Forvia invites South African unemployed youth to apply for the Manufacturing Engineering (ME) Trainee/Internship Programme 2025 at its FCM Port Elizabeth facility.
Internship Application Closing Date: 08 July 2025
Internship Location: Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha), Eastern Cape, South Africa
Duration: 12-month contract under the YES Graduate Programme
About the ME Trainee/Internship Programme 2025
The ME Graduate Intern will support the Manufacturing Engineering (ME) team with process improvements, new and existing projects, equipment care, plant layouts, and deployment of Forvia Excellence System (FES) tools. This opportunity is aimed at recent graduates who are eager to kickstart their careers in the automotive manufacturing sector.
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting Product & Process Team Leaders with engineering processes
- Supporting FES deployment (ME & Maintenance)
- Participating in Quality Root Cause Investigations (QRCIs)
- Engaging in project rollout and plant layout designs
- Implementing equipment care programs
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you must:
- Be South African, aged 18–35
- Hold a National Diploma or BTech in Mechanical Engineering
- Have proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Demonstrate good communication skills (written and verbal)
- Be results-oriented and a team player
- Have an international mindset and be fluent in English
- Not have participated in the YES programme before
- Be available to start immediately if selected
How to Apply
Click here to apply for the Forvia ME Trainee/Internship Programme 2025: Apply Now
Required documents:
- Comprehensive CV
- Academic results and qualifications
- Certified ID copy
Note: Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date.
