Location: South Africa
Closing Date: 31 August 2026
About Implats Tertiary Bursary Programme – Refineries
KICK-START YOUR PROFESSIONAL CAREER
Are you a high-performing Grade 12 learner or with ambitions to pursue a career in engineering and science. Impala Platinum Refineries invites suitably qualified learners to apply for the Impala Platinum Refineries Bursary Programme. Situated in Springs, Gauteng, Implats is committed to developing future talent through education, skills development, and meaningful career opportunities.
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
- Programme: Full-time tertiary bursary
- Intake: 2027 Academic Year
- Department: Human Resources – Talent Management
- Closing Date: 31 August 2026
FIELDS OF STUDY SUPPORTED – NQF LEVEL 7 (DEGREE)
- Electrical Engineering (Preferably Heavy Current)
- Mechanical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering / Metallurgical Engineering
- Chemistry
WHAT YOU WILL GAIN
- Financial assistance (tuition, accommodation, study materials)
- December / January Vacation work at the Refineries
- Skills development for long-term career growth
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Currently in Grade 12
- Mathematics: Minimum 60% (Level 5)
- English: Minimum 60% (Level 5)
- Physical Science: Minimum 60% (Level 5)
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
- Have the following documents ready upon online application (copies required):
- Certified copy of ID
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Proof of Residence e.g. parents’ municipality account
- Grade 11 results
- Conditional acceptance letter
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online via the Implats Website – under careers – www.implats.co.za
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION – WHAT TO EXPECT:
- Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to several assessments.
- If no response is received within 30 days after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful
- Preference given to scholars from Eastern Ekurhuleni, Ward 72 and schools surrounding the operation.
About Implats South Africa
Impala Platinum Holdings Limited (Implats) is a leading, global producer of platinum group metals (PGMs). Headquartered in South Africa, its operations span the rich geological reserves of the Bushveld Complex in South Africa and the Great Dyke in Zimbabwe. Implats’ primary assets and footprint are well-entrenched within the region: Impala Rustenburg: Located in the North West province, this is a massive, managed mine-to-market operation and the bedrock of the company’s PGM production. Marula Platinum: Situated on the eastern limb of the Bushveld Complex, this South African asset is managed by Implats. Two Rivers: Held in a joint venture with African Rainbow Minerals, this is a managed mine-to-market project that expands Implats’ South African footprint. Impala Refining Services (IRS): Headquartered in Springs (east of Johannesburg), IRS is a dedicated smelting and toll refining subsidiary that processes concentrates from both group operations and third parties.
HOW TO APPLY
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