Epiroc is a global productivity partner for the mining and infrastructure industries. Based in Centurion, they are leaders in developing innovative equipment, such as drill rigs and rock excavation tools, but their secret weapon is automation and digitalization. They are currently driving the “green shift” in mining, using software and data to make heavy industry safer and more sustainable.
Job Summary: Data or Software Developer Intern
- Job Title: Data / Software Developer Intern
- Location: Centurion, Gauteng
- Contract Type: 12-Month Internship
- Closing Date: 22 January 2026 (Urgent!)
Your Mission (Key Responsibilities)
- Development: Assist in the design, development, and testing of software applications.
- Code Quality: Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
- Problem Solving: Debug and resolve software defects.
- Version Control: Document code changes and maintain source control (e.g., Git).
- Agile Workflow: Participate in Scrum ceremonies and report on project progress.
- Collaboration: Work closely with technical support and senior developers.
Your Profile: What Epiroc is Looking For
- Education: Recent Graduate or Final Year Student in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Data Science.
- Mindset: A “new thinker” who dares to think differently and is eager to learn best practices.
- Values: Someone who appreciates an inclusive, diverse culture and is passionate about sustainable technology.
- Technical Interest: An interest in how software interacts with physical machinery and industrial equipment.
Career Advice: Thriving in an Agile Environment
- Understand Scrum: Epiroc mentions “Scrum ceremonies.” If you haven’t worked in an Agile team before, research what a Daily Stand-up, Sprint Planning, and Retrospective are. Mentioning these terms in an interview shows you are ready to hit the ground running.
- Focus on Clean Code: Don’t just show that your code “works.” Show that it is documented and easy for others to read. Using meaningful variable names and comments is highly valued in professional teams.
- Mining Tech is Huge: Software in mining isn’t just about websites; it’s about autonomous vehicles and remote monitoring. Highlight any interest you have in IoT (Internet of Things) or Real-time Data.
Possible Interview Questions
- Technical: “How do you handle version control when working on a project with multiple people?”
- Technical: “Walk us through a time you found a bug in your code. How did you identify it and what was your fix?”
- Behavioral: “Epiroc values innovation. Tell us about a time you suggested a new way of doing something, even if it was a small task.”
- Industry Focus: “Why does a mining equipment company need software developers? What role do you think data plays in modern mining?”