Applications are open for Kumba Iron Ore 2026 Bursary Programme for South Africans.Bursaries for 2026 are available in the following fields of study from 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th year of study:
- Industrial Engineering
- Data Analytics
- Surveying
- Mining Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Geology
- Geo-Tech
- Occupational Hygiene
- Environmental Engineering
- Finance
- Human Resources
General
- The bursary contract period will be dependent on the candidates’ year of study.
- The bursary is a comprehensive bursary that will cover all costs associated with formal studies including tuition fees, book fees, accommodation, and paid vacation work.
- The bursar will be required to attend vacation work as per the Institution’s requirements. All vacation work will take place in the Northern Cape.
- The candidate has to enter into a Bursary Loan Agreement with the Company.
- Appointment into the graduate programme after successful completion of studies cannot be guaranteed and post graduate placement will be managed based on the Company’s needs and the bursars’ performance.
- Short listed candidates will have to undergo assessments and interviews.
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Requirements
- Proof of registration from the institution for the qualification in the relevant field of study
- Provisional acceptance from a university
- Academic results
- Strong preference to students who originate from the Northern Cape
Optional requirements
- Driver’s Licence: Code B (Light vehicle) must be obtained during the bursary period
- Operational experience in the mining industry during vacation work periods.
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Applications
Interested and qualifying applicants should apply and upload the necessary documents using the Career Wise website:
Please use the promotional code: KI02026 when registering profile.
Closing date: Friday 03 October 2025
Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will not be considered without the attachment of valid copies of ID, academic results and/or licences required as indicated in the requirements for the bursary.
All applicants are thanked for their interest. If you do not receive feedback from us within 4 weeks from the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful. Communication will be with shortlisted candidates only.
Kumba Iron Ore is committed to supporting sustainable economic growth in the local community. We understand that investing in education, employment, skills and business development will help us achieve our commitment. Therefore, preference will be given to candidates that are local to the mining area communities in the Northern Cape that meet all the requirements.
For more information: Visit the website for Kumba Iron Ore 2026 Bursary Programme
