Hatch is inviting highly motivated South African students to apply for its Electrical Engineering Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year. The bursary supports students studying, or intending to study, towards a BSc Engineering or BEng degree in Electrical Engineering at a recognised South African tertiary institution. Successful bursars may also gain vacation work, mentorship and exposure to Hatch projects across the mining, energy, infrastructure and digital sectors.
At a glance
Sponsor/host: Hatch
Opportunity type: Bursary programme
Field of study: Electrical Engineering
Who it’s for: South African students studying, or intending to study, towards a BSc Engineering or BEng in Electrical Engineering
Location listed: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Requisition ID: 100288
Closing date: Not stated on the official listing; apply as soon as possible while the advert remains open
Application outcome date: Applicants should receive the outcome of their application by 18 December 2026
Last verified: 17 June 2026
High-value notes (read this first)
- The bursary is for a BSc Engineering or BEng qualification in Electrical Engineering.
- Both current tertiary students and applicants intending to begin the qualification may apply.
- Current tertiary students must have maintained an academic average of at least 65%.
- The bursary may cover tuition, accommodation and allowances.
- Successful students may receive vacation work and additional support services during their studies.
- Applicants must upload all required documents through the online application form.
- No closing date is displayed on the official advert, so applicants should submit early.
- Hatch states that applicants should be informed of the outcome by 18 December 2026.
About the sponsor
Hatch is a global engineering, project delivery and professional services company with experience across the mining, energy and infrastructure sectors. The company states that it has more than 70 years of business and technical experience, with approximately 10,000 employees working across 150 countries.
Through its bursary programme, Hatch supports students preparing for engineering careers and provides opportunities for mentorship, project exposure and professional development.
Official application portal: Applications must be submitted through the official Hatch careers listing.
What it covers
The Hatch bursary may provide:
- Tuition
- Allowances
- Accommodation
- Vacation work
- Additional services to support bursars during their studies
The listing does not provide the value of the allowances or a detailed breakdown of the accommodation and additional support. Successful applicants should confirm these details in their bursary agreement.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens
- Be studying, or intending to study, towards a Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering
- Study at a recognised tertiary institution in South Africa
- Have maintained an academic average of at least 65% if already studying at tertiary level
The official advert does not state a specific age limit or restrict applications to a particular academic year.
Fields of study supported
The bursary supports:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Electrical Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering
Development opportunities
Successful bursars may benefit from:
- Formal and informal mentorship from experienced professionals
- Vacation work experience
- Exposure to projects in South Africa and internationally
- Opportunities in mining and metals, energy, digital and infrastructure
- Collaboration with professionals from different countries and cultures
- Participation in professional development programmes after qualifying
- Potential long-term career development opportunities within Hatch
Documents to prepare
Applicants must attach:
- Copy of their South African identity document
- Grade 12 results
- Complete tertiary academic transcript, where applicable
- Comprehensive CV
Applicants who have not yet started tertiary studies should still prepare their Grade 12 results and any available proof of application or admission, although the listing does not specifically identify proof of university acceptance as a compulsory attachment.
Closing date
The official Hatch listing does not state a closing date.
Applicants should apply as soon as possible while the application page remains active. Hatch states that applicants should receive the outcome of their applications by 18 December 2026.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying for a qualification other than Electrical Engineering
- Selecting a diploma or qualification that is not a BSc Engineering or BEng degree
- Applying as a current tertiary student with an average below 65%
- Uploading only part of the academic record instead of a complete transcript
- Forgetting to attach Grade 12 results
- Uploading an incomplete or outdated CV
- Failing to attach a clear copy of the South African ID
- Waiting for a closing date to be announced instead of applying while the advert is active
- Entering information that does not match the supporting documents
How this opportunity was verified
This opportunity was verified directly from the official Hatch careers listing for “Bursary Programme 2027: Electrical Engineering”, requisition ID 100288.
The listing confirms the qualification, South African citizenship requirement, 65% minimum average for tertiary students, required documents, bursary benefits and expected application outcome date of 18 December 2026.
How to apply
- Open the official Hatch bursary listing (link below).
- 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 transcript where applicable, and comprehensive CV.
- Review the information and uploaded documents carefully.
- Submit the application while the listing remains open.
- Save the confirmation email or take a screenshot as proof of submission.
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