Hatch is inviting motivated South African students to apply for its Engineering Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year.
Applications are currently available for students studying, or intending to study, towards BSc Engineering or BEng degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering and Chemical Engineering at recognised South African tertiary institutions.
The bursary provides financial support as well as vacation work, mentorship and opportunities for professional development and project exposure.
At a glance
Sponsor/host: Hatch
Opportunity type: Engineering bursary programme
Academic year funded: 2027
Location listed: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Who it’s for: South African citizens studying or intending to study towards an approved BSc Engineering or BEng qualification
Fields available:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil & Structural Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
Minimum tertiary academic average: 65%
Posted date: 10 September 2026
Closing date: Not stated on the official listings
Expected application outcome: By 18 December 2026
Last verified: 14 September 2026
High-value notes (read this first)
- Applicants must be South African citizens.
- Both students already at university and applicants intending to begin an approved engineering degree may apply.
- Current tertiary students need an academic average of at least 65%.
- The qualification must be studied at a recognised tertiary institution in South Africa.
- The bursary may cover tuition, accommodation and allowances.
- Successful bursars may also receive vacation work and additional support during their studies.
- Applicants must submit a South African ID, Grade 12 results, academic transcript and comprehensive CV.
- Hatch has not published a closing date on these listings, so applicants should apply while the opportunities remain active.
- Hatch states that applicants will receive the outcome of their applications by 18 December 2026.
About the sponsor
Hatch is a global engineering, project delivery and professional services company with more than 70 years of business and technical experience.
The company works across sectors including mining and metals, energy and infrastructure and has approximately 10,000 employees working across 150 countries.
Through its bursary programme, Hatch supports students preparing for engineering careers while providing opportunities for mentorship, workplace exposure and longer-term professional development.
What it covers
The Hatch Bursary Programme offers:
- Tuition
- Allowances
- Accommodation
- Vacation work
- Additional services to support bursars during their studies
The official listings do not specify the monetary value of the allowances or provide a detailed breakdown of the accommodation and additional support.
Successful applicants should check the final bursary agreement for the complete funding conditions.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens
- Be studying or intending to study towards an approved BSc Engineering or BEng degree
- Study at a recognised tertiary institution in South Africa
- Have maintained an average academic achievement of at least 65% if currently studying at tertiary level
The specific qualification must correspond with the bursary stream selected.
Fields of study supported
Mechanical Engineering
Applicants must be studying or intending to study towards:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
Hatch Requisition ID: 100286
Civil & Structural Engineering
Applicants must be studying or intending to study towards:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Civil Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering
The official vacancy is titled Bursary Programme 2027: Civil & Structural Engineering.
Hatch Requisition ID: 100287
Chemical Engineering
Applicants must be studying or intending to study towards:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Chemical Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering
Hatch Requisition ID: 100289
Development opportunities
Successful Hatch bursars may also benefit from:
- Formal and informal mentorship from experienced professionals
- Vacation work experience
- Exposure to projects in South Africa and internationally
- Opportunities across Mining & Metals, Energy, Digital and Infrastructure
- Experience working with professionals from different countries and cultures
- Participation in professional development programmes after qualifying
- Potential longer-term career development opportunities with Hatch
Documents to prepare
Applicants must attach:
- South African Identity Document
- Grade 12 results
- Complete tertiary academic transcript
- Comprehensive CV
Applicants who have not yet started university should provide the applicable documents available to them and follow the instructions on the online application form.
Current tertiary students should make sure the academic transcript is complete rather than submitting only selected results.
Closing date
The official Hatch listings do not state a closing date.
All three opportunities were posted on 10 September 2026 and are currently accepting applications.
Applicants should submit as soon as possible rather than waiting for a closing date to be announced.
Hatch states that the outcome of applications will be provided by 18 December 2026.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying for the wrong engineering bursary stream
- Applying for a qualification other than the specified BSc Engineering or BEng degree
- Applying as a tertiary student with an academic average below 65%
- Forgetting Grade 12 results
- Uploading an incomplete tertiary academic transcript
- Forgetting the South African ID document
- Submitting an incomplete or outdated CV
- Waiting for a closing date instead of applying while the listings remain active
- Entering information that does not match the supporting documents
How this opportunity was verified
These opportunities were verified directly from the official Hatch careers listings for:
- Bursary Programme 2027: Mechanical Engineering — Requisition ID 100286
- Bursary Programme 2027: Civil & Structural Engineering — Requisition ID 100287
- Bursary Programme 2027: Chemical Engineering — Requisition ID 100289
The official listings confirm the South African citizenship requirement, approved engineering qualifications, 65% minimum academic average for tertiary students, required documents, bursary benefits, 10 September 2026 posting date and expected application outcome by 18 December 2026.
How to apply
- Choose the Hatch bursary corresponding to your engineering discipline.
- Open the correct official Hatch careers listing.
- Select Apply now.
- Create an account or sign in to the Hatch recruitment system.
- Complete all required personal, educational and contact information.
- Upload your South African ID, Grade 12 results, complete tertiary academic record and comprehensive CV.
- Check that all documents are clear and complete.
- Review your application before submitting.
- Submit while the relevant listing remains active.
- Keep your application confirmation as proof of submission.