Amazon Undergraduate Bursary Programme
Amazon (administered by StudyTrust)
Amazon funds South African undergraduate students in technology fields who are entering their final academic years. The programme is administered by StudyTrust and combines full cost-of-study funding with a mandatory paid Amazon internship, mentorship, and a possible pathway into a full-time Software Development Engineer role after graduation.
- Amount
- Full cost of study + paid internship
- Deadline
- 30 September 2026
- Renewable
- Yes
Eligible Fields of Study
Amazon (administered by StudyTrust) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Academic average of 65% or higher
- ✓ Registered at a recognised South African university
- ✓ Entering your final academic years of undergraduate study in 2027
- ✓ Studying towards a technology-related degree
- ✓ Demonstrate financial need
What's Included
- ✓ Tuition fees covered
- ✓ Accommodation and subsistence
- ✓ Books and stationery allowance
- ✓ Computer allowance
- ✓ Transport allowance
- ✓ Mandatory paid Amazon internship
- ✓ Mentorship from Amazon engineers
- ✓ Possible pathway to a full-time Software Development Engineer role
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Amazon (administered by StudyTrust) bursary application
- 1
Apply online through StudyTrust, which administers the bursary on Amazon's behalf
- 2
Complete the online application form between 1 June and 30 September 2026
- 3
Upload certified academic transcripts
- 4
Submit proof of household income
- 5
Complete the assessment stage if shortlisted
- 6
Attend an interview if invited
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified ID copy
- 📄 Certified matriculation certificate
- 📄 Certified university academic record
- 📄 Proof of household income
- 📄 Curriculum vitae
- 📄 Motivational letter
Frequently Asked Questions
- When do Amazon bursary applications open and close?
- Applications for the 2027 academic year run from 1 June 2026 to 30 September 2026. Late applications are not accepted, so submit well before the closing date.
- Who administers the Amazon bursary?
- StudyTrust manages the application and selection process on Amazon's behalf. You apply through StudyTrust, not directly to Amazon. Enquiries go to [email protected] or +27 11 403 1632.
- What academic average do I need?
- You need a minimum academic average of 65% or higher and must maintain it to keep the bursary.
- Is the internship compulsory?
- Yes. The paid Amazon internship is a mandatory part of the programme and gives you practical experience alongside your studies.
Ready to apply?
Applications close on 30 September 2026
Apply on Amazon (administered by StudyTrust)'s official siteNeed help? Contact Amazon (administered by StudyTrust):
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 011 403 1632
Information verified 2026-07-22. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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