Hey future leaders and go-getters! Are you an unemployed South African graduate looking to kick-start your career in the mining industry? Then you absolutely need to check out the Ivanplats Graduate Bursary Programme for 2025/2027! This isn’t just a bursary for fees; it’s a fantastic opportunity for hands-on, paid work experience that could shape your entire professional journey.
Ivanplats (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, is calling on talented graduates to join their world-class palladium-rhodium-nickel-copper-gold project near Mokopane in Limpopo Province. Imagine gaining two years of structured work experience at the “mine of the future,” using cutting-edge, mechanised underground mining technology. This bursary programme is designed to empower Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) from local mining communities, providing not just a job, but professional development and invaluable training within a dynamic sector.
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible for the Ivanplats Graduate Bursary Programme, you’ll need to meet a few key requirements:
- You must hold a relevant NQF Level 7 degree (or equivalent) from a recognised South African tertiary institution.
- You need to be a South African citizen currently residing in one of Ivanplats-recognised mining communities.
- You should be medically fit and prepared to work both underground and on the surface.
- You’ll need to provide a letter from your Tribal Authority or Ward Councillor confirming your residence.
Specific Opportunities Available:
- Financial Accounting / Management: Degree in Financial Accounting / Financial Management.
- Geology / Geotechnical Engineering: Degree in Geology or Geotechnical Engineering.
- Ventilation: Degree in Ventilation Engineering or a related discipline.
- Human Resources & Human Resources Development: Degree in Human Resources Management / Human Resource Development.
- Sustainability: Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Management, Communication, or Community Development.
Documents You’ll Need:
- Your comprehensive CV.
- Certified copies of all your qualifications and your ID.
- Your Grade 12 certificate and full academic transcript.
- Official proof of residence (from your Tribal Authority / Ward Councillor).
What Does It Cover?
While this Ivanplats Bursary Programme doesn’t cover tuition fees (it’s for post-graduates!), it offers something even better: two years of fully-funded, practical work experience and professional growth!
As an Ivanplats graduate, you’ll benefit from:
- A structured two-year programme focused on performance and development.
- Participation in dedicated mentoring and career development initiatives.
- Hands-on experience in research, auditing, and optimising support systems.
- Opportunities to assist teams with key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Training and exposure to ensure compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA).
- A chance to work in both underground and surface operations, giving you a full scope of the mining environment.
How to Apply?
Ready to jump into this incredible opportunity? Applying is super simple and entirely online!
Here’s how to do it:
- Make sure you have all your required documents scanned and ready for upload.
- Visit the official Ivanplats communities job portal.
- Navigate to the specific internship opportunity that matches your qualification and interest (links below for direct access).
- Complete the online application form and upload all your documents before the closing date.
Remember: Late or incomplete applications won’t be considered, so double-check everything!
👉 Click here to apply for Ivanplats Graduate Bursaries 2025 / 2027
You can also find direct links to each specific opportunity below:
- Financial Accounting / Management Bursary Application
- Geology / Geotechnical Engineering Bursary Application
- Ventilation Bursary Application
- Human Resources & HRD Bursary Application
- Sustainability Bursary Application
If you don’t hear back within 14 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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