Are you ready to help operate the world’s largest cloud computing infrastructure? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is looking for Logistics Specialist Interns to join their Data Center team in Cape Town.
Position Details:
- Company: Amazon Data Services South Africa (AWS)
- Location: Cape Town, Western Cape (On-site daily)
- Duration: 6-Month Paid Internship
- Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), Monday–Friday
- Closing Date: Rolling basis (Apply ASAP)
Requirements:
- Education: Minimum NQF Level 4-6 (Technical Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree) in Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related technical field.
- Status: Must be an unemployed South African citizen under 35 years old.
- Language: Proficiency in English (written and verbal).
- Physical Ability: Must be able to lift up to 22kg (49 lbs) and carry it short distances, climb stairs, and perform manual tasks like packing/unpacking.
Key Responsibilities:
- Inventory Control: Monitor stock levels and maintain precise records of all commodities.
- Shipment Management: Load/unload shipments and transport parts between data center locations.
- Operational Support: Use a ticketing system to prioritize work and coordinate with managers.
- Hardware Care: Unpack boxes, verify contents, and arrange shipments of merchandise and materials.
Employment Equity & Diversity (SA Statistics)
In line with the Employment Equity Act, Amazon provides preference to candidates from designated groups. To give you context on why this is a focus:
- National Targets: The South African government’s Economically Active Population (EAP) targets often guide these placements. Currently, the national EAP is approximately 79.5% African, 9.1% Coloured, 8.8% White, and 2.6% Indian.
- AWS Culture: Amazon hosts “Conversations on Race and Ethnicity” (CORE) to ensure their workforce reflects these demographics while maintaining a global standard of excellence.
How to Apply:
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Login to your Amazon candidate portal to track your status.
THIS POST IS CLOSED!!
Career Advice for AWS Applicants
- The “Physical” Aspect: This isn’t a desk-only job. During your interview, emphasize that you are comfortable with the physical demands of a warehouse/data center environment.
- Ticketing Systems: AWS uses tickets to manage work. If you have ever used Jira, Trello, or even a basic customer service log, highlight that experience.
- Accuracy is King: In a data center, missing one small cable can delay a multi-million Rand project. Show that you have “extreme attention to detail” in your CV.
Possible Interview Questions
- “Tell us about a time you had to organize a large amount of information or inventory. How did you ensure nothing was lost?”
- “Safety is huge at AWS. If you saw a colleague lifting a heavy box incorrectly, how would you approach them?”
- “AWS is fast-paced. How do you handle it when your priorities change suddenly mid-day?”