Sibanye-Stillwater has opened applications for its Graduate Internship Programme 2026, offering opportunities for graduates in Environmental Management, Finance, and Mine Survey.
The programme is aimed at helping graduates build professional skills, gain hands-on industry exposure, and better understand how large-scale mining operations function within South Africa.
Available Internship Opportunities
Sibanye-Stillwater is recruiting graduates in the following fields:
1. Graduate Internship – Environmental Management
Placement: Gold Free State Operations
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in:
- Environmental Management
- Geography
- Related environmental qualification
What You May Be Exposed To:
Successful interns may gain experience in:
- Environmental reporting and compliance
- Sustainability initiatives
- Data collection and reporting
- Environmental programme implementation
- Workplace environmental systems and legislation
This opportunity is suited for graduates interested in environmental sustainability, compliance, and environmental systems within the mining sector.
Best Before: 19 May 2026
2. Graduate Internship – Finance
Placement: Gold West Wits Operations
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in:
- Finance
- Related financial qualification
Only qualifications from recognised South African institutions will be considered.
What You May Be Exposed To
Interns may gain practical experience in:
- Financial reporting
- Administrative finance processes
- Data analysis and capturing
- Project support activities
- Corporate financial systems
The Finance Internship Programme is designed for graduates who want practical experience in financial administration, reporting, and business operations within the mining industry.
Best Before: 22 May 2026
3. Graduate Internship – Mine Survey
Placement: Gold West Wits Operations
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
Advanced Diploma or Degree in:
- Mine Survey
- Related qualification
What You May Be Exposed To
Successful candidates may gain exposure to:
- Mine surveying procedures
- Reporting and measurements
- Mining operational systems
- Compliance and workplace support functions
- Technical workplace reporting
This opportunity is ideal for graduates interested in mine surveying, measurements, and mining operational systems.
Best Before: 22 May 2026
What Interns Will Be Expected to Do
Participants across all internship streams will be expected to:
- Support teams with operational projects
- Assist with data capturing and reporting
- Participate in structured workplace learning
- Follow workplace safety and company procedures
- Compile reports and progress updates
- Work under supervision and mentorship
General Requirements
Applicants should meet the following criteria:
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must have studied at a recognised South African institution
- Must be medically fit for the work environment
- Must pass required security screening processes
- Basic computer literacy, especially Microsoft Office
- Good numerical and analytical abilities
- Basic report-writing skills
For some roles, a valid driver’s licence may be advantageous.
Why you should apply?
The Sibanye-Stillwater Internship Programme provides graduates with an opportunity to:
- Gain practical mining industry experience
- Receive mentorship and workplace support
- Develop technical and professional skills
- Improve long-term employability
- Build real workplace exposure in a leading mining company
How to apply for Sibanye-Stillwater Internship Programme
Interested applicants should:
- Follow the application portal provided below
- Select the option that best align with your qualifications
- Attach the supporting documents
- Complete all required fields
- Apply as instructed
APPLY HERE FOR SIBANYE-STILLWATER INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
Crucial Matters
- Apply before the relevant deadline to avoid missing out on these graduate opportunities.
- Incomplete application will be disqualified
- Short-listed applicants will be notified
Final Say:
These internships opportunities fall under the company’s Intern 18.2 Programme and are designed to support graduate development through structured workplace learning. The programme focuses on helping graduates gain practical industry knowledge while improving workplace readiness and professional confidence.
