Rio Tinto’s Richards Bay Minerals (RBM) is inviting applications from final-year University of Technology students for its 2026 Work Integrated Learning Programme (P1/P2). This is a structured, workplace-based learning opportunity designed to bridge the gap between academic study and professional practice — giving qualifying learners the real-world, on-the-job experience they need to complete their qualifications and launch meaningful careers in the mining and minerals sector.
About the Programme
The P1/P2 Work Integrated Learning Programme places learners within the dynamic operational environment of Richards Bay Minerals, one of South Africa’s leading producers of titanium minerals and zircon. Participants will be exposed to practical, discipline-specific work aligned with their institutional curriculum requirements, gaining both technical competence and professional development in a world-class mining setting.
This is more than a placement — it is a deliberate investment in the future of South African youth, offering structured mentorship, industry exposure, and the hands-on experience that sets graduates apart in a competitive job market.
Fields of Study
Applications are welcomed from students enrolled in the following areas:
- Engineering disciplines
- Humanities disciplines
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this programme, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Unemployed South African youth
- Final-year student registered at a University of Technology
- Grade 12 / Matric certificate
- National Driver’s Licence (minimum Code B)
- Must not have previously completed Work Experience (P1/P2 or Vacation Work), whether SETA-funded or company-funded
- P1/P2 must be a formal graduation requirement at the applicant’s institution
- Domicile address must fall within the King Cetshwayo District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal
Required Application Documents
Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documentation:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- A stamped letter from the University of Technology confirming the P1/P2 requirement (minimum 12 months)
- Academic transcripts
- Certified copy of Identity Document
- Certified copy of Grade 12 certificate
- Proof of residential address within the King Cetshwayo District Municipality
Why Rio Tinto?
Rio Tinto is one of the world’s leading mining and metals companies, operating in 35 countries across a wide range of settings — from mines and smelters to research facilities, data centres, and operations powered by artificial intelligence. At RBM, you will work alongside experienced professionals in a company that is deeply committed to respect, inclusion, and the development of the communities in which it operates.
For South African youth from the KwaZulu-Natal region, this programme represents a rare and genuine opportunity to gain industry-recognised experience, build a professional network, and take a decisive step toward a rewarding career in the resources sector.
How to Apply
Do not miss this opportunity to gain the practical experience your qualification requires and your career demands.
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