SOLA has opened its 2025/2026 Bursaries program and is inviting applicants to apply now. All interested applicants should apply using the details below.
Bursary Application closing date is 30 August 2025/2026
ENGINEERING BURSARY 2025/2026
- Are you currently studying towards a BEng or BSc Electrical Engineering in a Cape Town based institution?
- Will you be in your final year of study in 2025/2026?
- Are you a South African citizen from a previously disadvantaged background?
- Have you done an assignment/ project (whether academic or in your personal capacity in solar PV?
- Do you have what it takes to work in a dynamic, entrepreneurial and fastpaced environment?
If you answered yes to all these questions, you should apply for SOLA’s Engineering Bursary!
The following opportunities will be made available to you, in addition to receiving R75 000* towards your final year Engineering tuition:
- Paid vacation work opportunities with a small stipend to assist with yourtraveling expenses to the office
- On-the-job training assisting with solar feasibility studies and solar PV designs
- Opportunities to learn about the full value chain of the solar PV industry in South Africa
- An experienced Engineer to mentor and guide you along the journey of becoming a skilled Engineer
- After successful completion of your studies, you will be appointed as a Graduate Engineer on a fixed term basis.
- The ability to have fun, expand your network and grow from the exposure gained at one of South Africa’s largest and most trusted solar PV companies
How to apply
To apply, complete short screening questionnaire by clicking here.
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