Wesizwe Platinum is expected to continue offering engineering internship opportunities for unemployed South African graduates and diploma holders who want practical mining industry experience in 2026. The programme is linked to the company’s ongoing skills development initiatives at the Bakubung Platinum Mine in the North West Province.
The internship programme is designed to help young graduates gain workplace exposure, technical training, and industry knowledge within the mining and engineering environment. Candidates who successfully join the programme usually receive structured on-the-job training under experienced professionals in different engineering departments.
Internship Location
The programme is expected to take place at:
Bakubung Platinum Mine
Main operations are based near Boshoek and Ledig in Rustenburg, North West Province.
Fields Offered
The engineering internship programme may include opportunities in the following fields:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering
- Engineering Maintenance
- Mine Planning and Technical Services
Wesizwe Platinum has previously focused on engineering-related skills development and mining technical training as part of its youth empowerment programmes.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants are generally expected to meet the following requirements:
- Must be a South African citizen
- Grade 12 / Matric certificate
- National Diploma or Degree in an engineering-related field
- Good communication skills in English
- Must be unemployed
- Willing to work in a mining environment
- Must be medically fit for mining work
- Computer literacy will be an advantage
- Ability to work under pressure and within a team
Candidates from local host communities around Rustenburg and the North West Province may receive preference during the recruitment process.
What Interns Can Expect
Successful applicants may receive:
- Practical workplace training
- Exposure to underground and surface mining operations
- Mentorship from experienced engineers
- Technical development opportunities
- Workplace safety training
- Exposure to mining machinery and maintenance systems
- Career growth opportunities within the mining industry
According to Wesizwe Platinum’s skills development programme, internships are aimed at improving employability while helping develop future engineering specialists for the mining sector.
Closing Date
The official 2026 closing date has not yet been fully confirmed publicly by the company. However, engineering internship opportunities at mining companies are usually advertised between May and August each year.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible once applications officially open.
Direct Email Application Link
Interested applicants can send their CVs and supporting documents directly to:Application for Wesizwe Platinum Engineering Internship Programme 2026
Application for Wesizwe Platinum Engineering Internship Programme 2026
You can also monitor the official careers page here:
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare certified copies of:
- South African ID
- Matric certificate
- Engineering qualification results
- Updated CV
- Proof of residence
- Any training certificates
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Contact Details
For enquiries regarding the internship programme:
- Telephone: +27 14 004 1030
- Email: info@wesizwe.com
Why Apply for the Wesizwe Platinum Internship?
Mining engineering internships remain among the best opportunities for South African graduates seeking work experience in heavy industry. Wesizwe Platinum continues investing in skills development and technical training to help build future professionals for the mining sector.
The internship programme gives candidates an opportunity to gain practical engineering exposure while working at one of South Africa’s developing platinum mining operations. Interns may also improve their future employability in mining, engineering maintenance, and mineral processing industries.