Sibanye-Stillwater Graduate Internships 2026 offer a great chance for recent South African graduates to start their careers in mining. This program gives hands-on experience, training, and guidance in a real work setting. If you have a degree in fields like finance, survey, or metallurgy, these internships could be your next step.
Program Overview
Sibanye-Stillwater runs this graduate internship program to help unemployed South African graduates gain skills in the mining industry. The internships take place at Gold West Wits Operations and Region Services SA Office of CRO SA in South Africa. Applications close on 22 May 2026, so mark your calendar.
The program includes structured training, mentorship, and chances to grow professionally. Interns work with experienced teams in a busy mining environment. This setup helps build real-world knowledge tied to your studies.
Available Internship Positions
Sibanye-Stillwater has three main internship spots open for 2026. Each one targets a specific field and lasts as a temporary role. Here are the details.
Intern 18.2 Graduate Finance
This position has reference number Rul AD0015871 and requisition Rul 0070991. It is for one person.
You need a Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Finance. Plus, you must be a South African citizen, studied at a recognized South African university, have a clear security record, and be medically fit for mining work.
Intern 18.2 Graduate Survey
Reference number Rul AD0015872 and requisition Rul 0070992. One spot available.
Requirements include an Advanced Diploma or Degree in Mine Survey. Other needs match the finance role: South African citizenship, local university study, clear security check, and medical fitness for mining.
Intern 18.2 Graduate Metallurgy
Reference SGEOAD0015873 and requisition SGEO0070993. One position.
You need an NQF Level 7 qualification like a Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Metallurgy, Mining, or a related field. Additional rules include South African citizenship, study from a recognized local institution, medical fitness, clear security record, and a valid driver’s license if needed. Only South African qualifications count.
Key Responsibilities
Interns will join development programs and finish training phases on time. They help teams with projects and daily tasks. Duties include recording data, reporting progress, following company rules, and safety standards.
You will also join safety, health, and environment (SHE) efforts, support compliance, and handle risk tasks. This builds strong work habits in a team setting.
Skills and Qualities Needed
Look for these traits in strong applicants: clear communication, analytical skills, focus on details, teamwork, professionalism, eagerness to learn, problem-solving, and comfort in tough settings. These help you succeed in mining.
Employment Equity and Inclusion
Sibanye-Stillwater values diversity, equal chances, and employment equity. They favor candidates from designated groups per their plan. Support is available for people with disabilities.
Selection Process
The hiring steps may cover pre-screening, psychometric tests, panel interviews, security checks, and medical exams. If no response comes in 14 days after 22 May 2026, assume you did not move forward.
For questions, contact HR’s Evelyn Matloga at 011 278 9664 or recruitment’s Sibongile Ncayo.
How to Apply
Apply online through the official link: Apply Online. Submit all documents before the deadline. Late or incomplete applications might not count. Stick to graduates from recognized South African schools.
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