Glencore South Africa Alloys Division invites Grade 12 learners and university students to apply for the Bursary Opportunities 2026-2027.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 13 July 2026
Glencore South Africa Bursary Opportunities 2026-2027
Glencore South Africa, Alloys Division, is inviting students to apply for its Bursary Opportunities 2026-2027.
The bursary opportunity is aimed at students who are academically strong and interested in building careers in mining, science, health, engineering, human resources and related fields.
Applicants must have obtained at least 70% for English to be considered.
Bursary Details
Company: Glencore South Africa
Division: Alloys Division
Opportunity Type: Bursary
Job ID: 06O – 00164426
Location: Limpopo Province, South Africa
Closing Date: 13 July 2026
Last Updated: 24 June 2026
About Glencore
Glencore is a major global diversified mining group listed on the London and Swiss Stock Exchanges.
The company is headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, and operates across several major international commodity markets.
Glencore has a strong presence in commodities such as copper, coal, ferrochrome, nickel, zinc, platinum group metals, gold, cobalt, lead and silver.
The company recognises the importance of developing and maintaining a strong professional skills base by supporting new talent through opportunities such as bursaries.
Fields of Study Covered
Bursaries will be offered in the following fields:
Rock Engineering.
Analytical Chemistry.
Occupational Hygiene.
Industrial Psychology.
Human Resources Management.
Informatics.
Nursing.
What the Bursary Covers
The Glencore South Africa Bursary will cover the following expenses:
Composite registration and tuition fees.
Residence fees, including meals.
Prescribed textbooks.
Financial assistance with purchasing a personal computer, if prescribed by the university.
Who Should Apply?
The bursary is open to:
Grade 12 learners.
Current university students.
Applicants must be interested in studying or currently studying in one of the listed fields.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must obtain at least 70% for English.
Applicants must be Grade 12 learners or current university students.
Applicants must apply for one of the approved fields of study listed in the bursary advert.
Applicants must be willing to participate in the selection process.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on academic results.
Shortlisted applicants may be invited to attend an interview with the Glencore Alloys Bursary Committee.
Applicants should ensure that their academic records and supporting documents are clear, complete and up to date.
Important Bursary Condition
These industry bursaries may not be held at the same time as any other significant industry bursary.
Applicants who are already funded by another major industry bursary should check whether they qualify before applying.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents before applying:
Updated Curriculum Vitae.
Certified copy of South African ID.
Certified copy of Grade 12 latest results, if currently in Matric.
Certified copy of Matric certificate, if completed.
Latest university academic record, if currently studying.
Proof of registration or acceptance at a recognised institution, if available.
Any additional documents required during the online application process.
How to apply
Click here to apply for Glencore South Africa Bursary Opportunities 2026-2027.
Applicants must apply online through the official Glencore careers portal.
Applicants should ensure that all required information is completed correctly and that supporting documents are uploaded before submitting the application.
Important Notes
Applicants must apply before the closing date.
Applicants must meet the academic requirements.
Selection is based on academic performance and an interview.
The bursary cannot be held together with another significant industry bursary.
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates may be contacted.
Closing Date
The closing date for the Glencore South Africa Bursary Opportunities 2026-2027 is 13 July 2026.
Applications submitted after the closing date may not be considered.
Final Thoughts
The Glencore South Africa Bursary Opportunities 2026-2027 are valuable for learners and university students who want to build careers in mining, science, health and business-related fields.
Students interested in Rock Engineering, Analytical Chemistry, Occupational Hygiene, Industrial Psychology, Human Resources Management, Informatics and Nursing should apply before 13 July 2026.