Engineering Bursary

Job description

GIBB is offering 3 bursaries for 2027 to full-time engineering students in civil (water, infrastructure, rail and roads) or electrical and electronic (rail, signalling and telecommunication) engineering. The bursary covers tuition at any South African university, books, travel, accommodation and vacation work. Recipients must work at a GIBB office in South Africa after graduating. Ref: GIB-484. Closing date: 3 December 2026.

Requirements

• South African citizen, not older than 25
• Studying towards an engineering degree from 2nd year onwards; Honours or Masters students get preference
• Civil or electrical/electronic engineering in the listed specialisations
• University exam results are used for selection

Responsibilities

• Complete your studies with GIBB funding
• Take part in vacation employment
• Work at a GIBB office in South Africa after graduating, as per the contract

Application tips

• •Bursaries need proof of household income for every parent or guardian.
• •Apply before your results are final — most schemes allow conditional applications.
• •Keep certified copies newer than three months.