Amazon invites qualifying South African students to apply for the Amazon Software Development Engineer (SDE) Recruitment Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 11 November 2026
Bursary Location: South Africa
Study Level: Undergraduate studies progressing to Honours / NQF Level 8
About the Amazon Bursary Programme
The Amazon Software Development Engineer Recruitment Bursary was launched by Amazon Development Centre to support students pursuing technology-related qualifications.
The bursary combines financial support with a paid internship opportunity, giving successful students practical exposure to software development and the possibility of future employment with Amazon.
Fields of Study Covered
Bursaries will be awarded for undergraduate studies related to:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Data Science
- Information Systems
- Information Technology
- Machine Learning
- Software Engineering
What the Amazon Bursary Covers
The bursary may cover costs up to an approved capped amount, including:
- Tuition fees.
- Stationery.
- Textbooks.
- Personal computer.
- University residence accommodation.
- Private accommodation.
- Transport costs.
- General living expenses.
Paid Internship Opportunity
Bursary recipients will also participate in a paid Amazon internship during the summer vacation.
The internship is intended to:
- Provide practical workplace experience.
- Allow students to work on meaningful projects.
- Expose students to Amazon teams and working environments.
- Develop technical and professional skills.
- Provide access to training opportunities.
- Help Amazon assess students for possible permanent employment after graduation.
Potential Employment After Graduation
Bursary recipients may be considered for full-time employment as Software Development Engineers after completing their studies and internship.
Where a suitable position is available, bursary recipients may be required to work for Amazon for a period equal to the duration of funding received.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Have completed Matric.
- Be studying towards an undergraduate degree in one of the approved fields.
- Be entering the final year of a three-year degree in 2027; or
- Be entering the third year of a four-year degree in 2027.
- Continue studying towards an Honours qualification after completing the Amazon internship.
- Intend to complete studies up to Honours or NQF Level 8 by the end of 2027.
- Be available to start full-time permanent employment with Amazon in January 2028, subject to receiving an employment offer.
- Have achieved and maintained an overall academic average of at least 65%.
- Be studying at a recognised and accredited South African university.
- Be interested in Software Development Engineering.
- Be interested in pursuing a career with Amazon.
- Be willing to participate in the Amazon paid summer internship.
- Be willing to participate in training opportunities.
Selection Process
Applications may be reviewed throughout the application period.
Shortlisted candidates may be contacted by StudyTrust and required to complete an additional assessment with Amazon.
Documents Required
Applicants must submit:
- Certified copy of South African ID.
- Certified copy of Matric certificate.
- Certified full academic record or transcripts.
- Parents’ or guardians’ proof of income.
- Latest payslips or employer letter if employed.
- Latest financial statements if self-employed.
- Affidavit if unemployed.
- Death certificates where parents or guardians are deceased.
- Divorce certificate where applicable.
- Sworn statement where parents or guardians are separated.
- Clear head-and-shoulders profile photograph.
- Certified proof of address.
Applicants should ensure that all documents are clear and complete before submitting the application.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through StudyTrust.
Click here to apply for the Amazon Bursary South Africa 2027
Applicants are also encouraged to read the StudyTrust application instructions before submitting their application.
Click here to view the StudyTrust bursary application instructions
Enquiries
For bursary enquiries, contact StudyTrust:
Telephone: 011 403 1632
Email: apply@StudyTrust.org.za
Closing Date
11 November 2026
This is the extended application deadline. Applications submitted after the closing date may not be accepted.