About Amazon:
Founded in 1994, Amazon is a multinational corporation with diverse interests, including artificial intelligence, consumer electronics, cloud computing, digital distribution, and e-commerce. It’s one of the world’s largest technology companies and is often referred to as one of the “Big Four” alongside other tech giants. Amazon, initially established by Jeff Bezos, started as an online marketplace for books and later expanded to offer a wide range of products and services. As of now, Amazon’s total operating income is approximately $24.879 billion.
Amazon Recruitment Bursary 2025-2026:
Amazon Development Center launched the Amazon Recruitment Bursary in 2018 to support individuals with disadvantaged backgrounds. Successful applicants for the bursary receive funding that covers various expenses, including accommodation, academic costs, tuition fees, and paid internships at Amazon.
During the internship, candidates are assessed for full-time permanent roles as Software Development Engineers (SDEs) at Amazon. As SDE interns, they have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills, contribute to projects, and grow their knowledge and network within Amazon. If extended a full-time SDE role, candidates work on global-scale problems and play a crucial role in designing and developing products for Amazon’s customers.
Bursary Coverage:
Funding from the Amazon Recruitment Bursary includes:
- A personal computer.
- Books and stationery.
- Residential or private accommodation.
- Subsistence.
- Transport.
- Tuition fees.
Eligibility Criteria for the Bursary:
To be eligible for the Amazon Recruitment Bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Degree Programmes: Computer Engineering, Computer Sciences, Information Technology, and Software Engineering.
- Must be third-year, fourth-year, or Honours students in 2025 at South African universities only.
- Academic Eligibility: Applicants must consistently maintain a minimum average of 65% or above.
- Career Plans: Applicants should express a desire to work at Amazon and pursue a career in software engineering development, as the bursary provides a fully paid internship opportunity at Amazon for assessment.
- Obligations: Selected applicants must complete a summer internship at Amazon, participate in training opportunities, and commit to accepting a full-term permanent role offered by Amazon if extended during the internship assessment. They must also commit to working for a number of years equivalent to the funding received.
- Citizenship: Only South African citizens are eligible for the Amazon Recruitment Bursary.
How to Apply for the Bursary:
To apply for the bursary, you can click here to apply online.
Documents Required:
The documents required for the Amazon Recruitment Bursary application include:
- Application essay addressing prompts related to personal background, achievements, strengths and weaknesses, choice of study program, and a personal statement.
- Refugee permit or ID copy.
- Signed consent form.
- Income certificates or death certificates of parents.
- Proof of acceptance or registration.
- Proof of address.
- National Senior Certificate.
- Full academic records (if applicable).
- Profile picture.
Closing Date of the Bursary:
The application period for the Amazon Recruitment Bursary began on June 1st and closes on September 10. Ensure that you submit your application before the closing date, as late applications will not be considered.
Contact Details:
For any inquiries or difficulties regarding the Amazon Recruitment Bursary, you can contact:
- Email: apply@studytrust.org.za
- Telephone Numbers: 011 403 1632 / 011 403 1130
- Fax: 086 567 5604
