Sibanye Stillwater Bursary

Location: National

Closing Date: Unspecified (see regional dates below)

About Sibanye Stillwater

Out of South Africa, this company now stretches across five continents, pulling together mines, processing plants, and ventures on a global scale. Not just digging things up – its recycling game stands out, especially when it comes to grabbing valuable metals from old car catalysts. Platinum, palladium, and rhodium rank among its biggest outputs worldwide. Gold too – it ranks high there as well. Alongside those, lesser-known but vital elements like iridium and ruthenium come through, plus chrome, copper, and nickel as extras.

Lately, attention shifted toward battery-related minerals, expanding what it pulls from rock and scrap alike. Recycling efforts grow stronger each year, feeding into smarter reuse while reshaping how waste gets another life. Old tailings piles once forgotten are now part of a wider push, spreading operations further into recovery work around the planet.

About This Bursary

Each year, just a few bursaries get handed out through the Sibanye Stillwater Bursary Programme to people aiming for an undergraduate degree at any South African university. While spots are tough to secure, those selected gain strong support heading into jobs – often moving fast toward high-level positions. Because they see learning as key to job preparedness, Sibanye Stillwater backs these learners with opportunities to begin working within the company later on.

Fields of Study

• BSc Mining Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Geology
• Chemical Engineering
• Finance
• Survey

Eligibility Requirements

• Must hold South African citizenship
• Under 21 years of age when starting first year studies, or under 23 in second year
• Must be pursuing a full-time degree at an approved South African university that meets Sibanye Stillwater standards
• Must provide Grade 11 marks and ongoing Grade 12 performance, alternatively a matric exemption with qualifying symbols, or early college results
• Study plans must point toward beginning a bachelor’s degree the following calendar year
• Must have university acceptance for the specific programme listed on the application form

How to Apply

Contact the Sibanye Stillwater Academy to apply:

Contact Person: Fulufhelo Mashovha
Email: fulufhelo.mashovha@sibanyestillwater.com
Tel: +27 11 752 1145

Regional Closing Dates

• Gauteng (Kloof): 18 October
• North West (Rustenburg and Kroondal): 30 November