# **Exciting 2025/26 Learnership & Internship Opportunities at Umfolozi Sugar Mill (USM)**

 


Are you looking for an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in your field of study? **Umfolozi Sugar Mill (Pty) Ltd** is offering a **12-month learnership and internship programme** for students and graduates who require **in-service training (P1 & P2) or experiential learning** to kickstart their careers.  


## **About Umfolozi Sugar Mill Learnership Programme**  

Situated **30 km from St Lucia and 48 km from Richards Bay**, **Umfolozi Sugar Mill (USM)** is committed to skills development in line with the latest **Skills Development Legislation**. This **fixed-term opportunity** is perfect for individuals who are dynamic, self-motivated, and eager to learn in a real-world working environment.  


If you are passionate about developing your skills in **engineering, finance, agriculture, human resources, or information technology**, this learnership/internship is for you!  


## **Available Learnership & Internship Positions**  


USM is looking for talented candidates for the following roles:  


### **Internships (P1 & P2 / In-Service Training)**  

- **Chemical Intern**  

- **Electrical Intern**  

- **Analytical Chemistry Intern**  

- **Finance Intern**  


### **Graduate Training Programme (Experiential Learning)**  

- **Chemical Engineering Graduate**  

- **Mechanical Engineering Graduate**  

- **Human Resources Graduate**  

- **Electrical Engineering Graduate**  

- **Agriculture Graduate**  

- **Control & Instrumentation / IT Graduate (ADx)**  


## **Minimum Requirements**  


To be eligible for this learnership or internship, applicants must have:  


### **Internships (P1 & P2 / In-Service Training)**  

- **S4 in Chemical Engineering**  

- **S4 in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current)**  

- **S4 in Analytical Chemistry Engineering**  

- **N6 or equivalent in Financial/Account Management**  


### **Graduate Training Programme**  

- **B-Tech/BSc Degree in Chemical Engineering**  

- **B-Tech/BSc Degree in Mechanical Engineering**  

- **B-Tech/Degree in Human Resources**  

- **B-Tech/BSc Degree in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current)**  

- **B-Tech/BSc Degree in Agriculture**  

- **B-Tech in Control & Instrumentation / BSc in Computer Science / BSc in Information Technology**  


## **How to Apply for the Umfolozi Sugar Mill Learnership & Internship**  


Interested candidates must submit:  

✅ A detailed **CV**  

✅ Certified **copies of qualifications**  


Send your application to **careers@usm.co.za** before the deadline.  


### **Application Deadline:** **21 February 2025**  


📌 **Important Note:**  

- If you do not receive a response **within one month** of the closing date, please consider your application **unsuccessful**.  

- **USM reserves the right** not to make an appointment.  

- The selection will be made in accordance with the **Employment Equity (EE) Plan** of Umfolozi Sugar Mill.  


## **Why Join Umfolozi Sugar Mill?**  


✔ **Gain valuable industry experience** in a leading company  

✔ **Enhance your career prospects** with hands-on training  

✔ **Work alongside experts** in your chosen field  

✔ **Develop technical and professional skills** for future job opportunities  


Start your **career journey** with Umfolozi Sugar Mill and take your **skills to the next level!** 🚀  


**Don't miss this opportunity—Apply Now!**

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