About East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ)

The East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ) is a specialized industrial park and Special Economic Zone (SEZ) located in the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality of South Africa. Established in 2002, it is designed to enhance the global competitiveness of South African manufacturers by providing a streamlined, purpose-built operating environment.

Application Details

• Organisation: East London Industrial Development Zone SOC Ltd
• Programme Type: Graduate / Post-Qualification Internship
• Duration: Up to 24 months
• Eligibility: Unemployed South African graduates (18–35 years)
• Application Method: Email
• Location: East London (Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality)
• Reference Number: ELIDZ_Vac_2026-159

Requirements

• Completed your relevant qualification (not currently studying)
• South African citizen
• Aged 18–35 years
• Currently unemployed
• No prior work experience in your field of study
• Never participated in any internship programme before
• Not studying full-time
• Academically strong (top performers are prioritised)

Available Internship Fields

Safety Management

• Qualification: M+3 in Safety Management
• Positions: 1

Electrical Engineering (Maintenance & Facilities)

• Qualification: M+3 in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current)
• Positions: 1

Records Management (Archives)

• Qualification: M+3 in Records Management / Archives
• Positions: 3

Records Management (Administration)

• Qualification: M+3 in Office Management & Technology / Office Administration
• Positions: 1

Project Portfolio Management

• Qualification: M+3 in IT, Software Development, Civil or Mechanical Engineering
• Positions: 1

Project Industrial Development

• Qualification: M+3 in Building or Civil Engineering
• Positions: 1

Supply Chain Management

• Qualification: M+3 in Supply Chain Management or Logistics
• Positions: 2

Science & Technology Park – Laboratory

• Qualification: M+3 in Microbiology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or Food Technology
• Positions: 3

Science & Technology Park – Design Centre

• Qualification: M+3 in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering
• Positions: 1

Science & Technology Park – Research

How to Apply

Follow the instructions exactly to avoid disqualification.

Documents Required

• Application letter (clearly stating the area of exposure)
• Updated CV
• Certified copies of academic qualifications
• Certified academic record (mandatory)

Application Email

Send all documents to: [email protected]

Recommended Email Subject Line:
ELIDZ Internship 2026 – [Field of Exposure]