Golder Bursary
Any Level
Various
Amount not specified
South African Citizens Only
About This Bursary
Golder Bursary South Africa 2021 – 2022
ABOUT THE COMPANY – GOLDER
Founded in 1960, Golder Associates Inc. (known as “Golder”), is a Canadian employee-owned international company with over 165 offices across the world. The company provides consulting, design, construction, environmental services (among other services) in a range of sectors, including Manufacturing, Mining, Power, Transportation, Oil & Gas and Government.
The companies offices are located in Africa, Australasia, Europe, North America, South America and Asia, with over 6 500 employees. Golder, in Africa, has offices in South Africa, Mozambique, Zambia, Ghana and the DRC.
In 2021, Golder announced that they have joined WSP – a global leading firm which provides engineering and design professional services to clients in various sectors, including Environment, Power & Energy, Transportation & Property & Buildings, Infrastructure, Resources and Industry sectors.
ABOUT THE GOLDER BURSARY – FIELDS COVERED
WSP | Golder in Africa is inviting students to apply for bursary funding, for the
2022 academic year
. The bursary is available to current
Environmental Science and Engineering students
, pursuing studies towards any of the following qualifications:
Environmental Sciences:
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science (Honours), with majors in:
Environmental Science
Geology
Hydrology
Hydrogeology
or another related field
Engineering:
Bachelor’s Degree (BEng, BSc (Eng), BIng) in:
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Bursary recipients will be able to undertake vacation work at Golder during university holidays, and after graduation, they may be offered employment opportunities at the company.
** RELATED BURSARIES **
View our other
Engineering Bursaries and Scholarships
here
.
View our other
Environmental Bursaries and Scholarships
here
.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE GOLDER BURSARY
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
Environmental Science students:
You must be a South African citizen
You must have completed Matric
You must be studying towards a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Environmental Sciences
You must be studying towards one of proposed majors, which include but are not limited to: Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrology / Hydrogeology
You must be in the 2nd, 3rd or final year of study
You must be studying at a recognised university in South Africa
You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 70% in the 2021 academic year to date
You must have passed all subjects in the 2021 academic year to date
You must NOT be in receipt of any other bursary or scholarship funding
You must be passionate about Environmental Science
You must be dedicated to your studies
Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged candidates
Engineering students:
You must be a South African citizen
You must have completed Matric
You must be studying towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Chemical, Civil, Electrical or Mechanical)
You must be in the 2nd, 3rd or final year of study
You must be studying at a recognised university in South Africa
You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% in the 2021 academic year to date
You must have passed all subjects in the 2021 academic year to date
You must NOT be in receipt of any other bursary or scholarship funding
You must be passionate about Engineering
You must be dedicated to your studies
Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged candidates
ALL candidates must
also
possess the following skills/ key competencies:
You must be self-motivated and enthusiastic
You must be trustworthy and reliable
You must have strong communication skills (written and verbal)
You must take ownership and show initiative
You must be an innovative thinker
You must pay close attention to detail and be highly accurate
You must work well under pressure
You must be able to manage stress and maintain resilience when necessary
You must have good time and priority management skills
You must be able to work well in a team
You must be always willing to learn
You must be able to accept constructive feedback
You must be solution-seeking
You must be client-focused
You must maintain professional and ethical behaviour at all times
You must show entry-level leadership skills
You must have strong sense of community
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE GOLDER BURSARY
Applications must be submitted online at:
Golder Environmental Sciences Bursary Application 2022
Reference number: 21002770
Golder Engineering Bursary Application 2022
Reference number: 21002767
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):
ID Document (certified copy)
Matric certificate (certified copy)
Proof of university registration (certified copy)
Most recent tertiary academic transcript or progress report (certified copy)
Curriculum Vitae, with contact details (cellphone number and email address)
Signed letter of declaration stating that you are not in receipt of any other bursary or scholarship funding for 2020 or 2021
CLOSING DATE FOR THE GOLDER BURSARY
Applications are currently CLOSED.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER
For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Golder directly:
Tel: 011 254 4800
Email: rheath@golder.com / bbaxter@golder.co.za
Please do NOT contact Golder if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here:
https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/
This bursary listing was last updated in November 2021.
SA Bursaries wishes you the best of luck with your application! Please remember to SHARE this page with anyone you know who may be in need of bursary funding.
What's Covered
See description details.
Eligibility Criteria
See description details.
Application Requirements
See description details.
Important Dates
Application Deadline:
Feb 07, 2026
Bursary Details
Category:
Engineering
Study Level:
Any Level
Funding Type:
Full Funding
Reference:
BUR-3203DC4C