Two Rivers Platinum Mine has opened applications for its 2026 Bursary Programme, offering financial support to South African students studying scarce and critical skills linked to mining operations, engineering, and technology. The programme targets students who are already registered for a degree at a DHET-accredited institution and who are ready to build long-term professional careers.
The bursary is linked to Two Rivers’ operations in the Dwarsrivier area near Burgersfort and forms part of the mine’s ongoing investment in skills development beyond its immediate workforce.
Why Mining-Linked Bursaries Carry Long-Term Value
Bursaries funded by operating mines differ from generic study funding. They are designed around real operational needs and skills pipelines, not abstract academic fields.
Students supported through mining bursary programmes often gain:
- Strong industry alignment
- Exposure to real-world engineering environments
- Skills that transfer beyond mining into energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure
- Improved employability after graduation
Two Rivers Platinum Mine has structured its bursary programme to support disciplines that remain in demand across multiple sectors.
Fields of Study Supported for 2026
The Two Rivers Platinum Mine Bursary Programme covers degree studies in the following disciplines:
Mining Engineering
Focused on mine planning, production systems, safety, and operational efficiency.
Metallurgical Engineering
Covers mineral processing, extraction methods, refining, and quality optimisation.
Mechanical Engineering
Supports skills related to machinery design, maintenance, and system optimisation.
Electrical Engineering
Linked to power systems, plant infrastructure, automation, and electrical safety.
Information Technology (IT)
Supports digital systems, networks, data management, cybersecurity, and operational technology.
Graduates from these fields are not limited to mining careers and can transition into energy, construction, consulting, manufacturing, and technology roles.
Who the Bursary Is Designed For
This bursary is aimed at students who are already on an academic path and need structured financial support to complete their studies.
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens
- Be registered for a degree at a DHET-accredited institution
- Be studying in one of the listed disciplines
- Complete Form A as required by Two Rivers Platinum Mine
Only applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be considered.
What to Prepare Before Applying
Applicants are required to submit:
- A Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copies of qualifications
To strengthen an application, students are strongly advised to include:
- A certified copy of their South African ID
- Latest academic record
- Proof of registration for the current or upcoming academic year
- A short motivational letter explaining career goals
All documents should be clear, complete, and professionally prepared.
How to Apply
Applications are submitted by email.
Applicants must:
- Attach all documents in PDF format
- Name files clearly and professionally
- Use the correct email subject line
Application email address: talent@trp.co.za
Suggested subject line format:
TRP Bursary Programme 2026 – Ref HR/137/26 – Your Full Name
Example:
TRP Bursary Programme 2026 – Ref HR/137/26 – Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi
Selection Process and Screening
Shortlisted applicants must be prepared to undergo:
- Assessments
- Credit checks
- Criminal record checks
- Reference checks
Two Rivers Platinum Mine reserves the right not to award bursaries, depending on suitability and operational requirements.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Closing Perspective
The Two Rivers Platinum Mine Bursary Programme is not casual study funding. It is a targeted investment in students pursuing demanding technical degrees that support long-term industrial, engineering, and technology careers.
For students who are already registered, academically committed, and serious about entering scarce-skills professions, this bursary represents a practical opportunity to complete their studies with industry-aligned support.