Premier – Intern Quality Assurance

For students who want practical exposure to quality assurance in a manufacturing environment, this opportunity could be a useful starting point. The Intern Quality Assurance opportunity at Premier in Jacobs, KwaZulu-Natal is aimed at students who want hands-on experience in raw material inspection, quality documentation, routine sampling, GMP support, and day-to-day quality control processes in a production setting.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This is an internship opportunity in quality assurance and quality control within Premier’s Lil-Lets SA operation. The role is designed to give a student practical exposure to inspection work, documentation control, routine quality checks, GMP support, internal audits, and the reporting of deviations and non-conformances in a manufacturing environment.

Note: This is not just a general admin internship. A position like this is better suited to someone who is comfortable with inspection work, recordkeeping, sampling, compliance support, and maintaining accuracy in a quality-focused production environment.

Who this opportunity may suit

• A student in the 3rd or final year of a relevant diploma who wants practical QA exposure
• Someone interested in food, biotechnology, consumer science, or manufacturing quality systems
• An applicant who is detail-oriented and comfortable with inspection and documentation work
• A person who wants workplace experience in a regulated quality environment before graduating

What you’ll do / learn

You’ll gain practical exposure to raw material inspection, supplier document checks, routine quality inspections, GMP support, and audit follow-up work in a manufacturing quality environment.

• Receive and inspect raw materials and packaging materials against approved specifications
• Verify supplier documents, including Certificates of Analysis (COAs)
• Update and maintain quality records and documentation
• Conduct routine quality inspections and sampling activities
• Support the maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) and GMP standards
• Participate in internal audits and corrective action follow-ups
• Identify and report quality deviations and non-conformances

Eligibility requirements

Check the requirements below before applying.

Essential requirements

• Grade 12
• Currently in 3rd or final year of a diploma in Food Technology, Biotechnology, or Consumer Sciences
• No prior experience required

Skills and competencies

• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving ability
• Basic understanding of quality control principles
• Willingness to learn and take initiative
• Analytical skills
• Teamwork
• Innovation / continuous improvement mindset
• Safe laboratory practices
• Working knowledge of MS Office

Employment equity note

• Premier states that internal applicants will be given priority where possible and that recruitment and appointments are made in line with its Employment Equity goals and objectives

What this role really means

A quality assurance internship like this usually means learning how manufacturing quality systems work behind the scenes. In practice, that can include checking materials against specifications, keeping records accurate, supporting GMP routines, assisting with sampling, and helping flag problems before they affect product quality. If you are applying, it helps to show that you are careful, methodical, and interested in quality and compliance work rather than only general office exposure.

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

• Updated CV
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Matric certificate
• Latest academic transcript or proof of current study
• Clear contact details (phone + email)
• Any supporting lab, quality, science, or technical coursework shown clearly on your CV
• Any additional documents requested on the application portal

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About the sponsor

Premier is a South African FMCG group operating across food and personal care categories, with manufacturing and distribution operations across the region. Lil-Lets SA forms part of Premier’s home and personal care operations, and Premier’s official operations pages note that its Durban site manufactures feminine hygiene products. Visit the Premier website and the Lil-Lets SA page for more information.

Quick tips for applicants

• Make your diploma field and current year of study easy to identify near the top of your CV
• If you have done lab practicals, QA modules, or science projects, mention that clearly
• Show that you are comfortable with detail, documentation, and routine inspection work
• Keep your CV neat and easy to scan, because quality roles value accuracy and structure
• Apply early instead of waiting for the last few days

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Applying without showing your current study field and year level clearly
• Submitting a generic CV that does not show quality or science interest
• Leaving out your Matric or academic proof
• Not showing attention to detail or MS Office familiarity
• Uploading incomplete or unreadable documents
• Waiting too close to the closing date to apply

Scam warning (important)

Do not pay any fee to apply for this opportunity. Use only the official Premier careers page linked below, and be cautious of anyone asking for money, banking details, or “processing fees” outside the formal application process.

How this opportunity was verified

We checked the live official Premier vacancy for Intern Quality Assurance under reference PRE260601-2 and confirmed the title, Jacobs location, Quality Control department, Lil-Lets SA site, internship classification, closing date, duties, and qualification requirements before preparing this post.

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How to apply

1. Open the official vacancy page using the button below.
2. Read the requirements carefully and confirm that your qualification and study status fit the role.
3. Prepare your CV and supporting documents.
4. Complete your application through the official Premier careers platform.
5. Submit your application before 09 June 2026.