ABB South Africa Vacation Work 2026

Opportunity Overview

ABB South Africa is offering a Vacation Worker Programme in Johannesburg. This programme is designed for motivated university students seeking practical work experience during their academic break.

Participants will have the opportunity to experience a professional business environment, develop essential workplace skills, and apply their academic knowledge in a real-world setting.

Minimum Requirements

To be eligible for this programme, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Currently enrolled as a second-year student or above at a tertiary institution.
• Be a South African citizen.
• Maintain a minimum average of 65% in academic studies.
• Possess basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Be available for the full duration of the vacation period.
• Fields of Study:
• Engineering Fields: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Control and Instrumentation, Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering.
• Commerce Fields: Corporate Marketing and Communication, Supply Chain Management or Logistics, Finance or Accounting, Occupational Health & Safety, Information Technology or Information Systems.
• Required Skills & Attributes:
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational ability and attention to detail.
• Basic Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Professionalism, reliability, adaptability, and teamwork.
• Willingness to learn and grow.

Key Responsibilities

As a vacation worker, you will:

• Provide support across various business functions.
• Gain exposure to business operations.
• Participate in teamwork activities.
• Develop professional communication skills.
• Support office administration in a structured corporate environment.

How to Apply

To apply for the ABB South Africa Vacation Work 2026 programme:

• Visit the official application portal: https://careers.abb/global/en/job/ABB1GLOBALJR00039341EXTERNALENGLOBAL/Vacation-Worker
• Follow the instructions on the portal to complete your application.