ArcelorMittal South Africa invites qualifying South African students to apply for the Engineering Bursary Programme 2027 for full-time studies at recognised South African universities.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 04 November 2026
Bursary Location: Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, South Africa
Listing Reference: arcmt_000948
Bursary Type: All-inclusive bursary
About the ArcelorMittal Engineering Bursary Programme
The ArcelorMittal South Africa Engineering Bursary Programme is designed to support the development of future engineering professionals through financial assistance, academic support and practical industry exposure.
The programme is intended to help students develop the theoretical knowledge, technical skills and professional competencies required to build careers within the steel-making industry.
Bursary recipients will also be expected to maintain good academic performance and participate in vacation work and workplace-learning opportunities where required.
Fields of Study
ArcelorMittal South Africa is offering bursaries for four-year engineering degree programmes in the following fields:
- Electrical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
What the Bursary Covers
The bursary covers:
- Registration fees
- Tuition fees
- Books
- Accommodation allowance
- Food allowances
- Once-off laptop allowance
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Plan to enrol full-time at a South African university in 2027.
- Meet the academic requirements for the relevant engineering programme.
Requirements for Current Grade 12 Learners
Current Grade 12 learners must have at least 75% in:
- English
- Mathematics
- Physical Sciences
Applicants should ensure that their latest school results clearly reflect these subject marks.
Requirements for Current University Students
Students who are already studying at university must have:
- Passed all courses for which they registered during the study period already completed.
Applicants should submit their latest academic record showing their current results.
Required Documents
Applications must include:
- Updated CV.
- Copy of latest academic record or school report.
Applicants should ensure that the documents are clear, complete and up to date before submitting the application.
Vacation Work and Workplace Exposure
Bursary recipients may be required to participate in:
- Vacation work.
- Workplace-learning opportunities.
- Practical industry exposure.
- Structured development activities.
These opportunities are intended to give students practical experience aligned with their engineering studies.
Selection Process
ArcelorMittal South Africa uses Wamly, a one-way recorded interview platform, as part of its recruitment process.
Applicants should regularly monitor their email for updates.
Candidates who receive an invitation to complete a recorded interview must ensure that they submit it before the specified deadline.
Failure to complete the interview on time may affect consideration of the application.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the official ArcelorMittal South Africa recruitment portal.
Click here to apply for ArcelorMittal South Africa Engineering Bursaries 2027
Applicants should use Listing Reference: arcmt_000948 when checking the opportunity.
Closing Date
04 November 2026
Late applications may not be considered.