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UCT Sappi Bursaries and Scholarships for Engineering/ Bachelor of Science

UCT Sappi Bursaries and Scholarships for Engineering/ Bachelor of Science

UCT Sappi Bursaries and Scholarships for Engineering/ BSc – see details below:

At Sappi, They want to encourage the brightest young talent to join our ever evolving industry. That’s why They’ve created a bursary scheme in partnership with accredited universities, so innovative young South Africans are supported throughout their studies in line with real world business needs.

Eligibility If you’re a school leaver or university student between 18 and 25 years old, and are studying (or intending to study) full time at any South African accredited university, you could be eligible for our bursary scheme. You should be studying in one of the below fields:

  • Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science – Mechanical Engineering
  • Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science – Electrical Engineering
  • Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science – Chemical Engineering
  • Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science – Industrial Engineering
  • Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science – Civil Engineering
  • Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science – Mechatronics
  • Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science – Forestry and Wood Sciences
  • National Diploma – Pulp and Paper
  • National Diploma in Forestry.
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In addition, you must also have:

  • South African citizenship
  • an average of 70-80% in Mathematics (not Maths Literacy), 70-80% in Physical Science, and 60% in English, and
  • qualifying points for entrance at the university, or acceptance confirmation.

Current university results will be considered for undergraduate students. Note that preference will be given to learners with an average of 75% and above in Mathematics and Physical Science.

When to apply Applications for bursaries are open from 01 June to 30 September every year. If you meet the minimum criteria, you may be invited to a selection interview.

They’re always looking out for potential recruits to join our talented team. Read about our process so that you can be prepared if you choose to apply.
My experience at Sappi as a bursary student has been quite motivational, and I am proud to be part of this successful company. By paying for my education to become a chemical engineer, Sappi has given me the required push to work hard and try to excel in whatever I do.
Varun Garg, Bursary recipient

How to apply-If you meet the minimum requirements, you can apply in the following ways:

Online
Please click here to apply on our careers portal.

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Hand in
Visit your local Sappi HR Department and hand in your application there.

Bursaries

Apply for a Sappi Bursary today!
For application queries contact us
Tel:
+27 11 407 8111

youngtalent@sappi.com

 

Recruitment cycle

Formal interviews take place in October, November and December each year. Selected candidates should begin their work in February the following year.
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