Modikwa Platinum Mine, in partnership with Anglo American, invites South African unemployed graduates to apply for the Graduate Internship Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 18 January 2026
Internship Location: Modikwa Platinum Mine, Limpopo, South Africa
About Modikwa Platinum Mine
Modikwa Platinum Mine operates in partnership with Anglo American and forms part of South Africa’s strategic platinum mining operations. The mine plays a key role in skills development, employment creation, and transformation in line with the Mining Charter and the Employment Equity Act.
Through its Graduate Internship Programme, Modikwa Platinum Mine aims to provide meaningful workplace exposure while building a pipeline of skilled engineers from local and host communities.
About the Graduate Internship Programme
This Graduate Internship Programme is a structured workplace-based opportunity for engineering graduates to gain hands-on experience in core mining operations. The programme focuses on practical exposure, professional development, and alignment with national transformation and skills development priorities.
This is not a SETA learnership, but a direct graduate internship aligned with operational engineering disciplines.
Fields of Study Accepted
Applications are open to graduates who have completed a Diploma or Degree in the following fields:
- Mining Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
These disciplines are central to mining production, plant maintenance, and engineering systems, ensuring interns gain real operational exposure rather than administrative-only experience.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- South African citizen
- Unemployed graduate
- Completed a Diploma or Degree in one of the listed engineering fields
- Qualification obtained from a registered Higher Education Institution (HET)
- Valid South African ID
- Proof of residential address
Preference will be given to applicants from Modikwa Platinum Mine host communities.
Documents You Must Submit
Your application will only be considered if it includes the following:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified copy of Degree or Diploma
- Proof of residential address
⚠️ Incomplete applications are a common reason for rejection. Ensure all documents are included before submission.
Selection Process: What to Expect
Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo:
- Panel interviews
- Psychometric assessments
- Qualification verification
Final selection will be based on:
- Academic completion
- Alignment with Mining Charter objectives
- Employment Equity considerations
- Community representation
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee placement, but it ensures your application is eligible for consideration.
Internship Application Tools (Highly Recommended)
Before applying, you can use the following tools to improve your chances:
- Check if you qualify for this Graduate Programme before applying
- Take the Internship Readiness Quiz
- Track your daily career score
- Create and download your CV for these graduate internships
- Create a motivational letter for these graduate internships
- Practise interview questions and answers
- Check if these internships match your career choice
- View more 2026 internship opportunities
How to Apply
Follow these steps carefully:
- Prepare your CV and all required documents
- Certify copies of your ID and qualification
- Combine all documents into one PDF (preferred)
- Email your application to:
Modikwacentralrecruiting@angloamerican.com - Use a clear subject line, for example:
“Graduate Internship Programme 2026 – Mining Engineering”
Internship Closing Date
Closing Date: 18 January 2026
⛔ Late applications will not be accepted.