Civil Engineering Bursary

Cape Agulhas Bursary Programmes 2020

December 16, 2019

The municpality of Cape Agulhas is calling on deserving and qualified students looking for bursary support to send in their applications to qualify for its Bursary Programme applicable on the 2020 academic year.

Named after the southern tip of the African continent, Cape Agulhas is a predominantly Afrikaans speaking city in Western Cape. Cape Agulhas reported a population of 33,036 in 2011 and with land area covering 3,467 square kilometers. Its seat of government and largest town is Bredasdorp with a population of 15,524 (2011 census).

Cape Agulhas Bursary Programmes 2020

The Cape Agulhas Bursary Programme is offered annually to financially constrained but academically performing students pursuing or intending to pursue the following fields of study:

Civil Engineering
Town and Regional Planning
Financial Management
Tourism
Electro-Mechanical Engineering Services
Human Resources
ICT
Environmental Management
Community Development
Community Safety
Business Development
Arts and Culture
Public Administration
Legal Studies
Architecture
Marine Biology

Who should apply?

Applicants must meet the programme’s eligibility requirements in order to qualify for consideration:

Must be studying or will study any of the fields of study mentioned earlier
A resident of Cape Agulhas
Household income must not be higher than R20 000 per month
Excellent academic standing

How do I apply?

All applications must include the following supporting documents:

Letter of motivation
Certified true copy of South African ID
Certificate of registration (original copy) showing the area of study and subjects to be taken
Municipal account or any relevant document to serve as proof of Cape Agulhas residence
Certified copy of Grade 12 results or certified true copies of current progress reports
Proof of household income
Previous beneficiaries may re-apply for bursary support

All applications are required to be submitted as sealed and marked accordingly as “Bursary application”. Along with the supporting documents, applications must be hand-delivered to:

Cape Agulhas Municipal Office
1 Dirkie Uys Street
Bredasdorp

Application Deadline?

Deadline for submission of applications is 20 December 2019, no later than 4 PM. Late or incomplete submissions will not be accepted.

Contact Information

For additional enquiries about the bursary programme, get in touch with:

Mrs. Lauren May or Mrs. Zoe Feni-Bandla
Tel. no: 028 425 55 00

Click the link to view the Cape Agulhas Bursary Programme 2020 advert.

Internships

JCDecaux Engineering Technician Internship Programme 2020

November 14, 2019

JCDecaux is pleased to announce the opening of its Project Administration Internship Programm for 2020 and is inviting all interested individuals to come to its career’s page and apply accordingly.

Paris-based JCDegaux Group is an international corporation popular for coming up with bus stop advertising, public bicycle rentals, billboards and street furniture. As the largest outdoor advertising company in the world, JCDecaux currently has over 13,000 employees working in over 75 countries all over the world.

In 1955, Jean-Claude Decaux founded a company that specializes in outdoor advertising along with motorways and were taxed heavily by the state. This lead Decaux to develop the idea of advertising street furniture. From there, JCDecaux went on to further develop and offer various types of street furniture. These include bus shelters, City Information Panels, Morris Columns and kiosks.

JCDecaux Engineering Technician Internship Programme

The Engineering Technician Intern will be responsible for the following tasks and responsibilities:

Managing and scheduling inspections, subsequent repairs and uploading reports and documentation on advertising structures
Conduct diligent inspections as well as structural analysis of advertising structures deployed in the field backed up with detailed reports stating the current condition and repairs needed
Study original design engineer calculations to ensure the designs are compliant with existing standards
Supervise remedial works to be carried out on advertising structures
Provide on-the-ground support and management of new advertising structures in various African markets
Exhibit a clear and thorough understanding and application of current health and safety standards

Who should apply?

The following minimum eligibility will need to be satisfied in order to qualify for consideration:

Must be a student currently pursuing a Civil Engineering qualification or
Currently working as a building technician
Has a good grasp of structural steel as well as reinforced concrete structures
Possess a good understanding of construction techniques
Knowledge of quantity surveying is a definite plus
Knowledgeable in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
Knows how to use AutoCAD
Possesses a valid South African driver’s license and passport

How do I apply?

If you meet the minimum qualifications, click here to access the JCDecaux Engineering Technician Internship Programm application page. Once you are there, scroll to the bottom of the page, then click on the “Apply” button.

Be sure to ready the following:

Comprehensive and up to date CV (must be in docx, pdf, rtf, doc, gift form)
Cover letter (must be in jpg, gif, pdf, ong or doc format and does not exceed 1 mb)

Application Deadline?

No deadline for submission of applications has been set as of this writing.

Contact Information

Should you have further questions about this internship opportunity, use the details below:

Riyaadh Hassein
Talent and Acquisition Officer
+27 11 514 1552
+27 11 514 1400
za_recruitment@jcdecaux.com

Click on the link to pull up the JCDecaux Engineerng Internship Programme 2020 advert.

Bursaries

WSP Engineering Bursary Programmes 2020

October 8, 2019

The WSP Group Africa is calling on engineering graduates to send their application and qualify for its Engineering Bursary Programmes for 2020.

The WSP Group is an internationally recognized corporation offering professional services in sectors involved in engineering, energy, healthcare advisory services, mining, shipping and more.

From its beginnings in 1885, WSP now has about 49,000 employees and a global footprint spanning the Americas, Europe, India, Middle East. Africa and the Asia-Pacific.

WSP Group Africa Engineering Bursary Programmes 2020

The WSP Group in South Africa provides bursary support to students pursuing the following engineering fields:

Electrical engineering
Civil engineering
Mechanical engineering

Who should apply?

Only applicants who meet the following minimum requirements will be considered:

Must be pursuing any of the prescribed engineering degrees in their second, third or final year of qualification
Able to attain a 65% grade average and with no failing marks for the 2019 school year to date
Not a beneficiary of another scholarship or bursary programme
Previously disadvantaged applicants are preferred but all qualified South African students are welcome to apply
Demonstrates a strong sense of community
A reliable team member
Highly self-motivated and enthusiastic
Open to learning and considering constructive feedback
Capable of delivering desirable results even under pressure and stressful situations
Solid verbal and written communication skills
Good eye for detail and accuracy
Has initiative and highly responsible
Knows how to prioritize tasks
Solid time management skills
Always looking for solutions
Trustworthy and dependably
Able to demonstrate leadership skills
Innovative with critical thinking skills

How do I apply?

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will need to register an account on the WSP recruitment page.

Ready the following supporting documents for uploading during the application process:

Fully accomplished application form
Certified copy of 2019 tertiary progress report or scholastic transcript
Copy of up to date CV with contact details
Certified copy of South African ID
Certified copy of matric results
Two (2) reference letters
Signed letter stating applicant is not a beneficiary of any scholarship or bursary support

Choose your engineering course and click on the correspond link to apply. Make sure to scroll all the way down to the bottom and click on “Apply”.

Mechanical engineering

Civil engineering

Electrical engineering

Note that the links may no longer work if the programme is no longer available.

Click here to view the bursary programme advert.

Application Deadline?

Deadline for submission of applications is on 18 October 2019.

Contact Information

For further questions about the bursary programme, send it to za.bursaryadministration@wsp.com.

Bursaries

Institute of Municipal Engineering of Southern Africa Bursary 2020

September 6, 2019

The Institute of Municipal Engineering of Southern Africa is currently offering its Bursary Programme for 2020. See details about this bursary programme below.

Established in 1861, the Institute of Municipal Engineering in Southern Africa is an organization that aims to promote and represent the interests of municipal engineers and companies involved with the built environment and municipal engineering. The Institute also aims to cultivate excellence in the engineering profession and help communities and its municipalities.

The IMESA Bursary Programme 2020

The IMESA Bursary Programme began in 2000 with the purpose of providing cash assistance to students who are financially unable to continue with their studies. These are studies particularly in the field of civil engineering, The IMESA also seeks to recognize the achievements of the dependents of its members.

The bursary programme is awarded to deserving students who have already been admitted to an IMESA-prescribed tertiary education institution and successfully finished the mid-year exams. The successful applicants will then enjoy bursary coverage on the succeeding school year. Bursary coverage applies to tuition fees and book expenses and coursed to the beneficiary’s university.

Who should apply?

Applicants who meet the following minimum requisites may be considered for the bursary programme:

Students currently pursuing a Civil Engineering qualification but are financially constrained to further their studies
Other Engineering courses may be considered pending the approval of the IMESA Executive Council
Must be studying at a tertiary education institution recognized by IMESA
Open only to South African citizens

Click the link to view the IMESA Bursary Programme advert.

What is the selection process?

Bursary support is awarded following a full evaluation process and as decided by the IMESA Executive Council. Successful bursars will receive notification before the year ends

How do I apply?

Applicants who meet the programme’s minimum requirements will need to download the application form. Separate application forms are available for members and non-members of IMESA.

IMESA Bursary Programme Application form (non-members)

IMESA Bursary Programme Busary Application form (members)

Be sure to write legibly when filling out you application forms

Application Deadline?

Deadline for submission of applications is on 15 September 2019. Late or incomplete submissions will not be accepted.

Contact Information

For question about the bursary programme, call 031 266 3263 or send them an email to info@imesa.org.za

Bursaries

SAICE Patrons Engineering Bursary Scheme

July 12, 2019

The South African Institution of Civil Engineering is calling on civil engineering and technical course students to apply for its comprehensive bursary programme called SPEBS, or SAICE Patrons Engineering Bursary Programme.

Initially established as the Cape Society of Civil Engineers the organization later changed its name to South Africans Society of Civil Engineers. By 1948, the group changed to its current name. The organization now has about 8,000 members from all over the country.

SAICE Patrons Bursary Programme

The bursary programme was established as a means of providing financial assistance to students pursuing a Civil Engineering qualification. The bursary award amounts to R6,500 per semester and should take care of school-related expenses such as :

Tuition and registration fees
Book fees
Other school-related expenditures

Career Options

The SAICE Patrons Engineering Bursary Programme does not guarantee job placement – permanent or otherwise – when the bursars finally complete their studies.

Requirements or Eligibility

To qualify for the bursary programme, applicants must satisfy the following minimum requirements:

Must be pursuing a Civil Engineering qualification or relevant National diploma course
Must have completed (with no failed marks) all subjects
Must have passed first year examinations (bursary will cover students in their second to fourth year of studies
Must be taking up studies at an accredited tertiary education institution
Solid academic record
Must be financially incapable of pursuing studies

How to Apply

Qualified applicants will need to download the application form. In addition, clear copies of the following supporting documents will need to be submitted together with the application form:

Certified copy of ID
Certified copy of transcript of records
Selected applicants will need to submit a certified copy of their proof of registration at a tertiary institution

Download the application form by clicking the link below:

https://gocareers.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/SPEBSBursaryApplication.pdf

Fully accomplished applications and complete supporting documents may be sent using the following methods:

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