Glencore, a prominent figure in the global mining sector, is presenting Glencore Bursary for 2025, offering substantial support to students across diverse fields of study. This initiative not only provides financial assistance but also invaluable work experience, equipping aspiring professionals with the tools they need to succeed.
About Glencore:
- Glencore is a prominent global mining conglomerate.
- Listed on the London and Swiss Stock Exchanges.
- Headquarters located in Zug, Switzerland.
- Holds significant market positions in seven major commodity markets.
- Commodities include copper, coking coal, thermal coal, ferrochrome, nickel, zinc, and others like platinum group metals, gold, cobalt, lead, and silver.
Glencore Bursary Details:
- Offered by Glencore South Africa (Alloys Division).
- Available to students achieving an aggregate of level 6 or higher.
- Aim to alleviate financial burdens and support career development.
- Available in various disciplines to facilitate career pathways.
Fields of Study for Glencore Bursary:
- Chemical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Safety Management
- Electrical Engineering
- Environmental Science
- Geology
- Accounting
- Data Engineering
- Data Analysis
- Civil Engineering
- Human Resource Development
Bursary Benefits:
- Full coverage of registration and tuition fees.
- Accommodation fees inclusive of meals.
- Provision of necessary textbooks.
- Monthly stipend for incidental expenses.
- Financial assistance for purchasing a personal computer from the second year of study, if required by the university.
- Compulsory six weeks of paid vacation work each year.
- Mandatory one-year work-back period for each year of bursary funding received.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Open to Grade 12 students who fulfill the academic requirements.
- Available to first and second-year university students in South Africa.
How to Apply:
- Submit applications online through the Glencore Bursary Application 2025 portal.
Related: Old Mutual Accounting Bursary 2025
Required Supporting Documents for Glencore Bursary Application:
- Certified copy of your ID document
- Certified copy of your most recent Matric results, if applicable
- Certified copy of your Matric certificate, if already obtained
- Certified copy of your latest academic transcripts, if currently enrolled in university
- Proof of registration, acceptance, or provisional acceptance from your institution on official letterhead
Selection Process:
- Selection for Glencore Bursary is determined by academic performance and involves a recruitment process managed by the Glencore Alloy’s Bursary Committee.
- Please note that recipients cannot concurrently hold these industry bursaries with any other major industry bursary.