Exxaro Career Fair 2024 Bursary Information

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UNLOCK YOUR POTENTIAL

WITH EXXARO'S BURSARY


PROGRAMME

WHY BECOME AN EXXARO BURSARY HOLDER?


Exxaro is proud to introduce our full-time bursary programme for talented and driven individuals like you to
embark on a journey of academic excellence. The opportunity to become an Exxaro bursary holder extends far
beyond financial support for your studies. Through our bursary programme, you will also gain access to a wealth
of opportunities, mentorship, and exposure that will prepare you for a successful career.

POLICY STATEMENT BURSARY DISCIPLINES


Exxaro established a full-time bursary programme for young Exxaro’s bursary opportunities focus mainly on
South African citizens, providing opportunities for annual studies that support our core mining industry
selection to pursue studies at recognised tertiary institutions disciplines:
in South Africa. The purpose of the bursary programme is • BEng/BSc degree studies (Civil, Chemical,
to ensure a consistent flow of suitable young professionals Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, Metallurgy,
into our graduate programme (known as our Professional- Mining, Electronic, Mechatronic)
In-Training (PIT) programme) and our internship programme. • BSc Geology/Rock Engineering (Hons)
The intent of these Programmes is to cultivate and nurture a • BSc/B Comp IT, Data Sciences
talent pool where young talent is recruited, trained, coached, • B-Technical Degree (Hons) Mine Surveying
and potentially prepared for successful careers in the • Support Services e.g., Human Resources,
organisation. Applicants need to have a 4-year/NQF8/Hons Finance, Supply Chain Management, Marketing,
degree for entry into the PIT Programme and 3-year/NQF7 Community Development, Corporate
degree for entry into the internship programme. Communication and Environmental Sciences.
BURSARY BENEFITS
The bursary provides comprehensive coverage, encompassing all study-related expenses such as tuition fees,
accommodation, meals, books, data, travel, and wellness allowances. Additionally, recipients receive a one-time
allowance for the purchase of a laptop or tablet.

THE BURSARY PROGRAMME ALSO INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING


EXCITING BENEFITS:
• Be associated with a company that Powers better lives in Africa and beyond, a Sustainable Growth and Impact
leader in the mining industry
• Dedicated administrative support and monitoring from Exxaro
• First and Second Semester Campus visits (attended by Talent Management and Mentors)
• Access to senior and experienced leaders
• Annual practical work exposure at one of Exxaro’s operations (6 – 8 weeks during December/January break,
depending on the curriculum requirement)
• Access to a digital platform to connect with Exxaro news and other bursars across different institutions
• Be invited to Exxaro’s annual PIT Symposium
• Be considered for awards/prizes as top performing bursars
• Be invited to the annual Mining Indaba
• Access to Exxaro’s Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for professional trauma related support
• The potential of a work opportunity, where you can join Exxaro’s PIT/Intern Programmes after graduation.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Opportunities are advertised between September and October through university Head of
Department (HOD) contacts, on student platforms and Exxaro social media and website. During this
time, students are invited to participate in the selection process for the upcoming academic year.

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