Minopex Engineering Bursaries 2026: Apply Now for Mechanical, Electrical & Chemical Engineering

Minopex, one of South Africa’s leading mining and mineral processing companies, is inviting high-performing university students to apply for the Minopex Engineering Bursary Programme 2026.

This bursary is ideal for 3rd and 4th year engineering students who are serious about building a career in the mining, metals, and heavy industry sectors.

Bursary Closing Date

30 January 2026

📍 Location

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

About Minopex

Minopex specialises in outsourced operation and maintenance (O&M) of mineral and metal processing plants across South Africa and internationally. The company is known for its strong focus on safety, innovation, operational excellence, and skills development.

Through this bursary programme, Minopex invests in talented young engineers who show academic excellence, discipline, and long-term potential in technical environments.

Fields of Study Covered

The bursary is open to students registered for 2026 in the following qualifications:

Mechanical Engineering (BEng)
Electrical Engineering – Heavy Current (BEng)
Metallurgical Engineering (BEng)
Chemical Engineering (BEng)
Advanced National Diploma in Metallurgy
Advanced National Diploma in Chemical Engineering

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Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

Be a South African citizen
Be registered at a recognised South African university
Be in 3rd or 4th year of study in 2026
Have a minimum average of 70%
Show strong academic performance and commitment to engineering

What the Bursary Covers

The Minopex Engineering Bursary may include funding for:

Tuition fees
Prescribed textbooks and study materials
Other approved academic-related expenses

Top-performing bursary holders may also be considered for future workplace exposure or employment opportunities at Minopex.

Required Documents

Make sure you upload all of the following:

Short Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Latest academic record
Certified copy of your South African ID

⚠️ Incomplete applications may be rejected.

How to Apply

Apply online for the Minopex Engineering Bursary Programme 2026

All applications must be submitted before 30 January 2026.
Late applications will not be accepted.

Why Students Should Apply

This bursary offers more than financial support. It gives ambitious engineering students a chance to connect with a top mining services company, gain industry exposure, and strengthen their future career prospects in South Africa’s engineering and mining sectors.

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