CSIR Mechanical Engineering Intern Vacancy Post

You are invited to apply for the CSIR Mechanical Engineering Intern

Are you a recent Mechanical Engineering graduate looking to kickstart your career in a world-class research environment? The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) invites passionate and driven individuals to apply for an Internship in Mechanical Engineering within its Landward Sciences Impact Area under the Defence and Security Cluster.

This exciting internship is based in Pretoria, South Africa, and aims to provide hands-on experience in research and development (R&D), contributing to innovative technologies that support national defence, safety, and advanced engineering projects.

 Key Responsibilities

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will work under the guidance of skilled engineers and researchers, gaining valuable industry experience through:

• Performing finite element analysis (FEA) and multibody dynamics simulations to assess mechanical behavior.

• Conducting literature reviews, summarizing findings, and assisting in report writing and documentation.

• Assisting in the design, prototyping, and testing of systems related to blast protection, vehicle safety, and mobility.

• Supporting test setups with data acquisition systems, sensors, and mechanical testing rigs.

• Participating in field testing and impact analysis at the Detonics, Ballistics and Explosives Laboratory (DBEL).

• Collaborating on rapid prototyping, working with electronic control systems, and contributing to operational tech demonstrations.

 Minimum Requirements For The CSIR Mechanical Engineering Intern

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

• Knowledge of rapid prototyping and workshop tools

• Understanding of mechanical design principles, testing, and sensor technologies

• Familiarity with high-speed data acquisition

• Awareness of safety procedures in lab environments

• Exposure to vehicle dynamics, structural analysis, or blast response modeling

 Why Apply?

• Get exposed to cutting-edge defence technologies and national R&D projects

• Build experience in a high-impact government research institution

• Work with leading experts and contribute to South Africa’s innovation ecosystem

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