SAPPI Bursary

At Sappi, we want to encourage the brightest young talent to join our ever evolving industry. That's why we've created a bursary scheme in partnership with accredited universities, so innovative young South Africans are supported throughout their studies in line with real world business needs.

If you're a school leaver or university student between 18 and 25 years old, and are studying (or intending to study) full time at any South African accredited university , you could be eligible for our bursary scheme. You should be studying in one of the below fields: Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science - Forestry and Wood Sciences National Diploma - Pulp and Paper National Diploma in Forestry. In addition, you must also have: South African citizenship an average of 70-80% in Mathematics (not Maths Literacy), 70-80% in Physical Science, and 60% in English, and qualifying points for entrance at the university, or acceptance confirmation. Current university results will be considered for undergraduate students. Note that preference will be given to learners with an average of 75% and above in Mathematics and Physical Science.

If you meet the minimum requirements for the Sappi bursary , you can apply in the following ways: Online Please click here to apply on the careers portal. Hand in Visit your local Sappi HR Department and hand in your application there.