Internships

Bidvest Tank Terminals Internship 2025

Bidvest Tank Terminals invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Graduate Internship Programme – Engineering Graduate Vacancies (X2 Posts). The closing date for applications is 29 July 2025.

Have you recently completed your studies in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering? Are you eager to break into the industrial sector but struggling to find your first opportunity? Then look no further. Bidvest Tank Terminals (BTT) is offering two exciting graduate internships in Richards Bay to help young South Africans build real-world experience and kickstart their engineering careers.

If you’re driven, curious, and ready to learn, this internship could be your big break.

🛠️ What is the BTT Graduate Internship Programme?

The Bidvest Tank Terminals Graduate Internship Programme 2025 is a full-time, practical training opportunity created specifically for recent graduates. This structured programme is designed to:

Train engineering graduates in practical, job-related skills.
Help them transition smoothly into the working world.
Provide on-the-job experience in a professional industrial setting.

This is not just another internship — it’s your gateway to understanding how major engineering operations work in the logistics, chemical storage, and industrial infrastructure space.

📍 Where is it Based?

Location: Richards Bay, South Africa
Duration: To be confirmed during onboarding (typically 12 months)
Reference Number: BTT250722-3

Richards Bay is one of South Africa’s largest and most important industrial hubs, making it the ideal location for engineering graduates to gain real-world, high-impact experience.

✅ Who Can Apply?

This internship is open to South African citizens only, and to be eligible, you must:

Have completed a National Diploma in:
- Chemical Engineering, OR
- Mechanical Engineering
Have no previous work experience (this is an opportunity for first-time job seekers).
Hold a valid South African ID document.

This programme is perfect for graduates aged 20 to 30 who are hungry to learn and ready to put their knowledge into action.

🧠 What You’ll Learn and Do

During this internship, you’ll be introduced to the inner workings of a real engineering environment. Your tasks will help you grow both professionally and personally, and may include:

Assisting with daily operational duties in mechanical and chemical systems.
Working closely with senior engineers and technical staff.
Participating in routine inspections, reports, and site assessments.
Gaining practical exposure to engineering processes in industrial settings.
Learning how to apply safety protocols and compliance measures.

You’ll also develop critical soft skills that employers value, such as:

Team collaboration
Workplace communication (written and verbal)
Work ethics and integrity
Problem-solving in high-pressure environments

This is your chance to bridge the gap between classroom learning and workplace readiness.

🌟 Key Competencies You’ll Need

To succeed in this internship, you’ll need the following qualities:

Logical, organised approach to tasks
Strong workplace ethics and professionalism
Clear communication skills – both spoken and written
High levels of integrity and confidentiality
Ability to work well independently and in a team setting

📝 How to Apply

To apply for the Bidvest Tank Terminals Graduate Internship, make sure your application includes:

A professional, up-to-date CV
A certified copy of your Diploma (Chemical or Mechanical Engineering)
A certified South African ID copy

📌 Use the Reference Number BTT250722-3 when submitting your application.

Apply before the closing date:
🗓️ 29 July 2025
⚠️ No late applications will be accepted.

🚀 Why Choose Bidvest Tank Terminals?

Bidvest Tank Terminals is part of the well-established Bidvest Group, one of South Africa’s most respected companies. BTT is a major player in liquid bulk storage for industries like chemicals, fuels, and edible oils. They offer a professional, structured, and ethical environment that prioritizes growth and talent development.

Apply Now

This internship is your chance to gain technical exposure in a highly specialised industry – an experience that will set you apart from other graduates.