Location: Lion Smelter, Steelpoort, Limpopo, South Africa
Job ID: LIOHR403 – Internship (Various Disciplines) – External Advertisement
Closing Date: 13 March 2026
Are you a recent graduate or final‑year student ready to kickstart your career with one of the world’s leading natural resource companies? Glencore is offering an exciting 12‑month internship at the Lion Smelter in Steelpoort, Limpopo, designed to give you valuable practical experience, mentorship, and on‑the‑job training within a real industrial environment.
This internship programme is an excellent stepping‑stone into the mining and metals industry for individuals who are eager to learn, grow professionally, and develop key workplace skills in a supportive and structured setting. As an intern, you will work closely with experienced professionals and gain hands‑on exposure across functional areas relevant to your academic background.
What’s on Offer?
We are inviting applications for internship placements in the following disciplines:
- Engineering
- Electrical Engineering – 1 position
- Health, Safety, Environment and Community (HSEC)
- Environmental Health and Management – 1 position
These roles are offered on a fixed‑term 12‑month contract, during which you will be expected to apply your academic knowledge in a workplace context, complete practical tasks required for your Practical 1 (P1) and Practical 2 (P2) training, and build competence for future professional roles.
Key Responsibilities
Under the supervision of a Mentor and reporting to the relevant Manager, your main responsibilities will include:
- Completing the required P1 and P2 practical training tasks within the 12‑month contract.
- Gaining hands‑on practical training and exposure at the employer’s premises.
- Preparing and submitting quarterly progress reports to demonstrate your learning and development.
- Complying with all Health, Safety and Environmental requirements in the workplace.
- Performing general administrative duties and any other tasks as required by your department.
- Being willing to work rotational shifts when required.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this internship, you should meet the following criteria:
- In possession of a relevant National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in your field of study.
- Computer literate with proficiency in the MS Office Package (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Initiative‑driven, results‑orientated and willing to learn.
- Ability to work well within a team and comply with organisational policies and safety protocols.
Why This Internship?
This programme is ideal for young graduates who want to gain professional exposure in a high‑performance industrial setting. You will build essential workplace skills, broaden your professional network, and gain insight into how a major global company operates. It’s a chance to bridge the gap between academic theory and real‑world practice, enhancing your career prospects in engineering, environmental health, safety, or related fields.
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