Intern – Nutrition Plant Engineering: Requirements, Stipend & How to Apply

Intern – Nutrition Plant Engineering: Requirements, Stipend & How to Apply

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Company: GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Job Type: Full-time Internship (Fixed Term)

GEA Group, a global leader in food and beverage processing technology, is offering an exciting Internship opportunity within its Nutrition Plant Engineering (NPE) Division in Johannesburg. This role is ideal for students or graduates looking to gain real-world commercial, engineering, and service coordination experience in an international organisation.

About the Internship

The Intern – Nutrition Plant Engineering will support day-to-day coordination between Service Sales and Service Execution teams. The role focuses on CRM administration, quotation support, installed base (I-base) data management, and cross-functional coordination, helping improve customer responsiveness and operational efficiency.

This internship offers hands-on exposure to commercial operations within a technical engineering environment, making it a strong stepping stone into engineering services, supply chain, or business roles.

Key Responsibilities

1. CRM Lead & Opportunity Support

  • Capture, qualify, and load leads into the CRM system
  • Maintain pipeline hygiene (stages, activities, probabilities, close reasons)
  • Support lead handovers between Service Sales and Execution teams
  • Run CRM reports (pipeline, lead ageing, activity tracking)
  • Schedule and log customer and internal follow-ups

2. Quotation & Commercial Support (Excel-Based)

  • Prepare quotation packs using approved templates
  • Consolidate technical inputs into commercial formats
  • Assist with internal approval documentation (costs, margins, logistics)
  • Maintain a detailed quote tracker
  • Ensure proper document storage and version control

3. I-base & Master Data Administration

  • Update installed base information (equipment, serial numbers, sites)
  • Link installed base data to CRM opportunities
  • Support data cleansing and standardisation initiatives

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4. Cross-Functional Coordination

  • Liaise with Service Sales, Execution, Planning, Finance, Parts & Supply Chain
  • Track supplier and subcontractor quotations
  • Coordinate internal meetings and action follow-ups

5. Customer & Administrative Support

  • Assist with customer communication under supervision
  • Manage RFQs, NDAs, and onboarding documentation
  • Prepare basic customer-ready documents
  • Maintain trackers, registers, and shared folders

6. Continuous Improvement

  • Identify repetitive admin tasks and suggest improvements
  • Support basic process documentation
  • Contribute to data quality and reporting enhancements

Requirements & Qualifications

To qualify for this internship, candidates must meet the following:

  • Matric (Grade 12) completed
  • Diploma or Degree (completed or in progress) in:
    • Business
    • Engineering
    • Supply Chain
    • Finance
    • Or a related field (advantageous)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
  • CRM system exposure (advantageous)
  • Strong attention to detail and admin discipline
  • Professional, reliable, and able to handle confidential information
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple deadlines

Stipend & Benefits

GEA offers a competitive internship salary along with the following benefits:

  • Competitive salary and bonus scheme
  • Continuous learning and development (e-learning & projects)
  • Free day to volunteer
  • Exposure to international teams and global processes
  • Career development opportunities within a global organisation

(Note: The exact monthly stipend amount is not publicly disclosed.)

About GEA Group

GEA is one of the world’s largest suppliers to the food, beverage, and process industries, with approximately 18,000 employees across more than 60 countries. The company is known for innovation, engineering excellence, and strong investment in people development.

Why Join GEA?

  • Work in a global engineering organisation
  • Gain practical experience in commercial and service operations
  • Learn how technical engineering services support customers
  • Build strong admin, CRM, and commercial coordination skills
  • Be part of an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply through GEA Group’s official careers platform.

📌 Tip:
Ensure your CV highlights:

  • Excel and admin skills
  • Any CRM exposure
  • Coordination, reporting, or commercial support experience

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