Valterra Platinum is inviting first-year and final-year students in Information Management, Information Systems, Computer Science and related fields to apply for its bursary programme. The bursary offers financial support, practical exposure, mentorship and possible entry into Valterra Platinum’s graduate programme after successful completion of studies.
At a glance
Sponsor/host: Valterra Platinum
Opportunity type: Full-time bursary programme
Field of study: Information Management / Information Systems / Computer Science and related fields
Location listed: 144 Oxford Road, Melrose, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Discipline: Mining
Business entity: Africa – Platinum Group Metals (PGMs)
Who it’s for: First-year or final-year students enrolled full-time in approved information, data, systems or analytics-related qualifications
Minimum academic average: 65%
Closing date: 31 July 2026
Last verified: 30 June 2026
High-value notes (read this first)
- This bursary is for students in their first year or final year of study.
- Applicants must be enrolled full-time at a recognised South African university.
- The minimum final overall academic average is 65%.
- Applications are reviewed weekly, so applicants should apply early.
- Incomplete applications will be declined.
- Preference may be given to applicants from communities around Valterra Platinum’s operations.
- If an applicant falsely declares that they are local to Valterra Platinum’s operations, the company may terminate the bursary agreement.
- Successful bursary recipients may enter Valterra Platinum’s graduate programme after completing their studies.
About the sponsor
Valterra Platinum is an integrated producer of platinum group metals. The company mines PGMs and associated co-products in South Africa and Zimbabwe, then processes, smelts and refines them through its own facilities.
Its South African processing operations include the Base Metals Refinery and the Precious Metals Refinery, and its broader value chain includes mining, processing, sales, trading and market development. Through its bursary programme, Valterra Platinum supports students who are preparing for careers linked to the mining sector and its technical, digital and business support functions.
Official application portal: Applications must be submitted through the official Valterra Platinum SmartRecruiters listing.
What it covers
Successful bursary recipients may receive:
- Full tuition fee coverage for the duration of their studies, up to Honours level
- University residence accommodation, including meals where applicable
- Paid vacation work opportunities
- Practical exposure to real workplace and operational challenges
- Ongoing mentorship for academic and personal development
- Entry into Valterra Platinum’s graduate programme after successful completion of studies
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be currently enrolled full-time at a recognised South African university
- Be in their first year or final year of study
- Be studying an approved Information Management, Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Science, Business Analytics, Statistics/Data Analytics or related qualification
- Demonstrate academic excellence and commitment to their field of study
- Have a minimum final overall academic average of 65%
Fields of study supported
The bursary supports students enrolled in:
- Bachelor of Science in Information Management
- Bachelor of Science in Information Systems
- Bachelor of Commerce in Information Systems
- Bachelor of Commerce in Informatics
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science in Data Science
- Bachelor of Commerce in Business Analytics
- Bachelor of Science in Statistics / Data Analytics
Preference for local communities
Preference may be given to learners from communities in and around Valterra Platinum’s operations.
Valterra Platinum’s South African processing operations are located in:
- Rustenburg, North West
- Polokwane, Limpopo
Its mines are located in:
- Thabazimbi, Limpopo
- Burgersfort, Limpopo
- Mokopane, Limpopo
Applicants should be accurate when declaring whether they are local to one of the company’s areas of operation, as an incorrect declaration may lead to termination of the bursary agreement.
Documents to prepare
Applications must include:
- Updated CV
- CV details of extracurricular activities and any volunteer work
- Full academic transcript covering every year of study, including the current year where applicable
- Proof of address, either a municipal account or a letter from a local tribal authority
- Copy of ID
Applicants should save all required documents in one folder before starting the online application so that everything can be uploaded together.
Closing date
31 July 2026.
Applications are reviewed weekly, so applicants should submit complete applications as soon as possible instead of waiting until the closing date.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying if you are not in your first year or final year of study
- Applying with an academic average below 65%
- Applying for a qualification that is not related to the listed information, systems, computer science, data or analytics fields
- Uploading only the latest result instead of the full academic transcript
- Leaving extracurricular or volunteer activities out of the CV
- Forgetting proof of address
- Submitting an incomplete application
- Incorrectly claiming to live near a Valterra Platinum operation
- Waiting until the closing date even though applications are reviewed weekly
How this opportunity was verified
This opportunity was verified directly from the official Valterra Platinum SmartRecruiters listing. The listing confirms the supported qualifications, first-year or final-year requirement, 65% minimum academic average, bursary benefits, required documents, local-community preference and closing date of 31 July 2026.
How to apply
- Open the official Valterra Platinum bursary listing.
- Confirm that you are in your first year or final year of one of the approved study fields.
- Prepare your CV, full academic transcript, proof of address and ID copy.
- Select “I’m interested” on the official listing.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload all required supporting documents.
- Review your application carefully before submitting.
- Submit before 31 July 2026 and keep proof of submission.