The National Metrology Institute of South Africa (NMISA) invites suitably qualified graduates to apply for the Radioactivity Standards Internship Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 16 November 2026
Internship Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Programme Duration: 24 months
Monthly Stipend: R7 478 – R8 878, depending on qualification level
About the NMISA Radioactivity Standards Internship
The National Metrology Institute of South Africa is offering a 24-month internship within its Biomedical Science unit under the Radioactivity Standards section.
The programme is designed to provide a graduate with practical training in the development and maintenance of radioactivity measurement standards, measurement capabilities, laboratory services and related technical work.
Successful candidates will gain hands-on experience in an accredited laboratory environment and support technical activities within the Radioactivity Standards section.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- BSc Honours Degree at NQF Level 8.
- Qualification focused on Radiochemistry, Nuclear Physics or Physics.
- Knowledge of radiation detection instruments.
- Basic understanding of radioactive decay processes.
- Basic understanding of radiation interactions with matter.
- Basic understanding of radiation protection.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Mathematical and statistical knowledge.
- Good communication skills.
- Good report writing skills.
Added Advantages
The following knowledge and experience will be advantageous:
- Gamma-ray spectrometry.
- Liquid scintillation analysis.
- Alpha spectrometry.
- Radiochemical separation techniques.
- Quality systems.
- Good Laboratory Practice.
Previous Internship Restriction
Applicants who have previously participated in an internship will not be considered for this opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Successful interns will assist with:
- Working in an accredited laboratory.
- Complying with NMISA policies and procedures.
- Performing duties in line with the Total Quality Management System.
- Development and maintenance of radioactivity measurement standards.
- Dissemination of measurement standards.
- Development of new measurement capabilities.
- Client measurements and analysis.
- Generating certificates.
- Checking measurement results.
- Developing and reviewing measurement procedures.
- Maintaining detailed equipment and measurement records.
- Administrative duties.
- Purchasing laboratory consumables.
- Procurement of equipment and instruments.
- Supporting environmental, health and safety objectives.
- Attending relevant courses and conferences.
- Presenting work conducted on assigned projects.
- Supporting laboratory health, safety and environmental compliance.
- Housekeeping and maintenance of a clean laboratory environment.
- Assisting with research.
- Assisting with testing.
- Supporting method development.
- Filing and maintaining laboratory records.
- Other laboratory duties assigned by the supervisor or laboratory manager.
Skills and Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate should be:
- Self-motivated.
- Detail-oriented.
- Meticulous.
- Dependable.
- Willing to learn.
- Able to embrace new challenges.
- Able to multitask.
- Comfortable working in a team.
- Able to meet strict deadlines.
- Organised.
- Good at planning and time management.
- Able to follow instructions and procedures.
- Honest and ethical.
- Cooperative and professional.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted by email.
Email: Careers1@nmisa.org
Click here to apply for NMISA Radioactivity Standards Internship 2026
Applicants must use the exact email subject line:
INTERNSHIP: RADIOACTIVITY STANDARDS
Only one application per person should be submitted.
Documents Required
Applicants must attach three separate PDF documents:
- CV.
- Certified copy of ID.
- Qualification certificate or certificates.
Do not combine the documents into one PDF.
Required File Naming Format
Each document must be named using the applicant’s surname, name and document type.
Example:
- Mokoena Thandi – CV.pdf
- Mokoena Thandi – ID.pdf
- Mokoena Thandi – Qualifications.pdf
Important PDF Requirements
Applicants must ensure that:
- All three documents are in PDF format.
- Word documents will not be accepted.
- JPEG or image files will not be accepted.
- Google Drive links will not be accepted.
- OneDrive links will not be accepted.
- Dropbox links will not be accepted.
- The CV must be a proper PDF created from a document and not a scanned image.
- The applicant’s full name must appear at the top of the CV.
- The applicant’s cellphone number must appear at the top of the CV.
- The applicant’s email address must appear at the top of the CV.
- The certified ID and qualification certificates may be scanned, provided they are clear and legible.
Applications that do not comply with these requirements may not be considered.
Employment Equity
NMISA applies the principles of the Employment Equity Act.
Preference may be given to previously disadvantaged applicants who meet the requirements and contribute to the cultural and gender diversity of the organisation.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Selection and Verification
NMISA may conduct:
- Criminal record checks.
- Credit checks where relevant.
- Qualification verification.
- Employment history verification.
- Other suitability checks.
By applying, candidates consent to the processing of their personal information for recruitment purposes.
Important Application Information
Applicants should note that:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- NMISA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
- Previous participation in an internship will disqualify an applicant.
- Only correctly submitted PDF documents will be considered.
- The exact email subject line must be used.
- Only one application should be submitted per person.
Closing Date
16 November 2026
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.