Mintek Bursaries 2022: Offering Financial Aid in 9 Different Study Fields

About Mintek
Mintek is a South African company that specialises in the field of mineral research in all over the country. As one of the most prominent technological establishments in the world, Mintek has delved into the fields of mineral processing and other areas related to the expertise. By working closely and constantly collaborating with other Research and Development institutions, Mintek has been able to provide the necessary support needed for their Minister of Mineral Resources.

About the Mintek Bursaries 2022
Mintek is providing financial assistance to bright-minded South African students who are pursuing full-time education at a university level in the country. The Mintek Bursaries program is an all-inclusive program that accepts applicants from a variety of diverse backgrounds.

As an awardee, you will get all of the assistance you need to complete your academic degree or certificate program successfully. If you have consistently achieved high academic results while also demonstrating important characteristics as a student, you are strongly urged to apply for this position.

Applicants of the Mintek Bursaries must be pursuing an undergraduate degree, honors degree, or B.Tech diplomas in either one of the study courses below:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering (Process Control Systems or Electronics)
• Chemical Engineering (Minerals Processing option)
• Physics
• Physical Metallurgy / Materials Science
• Geology (majoring in Mineralogy, Petrology, Applied Geology or Economic Geology)
• Mathematics
• Mining Engineering
• Chemistry (Analytical or Geochemistry)

Awardees of the Mintek Bursaries will be entitled to financial aid that covers a couple of items, including full payment of your registration costs, tuition expenses, accommodation fees, and daily meals, with an additional R15 000 p.a. allowance.

In return, awardees will be required to participate in a year-for-year work service obligation within Mintek upon successful graduation. In addition, awardees must also take part in vacation work at the end of each of the academic year until their 3rd year of studies.

Eligibility Criteria
Candidates interested in the Mintek Bursaries must meet certain qualifying requirements before submitting their applications. Each of the things listed below will decide if you are qualified to continue with this learnership. Candidates should fulfill all of the following criteria to ensure a successful application. Failure to do so will have a negative impact on the overall outcome of your applications. Make a note of these things for future reference.

The following are the Mintek Bursaries Eligibility Criteria:

• Officially recognised as a citizen of South Africa
• Currently pursuing their education at University in one of the study courses mentioned above
• Has obtained an average aggregate score of at least 60% without any failed courses
• Fulfills the entry requirements required by their university and accepted at an accredited institution in South Africa
• Must be pursuing a full-time education.

Application Instructions
Apply via email: [email protected] (Mintek Bursaries 2022).

To get started, please download the Official Application Form. Read through the queries before you get started on filling them in with your personal information. Make sure to use only BLOCK LETTER when writing down your answers.

Additionally, you will be asked to provide the following documents:

• Your most updated Curriculum Vitae
• A certified copy of you proof of identity (Identity Document/passport)
• Certified copies of your Matric certificate
• Certified copies of your official University Transcript/Registration/Certificates.

All these documents should be included in your application dossier. Incomplete documents will cause your applications to falter.

Please send your applications to the email address above. Alternatively, you can make your submissions through the methods below as well:

• Postal Carriage: Mintek Bursary Office, Private Bag X3015, Randburg 2125
• Fax: +27 11 709 4465

By submitting your applications, you grant the selection committee permission to use your personal information for registration purposes.

To ensure the legitimacy of applicants, applications will be submitted to further review and verification procedures. Anyone found to be misrepresenting any aspect of their applications would be barred from participating in the registration period.

Closing Date
Applications for the Mintek Bursaries must be submitted before the closing date on 31 July 2021.

The selection committee has a strict no-tolerance policy for late applicants. Submissions received after the deadline will not be recognized during the registration period.

Candidates should submit their applications as soon as feasible. This will give you enough time to fully assess the contents of your applications. Please prepare your applications as soon as possible.

Announcements will only be made to shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear back from the selection committee within 3 months past the closing date, we regret to inform you that you have not been chosen for the bursary.

Shortlisted candidates must prepare themselves for an interview with the selection committee.

During the recruiting process, Mintek maintains the right to make or not make an appointment. The selecting committee’s choices are final.

Committee Details
Do you have any questions about the Mintek Bursaries? Please do not be afraid to inquire! Please direct your questions and concerns to the individual listed below:
Telephone Number: +27 11 709 4648

Reference: Mintek Bursary Programmes