Internship – Photovoltaics

Qualifications and Experience Minimum Requirements
• Candidates must possess a 4-year degree in Engineering or Physics Honours.
• A MSc in Physics will be an added advantage.
• Evidence of exposure to a PV research environment.
• Evidence of PV performance and solar resource data monitoring and analysis.
• Evidence of industry and community engagement.
• Evidence of national and international collaboration or linkages will be an advantage.
• A fundamental understanding of photovoltaics device physics.
• Electrical and optical characterization of semiconductor photovoltaic materials/devices with a focus on spectroscopy and imaging techniques.
• Designing, building and interfacing of equipment to perform advanced measurements, including data logging systems.
• Maintenance of equipment associated with a photovoltaics physics laboratory and outdoor testing field.

Knowledge Required
The incumbent must demonstrate knowledge of:
• A sound knowledge of semiconductor theory and PV device physics.
• Strong laboratory and coding skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines.

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Project management support.
• Technical report support with proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Good communication skills.
• Administrative skills to manage all administrative requirements.
• Good report and minutes writing skill.
• High level of problem solving and analytical skills.
• Demonstrate interpersonal and problem-solving skills, excellent written and oral
communication abilities.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with all levels within the organisation and
outside the organisation.
• Ability to write and present technical information clearly.
• Ability to work in a team and individually.
• Ability to work under stress.