NMISA Radioactivity Standards Internships 2026: R7,478 - R8,878 Monthly Stipend

Who can apply

• 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.
• 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.

Documents you will need

• CV.
• Certified copy of ID.
• Qualification certificate or certificates.
• Do not combine the documents into one PDF.

How to apply

Applications are submitted directly to NMISA Radioactivity Standards - we do not collect applications. Read the eligibility criteria, prepare your supporting documents, then complete your application on the official page.

Full details

NMISA is looking for suitably qualified graduates to apply for the Radioactivity Standards Internship Programme 2026.

Applications close on 16 November 2026.

The internship is based in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa.

The programme runs for 24 months.

The monthly stipend is R7 478 to R8 878, depending on your qualification level.

About the internship

NMISA is offering a 24 month internship in its Biomedical Science unit, within the Radioactivity Standards section.

The programme gives graduates practical training in building and maintaining radioactivity measurement standards, measurement capabilities, laboratory services and related technical work.

You will get hands-on work in an accredited lab and help with technical tasks in the Radioactivity Standards section.

What you need

You must have:

• A BSc Honours degree at NQF Level 8.
• A qualification in Radiochemistry, Nuclear Physics or Physics.
• Knowledge of radiation detection instruments.
• A basic understanding of radioactive decay.
• A basic understanding of how radiation interacts with matter.
• A basic understanding of radiation protection.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Maths and statistics knowledge.
• Good communication skills.
• Good report writing skills.

Extra skills that help

These skills and experience will also help you:

• Gamma-ray spectrometry.
• Liquid scintillation analysis.
• Alpha spectrometry.
• Radiochemical separation techniques.
• Quality systems.
• Good Laboratory Practice.

Who cannot apply

If you have already done an internship, you will not be considered for this opportunity.

What you will do

Interns will help with:

• Working in an accredited lab.
• Following NMISA policies and procedures.
• Doing your work in line with the Total Quality Management System.
• Building and maintaining radioactivity measurement standards.
• Sharing measurement standards with others.
• Developing new measurement capabilities.
• Client measurements and analysis.
• Generating certificates.
• Checking measurement results.
• Writing and reviewing measurement procedures.
• Keeping detailed equipment and measurement records.
• Admin tasks.
• Buying lab consumables.
• Buying equipment and instruments.
• Supporting environmental, health and safety goals.
• Going to relevant courses and conferences.
• Presenting your work on assigned projects.
• Keeping the lab safe and environmentally compliant.
• Keeping the lab clean and well maintained.
• Helping with research.
• Helping with testing.
• Supporting method development.
• Filing and keeping lab records.
• Other lab tasks given by your supervisor or lab manager.

Skills and personal qualities

The ideal candidate is:

• Self-motivated.
• Detail-oriented.
• Meticulous.
• Dependable.
• Willing to learn.
• Ready to take on new challenges.
• Able to juggle several tasks.
• Comfortable working in a team.
• Able to meet strict deadlines.
• Organised.
• Good at planning and managing time.
• Able to follow instructions and procedures.
• Honest and ethical.
• Cooperative and professional.

How to apply

You must apply by email.

Send your application to the NMISA careers email address.

Use the online application link for the NMISA Radioactivity Standards Internship 2026.

Use this exact email subject line:

INTERNSHIP: RADIOACTIVITY STANDARDS

Send only one application per person.

Documents you need

Attach three separate PDF documents:

• Your CV.
• A certified copy of your ID.
• Your qualification certificate or certificates.

Do not put the documents together in one PDF.

How to name your files

Name each document with your surname, your first name and the document type.

For example:

• Mokoena Thandi - CV.pdf
• Mokoena Thandi - ID.pdf
• Mokoena Thandi - Qualifications.pdf

PDF rules

Make sure that:

• All three documents are PDFs.
• Word documents are not accepted.
• JPEG or other image files are not accepted.
• Google Drive links are not accepted.
• OneDrive links are not accepted.
• Dropbox links are not accepted.
• Your CV is a proper PDF made from a document, not a scanned image.
• Your full name is at the top of your CV.
• Your cellphone number is at the top of your CV.
• Your email address is at the top of your CV.
• Your certified ID and qualification certificates can be scans, as long as they are clear and easy to read.

Applications that do not follow these rules may not be considered.

Employment equity

NMISA follows the Employment Equity Act.

Previously disadvantaged applicants who meet the requirements may be given preference, especially if they add to the cultural and gender diversity of the organisation.

People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Checks and verification

NMISA may carry out:

• Criminal record checks.
• Credit checks where relevant.
• Qualification verification.
• Employment history verification.
• Other suitability checks.

By applying, you agree that your personal information can be used for recruitment.

Important information

Please note that:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• NMISA can choose not to make an appointment.
• Previous internship experience will disqualify you.
• Only correctly submitted PDF documents will be considered.
• You must use the exact email subject line.
• You should submit only one application.

Closing date

16 November 2026

Apply early, before the deadline.

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