National Bioproducts Institute (NBI) YES Internships 2026 / 2027
National Bioproducts Institute (NBI)
- Location
- Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- Minimum qualification
- Matric / Grade 12
- Closing date
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In brief
**Overview** This is an invitation from the National Bioproducts Institute (NBI) for unemployed South African youth to apply for a 12-month YES Internship Programme for 2026 / 2027. The internship is located in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, and offers an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience within a biopharmaceutical production environment. **What you will do** Successful YES interns will assist with the production of plasma-derived bulk intermediates and final formulated bulk liquids within the Pooling, Fractionation or Refining Processing areas, adhering to Good Manufacturing Practice requirements. Key responsibilities include: * Prepare and clean production equipment. * Assist with production activities according to approved Standard Operating Procedures. * Take samples for Quality Assurance and Quality Control purposes. * Complete batch records and logbooks accurately. * Complete other production documentation as required. * Monitor equipment performance. * Assist with equipment calibration. * Assist with first-line maintenance. * Follow approved production procedures and protocols. * Maintain clean and audit-ready work areas. * Attend required training. * Follow workplace safety requirements. * Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment. **Requirements (from the original advert)** Applicants must: * Be South African citizens. * Be between 18 and 34 years old. * Be unemployed. * Not be studying full-time. * Have Grade 12. * Have achieved at least a D mark in: * English * Mathematics * Science * Biology * Have no more than two years of work experience. * Not have previously participated in a YES Programme. * Be available for the full 12-month programme. The following will be advantageous: * Exposure to a laboratory environment. * Exposure to a manufacturing environment. * Pharmacist Assistant Training Basic qualification. * Pharmacist Assistant Training Post Basic qualification. * Tertiary qualification in Engineering. * Tertiary qualification in Life Sciences. **Who should apply** This programme is designed for unemployed South African youth, aged 18 to 34, who have completed Grade 12 with specific marks in English, Mathematics, Science, and Biology. Ideal candidates should not be studying full-time, have no more than two years of work experience, and be available for the entire 12-month duration of the programme. Preference may be given to those with prior exposure to laboratory or manufacturing environments, or relevant tertiary qualifications. **Deadline** 27 October 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://nbisa.erecruit.co/candidateapp/Jobs/View/NBI261014-1 Source: studentroom
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