Supply Chain & Customer Service Internship Programme

Posted:
8/6/2026, 8:54:46 PM

Location(s):
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa ⋅ Gauteng, South Africa

Experience Level(s):
Internship

Field(s):
Operations & Logistics

Workplace Type:
On-site

     

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Abbott South Africa | Roodepoort, Gauteng

Are you a recent graduate looking to start your career in Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, or Customer Service within a leading global healthcare company?

Abbott South Africa is seeking motivated and enthusiastic graduates to join our Supply Chain & Customer Service Internship Programme. This opportunity offers hands-on experience across key commercial operations, providing valuable exposure to supply chain management, customer service excellence, procurement activities, and business operations within the healthcare industry.

About the Role

As a Supply Chain & Customer Service Intern, you will gain practical experience and exposure across various functions, including:

  • Supply Chain Operations
  • Logistics and Distribution
  • Customer Service and Order Management
  • Procurement and Purchasing Processes
  • Inventory Management
  • Demand Planning and Forecasting
  • Supplier and Customer Relationship Management
  • Cross-functional collaboration across commercial teams

This internship is designed to provide graduates with meaningful learning opportunities, professional development, and real-world experience within a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • A completed Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, or a related field
  • Not be currently employed
  • Ideally have no formal work experience
  • Be available to start on 1 September 2026
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
  • Good analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Location

📍 Roodepoort, Gauteng

What You'll Gain

  • Exposure to a leading multinational healthcare organization
  • Practical experience across Supply Chain, Customer Service, Logistics, and Procurement functions
  • Mentorship from experienced industry professionals
  • Professional development within a global corporate environment
  • Insight into healthcare supply chain operations and best practices
  • Exposure to cross-functional business processes and stakeholder management

Why Abbott?

At Abbott, we're committed to helping people live healthier lives through innovative healthcare solutions. Our interns are provided with opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to meaningful work that impacts patients and healthcare providers across the world.

If you're passionate about Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, or Customer Service and are looking to build your career within a world-class organization, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply Now

Please submit the following:

  • Updated CV
  • Academic Transcript
  • Copy of Qualification or Proof of Completion
  • South African ID

Please note: You may be required to complete a video interview within a short time frame as part of the selection process.

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

     

The base pay for this position is

N/A

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

     

JOB FAMILY:

Supply Chain

     

DIVISION:

EPD Established Pharma

        

LOCATION:

South Africa > Johannesburg : Abbott Place

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

     

TRAVEL:

Yes, 5 % of the Time

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

     

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Not Applicable

     

     

     

Abbott

Website: https://abbott.com/

Headquarter Location: Illinois City, Illinois, United States

Employee Count: 1001-5000

Year Founded: 1944

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Debt

Industries: Biotechnology ⋅ Emergency Medicine ⋅ Genetics ⋅ Health Care ⋅ Health Diagnostics ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Medical ⋅ Medical Device ⋅ Nutrition ⋅ Pharmaceutical

Visa Sponsorship: Sponsors work visas