
ABB
Are you a motivated individual looking to gain practical work experience during your university break? Our Vacation Worker Programme offers the opportunity to experience a professional business environment, develop essential workplace skills, and earn valuable income while applying your academic knowledge in a real-world setting.
As a vacation worker, you will provide support across various business functions while gaining exposure to business operations, teamwork, professional communication, and office administration in a structured corporate environment.
Targeted students
We are looking for students in the following fields of study:
Engineering Fields
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Control and Instrumentation
Industrial Engineering
Computer Engineering
Commercial Fields
Corporate Marketing and Communication Function
Supply Chain Management or Logistics
Finance or Accounting
Occupational Health & Safety
Information Technology or Information Systems
Required Skills & Attributes:
Candidates should demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills, strong organisational ability, attention to detail, basic Microsoft Office proficiency, problem-solving skills, professionalism, reliability, adaptability, teamwork, and a willingness to learn and grow.
Required Documents:
Applicants must submit an updated CV, a certified copy of their South African ID, a certified copy of their Matric certificate, and a full academic transcript
Please note that only applications submitted through the official application process will be considered.
Apply directly on ABB's website. It only takes a few minutes.
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Vacation Worker -Johannesburg
ABB