Bursary Programme 2026: Civil & Structural Engineering

Hatch Ltd.; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking motivated students for its Bursary Programme in 2026. Ideal candidates will be South African citizens studying Civil Engineering and maintaining a 65% average. The bursary covers tuition, accommodation, and mentorship, and offers opportunities in Mining, Energy, and Infrastructure sectors.

Benefits

Tuition

Accommodation

Additional support services for bursars

Qualifications

• Must be a South African citizen.
• Studying or intending to study a BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering.
• Average academic achievement of 65% or above.

Responsibilities

• Gain project experience in South Africa and globally.
• Collaborate with diverse cultures in the organisation.
• Participate in local Professional Development Programs.

Skills

South African citizenship

Studying or intending to study in Civil Engineering

Academic achievement of 65% or above

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering

Job description

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Company: Hatch

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world‑class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry‑leading efficiencies, our best‑in‑class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

The outcome of your application will be provided to you by 19th December 2025.

Looking to take the next step in your career? Hatch is currently seeking highly motivated students to join our Bursary Programme in 2026.

Who are we looking for?

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering.

As the successful candidate, you will:

• Be encouraged to be the best version of yourself with many opportunities to pursue work in Mining & Metals, Energy, Digital, or Infrastructure sectors once you have completed your degree.
• Have the benefit of formal and informal mentorship from some of the leading minds and authorities in the industry.
• Have the opportunity to gain project experience in South Africa and around the world.
• Collaborate with different people across a multitude of cultures around our global organisation.
• Be part of an exciting work environment where you can use your Engineering degree in your choice of traditional sectors or emerging and innovative industries.
• Participate in local Professional Development Programs once you have qualified.

Minimum requirements to apply:

• You must be a South African citizen.
• You must be studying or intending to study a BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering at a recognised Tertiary Institution in South Africa.
• Tertiary students must have maintained an average academic achievement of 65% or above.

You must be in possession of and attach copies via this application form of the following:

• South African Identity Document
• Grade 12 results
• Complete transcript of tertiary academic record

What does the Hatch Bursary offer you?

• Tuition
• Accommodation
• Additional services to support bursars during their studies

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

In order to consider any application for employment, we will have to process your personal information.

A law, known as the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA) provides that when one processes another's personal information, such collection, retention, dissemination and use of that person's personal information must be done in a lawful and transparent manner.

In order to give effect to this right, we are under a duty to provide you with a number of details pertaining to the processing of your personal information. These details are housed under the Hatch HR Processing Notice which can be accessed and viewed on the Hatch website: https://www.hatch.com/About-Us/Privacy-Statement-South-Africa , which HR Processing Notice we request you kindly download and read.