Sibanye-Stillwater, one of South Africa’s leading international mining companies, is inviting applications from recently qualified graduates to join its 2026 Graduate Internship Programme under the Intern 18.2 structure. This is a structured workplace exposure opportunity available across the company’s Gold Free State and Gold West Wits operations, offering practical experience, professional mentorship, and industry-specific skills development within the mining sector.

About Sibanye-Stillwater

With operations spanning South Africa and the Americas, Sibanye-Stillwater is a significant contributor to the South African mining industry and a recognised employer of choice. The company maintains a strong commitment to youth development and graduate skills training, with its internship programmes serving as a gateway for young professionals seeking meaningful entry into the mining, finance, and environmental management sectors.

Available Internship Streams

The company is currently recruiting for the following three streams:

• Graduate Environmental Management Intern – Gold Free State Operations | Closing: 19 May 2026
• Graduate Finance Intern – Gold West Wits Operations | Closing: 22 May 2026
• Graduate Mine Survey Intern – Gold West Wits Operations | Closing: 22 May 2026

What You Will Do

Regardless of stream, interns will be expected to assist team members with projects and operational tasks, capture and report data accurately, comply with company policies and safety procedures, participate in developmental learning activities, compile progress reports, and complete all phases of the internship programme within the specified timeframe.

Stream-specific responsibilities include:

• Environmental Management: Supporting environmental compliance, sustainability initiatives, data capturing, and adherence to environmental legislation and procedures within an active mining operation.
• Finance: Gaining exposure to financial administration, reporting systems, data capturing, and the operational finance environment of a large-scale mining company.
• Mine Survey: Developing practical skills in surveying operations, compliance procedures, reporting, and communication within a mining context.

Minimum Requirements

• South African citizenship
• Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in the relevant field (Environmental Management, Geography, Finance, or Mine Survey) from a recognised South African university
• Medical fitness for the work environment
• Clear security screening records
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office)
• Numerical and analytical ability
• Basic report-writing skills
• Understanding of relevant legislation and statutory requirements
• A valid driver’s licence is advantageous for certain roles

What You Will Gain

Interns will benefit from structured developmental learning, mentorship from experienced professionals, exposure to large-scale operational systems, and a certificate of completion upon successfully fulfilling all programme requirements.

Closing Dates

• Environmental Management: 19 May 2026
• Finance & Mine Survey: 22 May 2026

Applications submitted after the closing date will not be considered. Should you not receive feedback within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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How to Apply

Submit your updated CV along with certified copies of your qualifications and ID through the official Sibanye-Stillwater careers portal.

APPLY NOW VIA THE OFFICIAL SIBANYE-STILLWATER CAREERS PORTAL

Sibanye-Stillwater is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups in line with the company’s Employment Equity Plan.