Hatch has opened its 2026 Bursary program and is inviting all students to apply now. All interested applicants should apply using the details below.

Bursary Application closing date  is 31 August 2026

Hatch are inviting Engineering students to apply for their bursary programme for the 2026 academic year. Bursaries will be awarded specifically for studies towards the following Engineering qualifications:

• Chemical Engineering (BSc or BEng)
• Civil Engineering (BSc or BEng)
• Electrical Engineering (BSc or BEng)
• Mechanical Engineering (BSc or BEng)

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: tuition fees, accommodation and allowances. Students will also be able to take part in vacation work and will receive extra support services during the course of their studies.

Hatch bursary recipients will also receive the following benefits:

• Receive formal and informal mentorship from leaders and authorities within the industry
• Work alongside people from different cultures and countries across the global organisation
• Acquire project experience in South Africa and around the world
• Be offered opportunities to pursue career paths in Energy, Infrastructure Mining & Metals or Digital sectors after graduation
• Take part in local Professional Development Programs after graduation
• Join an exciting working environment which will allow you to use your Engineering qualification in traditional sectors or emerging and innovative industries

Applicants will be informed of the outcome of their applications by 30 September 2026.
 

Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

• You must be a South African citizen
• You must be studying or intend on studying towards one of the following Engineering qualifications:
  • Chemical Engineering (Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering)
  • Civil Engineering (Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering)
  • Electrical Engineering (Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering)
  • Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering)
• You must be studying or you must intend on studying at a recognised tertiary institution in South Africa
• Tertiary students: you must have achieved and maintained a minimum overall average of 65%
• Grade 12 students: you must have achieved and maintained a minimum overall average of 90%

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online for the following positions:
Hatch Chemical Engineering Bursary
(Reference number: 42003)

Hatch Civil Engineering Bursary
(Reference number: 42000)

Hatch Electrical Engineering Bursary
(Reference number: 42001)

Hatch Mechanical Engineering Bursary
(Reference number: 41999)

You will be required to Register an account before you can Login and apply.
 

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application be disregarded):

• ID document (certified copy)
• Grade 11 final results AND Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copies)
• Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
• Proof of acceptance from a recognised tertiary institution (on tertiary letterhead)
• Full tertiary academic record/ transcripts, if currently at tertiary level (on tertiary letterhead)
• Full Curriculum Vitae