Nestlé is inviting students to apply for the Future Talent Bursary for the 2026 academic year. The bursary supports students in selected fields aligned to Nestlé’s talent pipeline, with applications submitted online via Career Wise.
At a glance
- Who it’s for: South African students (typically 17–25) who have completed Matric and meet the minimum academic requirements.
- What it covers: Financial support for qualifying study costs (exact coverage is determined by the bursary administrator).
- Service obligation: No work-back obligation is stated on the application listing; confirm terms during the application process.
- Key dates: Closing date listed as 09 Jan 2026 (apply urgently, if you haven’t already).
- Other notes: Applications are submitted online and require supporting documents (ID + academic results + proof of admission/registration).
Who’s offering this?
Nestlé in South Africa forms a major part of the company’s East and Southern Africa Region, with its regional head office based in Bryanston and a footprint that includes five factories and two distribution centres across the country. Nestlé has operated locally for over a century and manufactures well-known everyday products.
What’s on offer
Nestlé is a global food and beverage company. The Future Talent Bursary is intended to support high-potential students in fields relevant to the business, administered through Career Wise.
- Study-related funding for approved costs (as per bursary terms).
- May include tuition and approved study materials (confirm during application).
- Funding is subject to selection and verification of documents.
- Terms and conditions are managed by the bursary administrator (Career Wise).
Bursaries are listed for studies in fields such as:
- Engineering; Food Science & Technology; Agriculture.
- Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Analysis and Digital / E-commerce.
- Brand Management, Media Communications, Social Media Marketing and Innovation.
Eligibility checklist
- You are between 17 and 25 years old (as listed).
- You have completed Matric.
- You are studying (or applying to study) full-time in one of the listed fields.
- You are studying (or applying/registered) at an accredited institution in South Africa.
- You meet the minimum academic requirement (overall average of 65% in Matric / previous year).
Documents to prepare
- Certified copy of ID document.
- Most recent academic results (Matric and/or tertiary results).
- Proof of university registration or admission (institution letterhead).
- Any additional documents requested by the online application system.
Key dates
The listed closing date is 09 January 2026. Closing date: 09 January 2026 (applications after this date may not be accepted).
How selection and placement work
Applications are assessed by the bursary administrator based on eligibility, academic performance and the availability of funding. Meeting the minimum criteria does not guarantee selection.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying after the deadline (this bursary closes very soon).
- Submitting missing or unclear supporting documents.
- Applying for a field not listed as supported by the programme.
- Not checking your email/application portal for follow-up requests from the administrator.
How to apply (step-by-step)
- Open the online application page (Career Wise) and start the bursary application.
- Complete all required personal and study information on the form.
- Upload the required supporting documents (ID, results, proof of admission/registration).
- When prompted, use the bursary code ‘Nestle 2026’ (as listed) if required.
- Submit before 09 January 2026 and keep confirmation of submission.