Engineering & Tech Bursary for Matriculants (SA) 2027

Job Title / Role: Engineering and Technology Stream Bursary Applications (Matriculants)

Organization: Lead Country South Africa

Location: South Africa

Introduction

Every year we look for graduates who are willing to step up and make a difference to the Engineering and Technology Fields. We are looking for the real game changers, trend setters and innovators. If you are passionate about Engineering and Technology, then the Siemens Bursary Scheme is for you!

Who are We?

Siemens is a global powerhouse in diversified engineering providing products, systems and solutions across the Electrification, Automation and Digitalization value chain. The company has been in existence for over 175 years igniting a history of innovation and social development. As an integrated technology company, Siemens aims to play a constructive role in Africa’s success story, as we try work on solving problems that can help all South Africans.

What can you expect?

We want to empower you to reach your dreams and build your next adventure! The Siemens bursary scheme provides funding for higher education for previously disadvantaged and academically sound students.

Bursary Qualifications

  • BSc/B.Eng. Electrical Engineering (Heavy and Light Current)
  • BSc/B.Eng. Electronic/Engineering
  • Bachelor Of Engineering: Technology
  • B.Eng. in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Mechatronics)
  • Bachelor in Computer Science and Information Technology

What are we looking for?

We are looking for those who share our values and have a real commitment to building a better future to join us. Therefore, it’s important that you have done your research about our company and are clear as to why you are choosing to join us.

Academic and Personal Record

  • Grade12 Applications
  • Completed Matric/Grade 12
  • English – Level 6 and Above
  • Pure Maths – Level 6 and Above
  • Physical Science – Level 6 and Above
  • Unemployed South African Citizen between 18 - 25 years
  • The student should not be receiving any other funding e.g., Other Bursaries / National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS).

Application Process

  • Motivation Letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • ID Document
  • Matric Certificate – Grade 11 Results and Grade 12 Trial Marks which will become available in Aug/Sept 2025
  • University Acceptance Letter

Our Culture

Our culture embraces different perspectives, open debate, and the will to challenge convention. Change is a constant aspect of our work. We aspire to lead the change in our industry rather than just react to it. That’s why we invite you to take on new challenges, test your ideas, and celebrate success.

The company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets under the Employment Equity Act will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an equal opportunity employer we encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

We care about your data privacy and take compliance with the POPI Act, GDPR as well as other data protection legislation seriously. For this reason, we ask you not to send us your CV or resume by email. We ask instead that you create a profile in our talent community where you can upload your CV. Setting up a profile lets us know you are interested in career opportunities with us and makes it easy for us to send you an alert when relevant positions become open.

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