Glencore South Africa (Alloys Division) is inviting applications for an Occupational Hygiene bursary opportunity for the 2026 academic year. The official listing targets current university students (1st- or 2nd-year level), with selection based on academic results and an interview.
At a glance
- Sponsor/host: Glencore South Africa (Alloys Division)
- Opportunity type: Occupational Hygiene bursary (current university students)
- Location: Steelpoort, Limpopo, South Africa (as per official listing)
- Closing date: 07 March 2026
- Last verified: 24 February 2026
Important notes (worth knowing)
- Minimum school requirement: Glencore states applicants should have obtained at least a level 6 mark for English and Mathematics.
- Who it’s for: Current 1st- and 2nd-year university students (not school learners).
- No “double funding”: Glencore notes these industry bursaries may not be held at the same time as any other significant industry bursary.
- Selection process: Academic results + an interview with Glencore Alloys’ bursary committee.
About the sponsor
Glencore is a global diversified mining group. In South Africa, Glencore operates across coal and alloys and offers bursaries as part of its early careers pipeline.
What it covers
Glencore lists the following costs as covered by this bursary opportunity:
- Composite registration and tuition fees
- Residence fees (including meals)
- Prescribed textbooks
- Financial assistance towards a personal computer (if prescribed by the university)
Eligibility (from the official listing)
- Current university students at 1st or 2nd year level (as stated).
- Must meet the stated minimum requirement: at least level 6 in English and Mathematics.
- Selection is based on academic performance and an interview.
Documents to prepare
The Glencore listing does not publish a full document checklist on the page text, but applicants should be ready with:
- Certified copy of your ID (if required on the portal)
- Your Matric results/certificate (showing English and Maths levels)
- Latest university academic record and proof of registration (Occupational Hygiene)
- Updated CV
Closing date
07 March 2026. Apply early to avoid last-minute portal issues and missing uploads.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying if you are not a current 1st–2nd year university student.
- Ignoring the level 6 English/Mathematics requirement.
- Submitting without a complete academic record or missing required uploads.
- Trying to hold the bursary together with another significant industry bursary.
How this bursary was verified
Verified using Glencore’s official careers listing for “Occupational Hygiene Bursary Opportunity for 2026” (Job ID: MBECM2026-Occupational Hygiene), which includes the closing date, location, target group, and bursary benefits.
How to apply
- Open the official Glencore bursary listing.
- Use the Apply button on that page (you may need to create a candidate profile or sign in).
- Complete all required fields and upload the requested documents.
- Submit before the closing date and keep proof of submission.