# Career Opportunity: PT Krakatau Nippon Steel Synergy Apprentice Program 2023
PT Krakatau Nippon Steel Synergy (KNSS) stands as a prominent leader in the steel manufacturing industry, strategically headquartered in Cilegon, Banten. Established on December 26, 2012, this enterprise operates as a powerhouse joint venture between Nippon Steel Corporation (NSC)—the world’s third-largest steel producer—and the Indonesian industrial giant, PT Krakatau Steel (Persero) Tbk. KNSS specializes in the production and distribution of high-grade cold-rolled steel, hot-dip galvanized steel, and advanced automotive-grade steel designed to meet the rigorous demands of Indonesia’s growing automotive sector.
## Advanced Production Capabilities
To maintain its position at the forefront of the industry, KNSS has invested in a state-of-the-art Galvanizing, Annealing, and Processing Line (GAPL). This sophisticated facility mirrors the advanced technology utilized at NSC’s primary plants in Japan, integrating both continuous annealing and continuous galvanizing processes. This technological synergy allows the company to deliver premium-quality steel sheets, including high-tensile variants and specialized panels engineered specifically for automotive exterior components.
## Apprentice Program Overview
PT Krakatau Nippon Steel Synergy is officially inviting ambitious high school and vocational graduates to join its 2023 Apprentice Program. This initiative is carefully curated to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world industrial practice, offering participants an immersive environment to sharpen their technical proficiency, deepen their professional knowledge, and gain invaluable industry experience.
Available Apprentice Streams
The program is divided into two primary fields of concentration:
1. Field Operations: Open to vocational school (SMK) graduates specializing in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
2. Administration: Open to high school (SMA) or vocational school (SMK) graduates with backgrounds in Administration or closely related disciplines.
## Application Criteria and Requirements
Prospective apprentices must ensure they meet the baseline qualifications before submitting their documentation.
General Eligibility
* Academic Achievement: A minimum average diploma score of 75.00 on a scale of 100.
* Health Standards: Applicants must be in excellent physical and mental health and must not be colorblind.
* Professional Status: Candidates must not be currently under contract or service bonds with any other organization.
* Compliance: A demonstrated willingness to adhere to all established procedures and regulations governing the KNSS Apprentice Program.
Mandatory Documentation
To complete your application, please prepare the following verified documents:
* Legalized copies of your diploma and academic transcripts.
* A scanned copy of your national identification card (KTP).
* A valid "Kartu Kuning" (A1) issued by the local Department of Manpower.
* A clean Police Record Certificate (SKCK).
* A comprehensive medical certificate issued by a physician or local public health center (Puskesmas).
## Application Guidelines and Fraud Warning
The registration window for this program is open from August 30 through September 5, 2023, closing promptly at 23:59 WIB.
Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to proceed to the subsequent stages of the selection process. Furthermore, PT Krakatau Nippon Steel Synergy emphasizes that this recruitment process is entirely free of charge. Applicants are urged to exercise extreme caution regarding any fraudulent activities or solicitation attempts made by parties misrepresenting themselves as official KNSS recruiters. Ensure all correspondence originates from verified organizational channels to protect your personal information.