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Field-Service Engineer Internship

Abbott


Job Location:

Johannesburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 2 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION:
About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader creating breakthrough science to improve peoples health. We continuously innovate and anticipate changes in medical science and technology helping people live healthier lives at every stage.

Working at Abbott means joining a company that values growth development diversity and innovation. Youll have the opportunity to build your career with a globally recognized organization consistently ranked among the worlds most admired companies and best places to work.

The Opportunity

Abbott Core Diagnostics is seeking a Service Engineer Intern to join our Johannesburg team.

Our diagnostic solutions are used in hospitals laboratories and clinics worldwide supporting healthcare professionals with critical information used to diagnose and monitor hundreds of medical conditions.

As a Service Engineer Intern you will receive hands-on exposure to the installation maintenance troubleshooting and servicing of advanced diagnostic instruments while working alongside experienced field service professionals.

You will Learn:
  • Perform system installations repairs and servicing at customer sites.
  • Support major product upgrades on diagnostic systems.
  • Provide technical troubleshooting and service support.
  • Assist customers with basic operational and troubleshooting guidance.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure excellent customer support.
  • Deliver proactive maintenance and service interventions.
  • Develop technical expertise on Abbott diagnostic instruments and technologies.

Minimum Requirements
  • Completed ( i.e you cannot be currently studying ) - National Diploma or Degree in:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Clinical Engineering
  • Mechatronics Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • You must have a valid drivers Licence and Ideally your own vehicle (reliable daily access to a vehicle.)
  • Residing in Gauteng and willing to travel within surrounding areas.
  • Available to start immediately.
  • Please note you Cannot be currently working or currently in an internship.


The base pay for this position is

N/A

In specific locations the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:
Field Services

DIVISION:
CRLB Core Lab

LOCATION:
South Africa > Johannesburg : Abbott Place

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:
Standard

TRAVEL:
Yes 50 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Yes

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Not Applicable


Required Experience:

Intern


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