Learnerships & Apprenticeships
Power Construction 2026 Civil Engineering Bursary Programme – Build Your Future Now
Power Construction (Pty) Ltd invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Civil Engineering Bursary Programme 2026 vacancies. The closing date for applications is 30 January 2026.
What Is This Bursary?
The 2026 Civil Engineering Bursary gives students a chance to earn money while learning to build roads, bridges and other big projects in South Africa. It is meant for people who want a long‑term job in civil construction.
Quick Facts
- Program: Power Construction Civil Engineering Bursary 2026
- Company: Power Construction (Pty) Ltd – a leading construction and building firm
- Field: Civil Engineering (BSc or BEng)
- Who can apply? Current students at an accredited university
- Work‑back: Yes – you sign a bursary agreement and will work for the company after you finish your degree
- Extras that help: Driver’s licence (Code 08) and speaking another South African language
- Docs needed: CV, ID, academic record, licence (if you have one)
- Outcome notice: If you don’t hear back within 30 days after the closing date, your application is probably not successful.
What Does the Bursary Cover?
Typical civil engineering bursaries cover one or more of the following. This one does not list exact amounts, so ask when you get shortlisted:
- Part of or full tuition fees
- Books and study materials
- Room and board in some cases
- A small allowance sometimes
- Hands‑on training on real construction sites if you sign the work‑back agreement
Who Should Apply?
Power Construction is looking for students who:
- Are studying BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering at an accredited university.
- Want to work inside a construction company, not just in theory. This means you’re ready for site visits, teamwork and deadlines.
- Enjoy solving real problems like weak soil, drainage issues, and design changes.
- Know how to use Microsoft Excel well – you’ll use it for planning, cost estimates and reporting.
- Can talk and listen well with supervisors, engineers, clients and others on the job.
- Can work on their own and take initiative – projects often need people who act quickly.
- Have shown leadership, whether in class projects, student groups or volunteer work.
- Are willing to travel to sites that may be far from big cities.
Extra Advantages That May Boost Your Chances
- Code 08 driver’s licence – it shows you can travel to different job sites.
- Speaking another South African language – it helps you communicate with a diverse crew.
How to Apply
Submit the following documents through the online portal:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of your ID
- Certified copy of your full academic record
- Copy of your driver’s licence (if you have one)
Tips before you submit:
- Make sure your CV is fresh and lists your current year of study and any project work.
- All documents should be clear, fully signed and not just a partial screenshot.
- Name each file simply, e.g.,
CV_YourName.pdf,ID_YourName.pdf,Academic_YourName.pdf.
Apply for the Power Construction Civil Engineering Bursary Programme 2026
How to Make Your Application Stand Out
- Tailor your CV: Highlight your civil engineering qualification, university, year and key skills such as Excel, teamwork and leadership.
- Show Excel skill: Instead of “Microsoft Office”, list “Excel – formulas, charts, filtering, data reporting”.
- Demonstrate leadership: Mention any group projects you led, student societies or community tutoring.
- Say you’re ready to travel: The job may require work on different sites – let the recruiter know.
- Apply early and neatly: Missing documents or messy files often lead to rejection. Submit a clean application to make it easier for the recruiter.
What Happens After You Get the Bursary?
- While you’re a student you’ll learn the theory.
- As a bursary holder you’ll get real‑world exposure, mentorship and networking inside the company.
- After graduation you could start as a Graduate Civil Engineer, Junior Site Engineer or Assistant Project Engineer.
- With experience you can progress to roles like Project Manager, Contracts Manager or Senior Engineer.
- Long‑term, you may lead big infrastructure projects and gain professional recognition.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can high school students apply? No, you must be a current civil engineering student at an accredited university.
- What degree does it support? BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering.
- Is a driver’s licence required? It’s not mandatory, but it helps you stand out.
- Will it guarantee a job? The bursary includes a work‑back agreement, but it doesn’t guarantee employment for everyone.
- What documents do I need? Updated CV, certified ID, full academic record, driver’s licence copy (if you have one).
- What if I don’t hear back? If no response within 30 days after the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful.
- Do I need perfect grades? No set minimum is mentioned – focus on showing potential, motivation and meeting the requirements.
Closing Date: 30 January 2026
