Eastplats Mine is inviting unemployed South African graduates to apply for its Internship Programme 2025/26, offering exceptional opportunities across key disciplines such as Mining, Laboratory, Metallurgy, Human Resources, Hygiene, Finance, Communications, and Safety.
Internship Closing Date: 27 October 2025
Location: South Africa
This programme demonstrates Eastplats Mine’s ongoing commitment to skills development, transformation, and youth empowerment within the mining industry.
About the Eastplats Mine Internship Programme
The Eastplats Mine Internship Programme provides graduates with hands-on experience, professional mentorship, and structured training in various technical and corporate fields.
Aligned with the company’s Employment Equity Policy, this initiative promotes inclusive participation and equal access to opportunities, ensuring the development of a skilled workforce for South Africa’s future mining and industrial sectors.
Available Fields of Study
Internship placements are available in the following areas:
- Mining
- Laboratory
- Metallurgy
- Human Resources
- Hygiene
- Finance
- Communications
- Safety
These opportunities are designed to provide participants with exposure to real-world operations, from underground mining to plant-based environments.
Who Can Apply?
To qualify for the Eastplats Mine Internship Programme 2025/26, applicants must:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Be an unemployed graduate.
- Hold a relevant degree or diploma in one of the listed fields.
- Possess a valid certificate of fitness (Red Ticket) and be medically fit for duty.
- Be willing and able to work in environments such as underground operations or concentrator plants.
- Submit a comprehensive CV, certified copy of ID, and academic transcripts.
Preference will be given to candidates in line with Eastplats Mine’s Employment Equity Policy.
Responsibilities and Expectations
Successful candidates will be expected to:
- Exhibit professionalism and commitment throughout the internship.
- Undergo and pass a medical fitness examination during onboarding.
- Comply with all Eastplats Mine workplace policies and safety regulations.
- Participate actively in training, mentoring, and operational activities.
- Demonstrate initiative and a strong desire to learn within their field.
Application Process
1. Email Submissions
Send your application, quoting the reference number: IP 251013, to:
📧 hrvacancy@eastplats.co.za
2. Hand Deliveries
Submit your CV through recognized ward councillors or their delegates at the Eastplats Mine Human Resources Department, strictly on Tuesdays and Thursdays before the closing date.
Required Documents:
- Comprehensive CV
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified academic results / qualifications
- Proof of medical fitness (if available)
⚠️ Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive feedback within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Why Apply?
Joining Eastplats Mine’s Internship Programme means gaining:
- Practical industry experience within a leading mining operation.
- Mentorship from experienced professionals.
- A pathway to build a sustainable and competitive career in mining or related fields.
- The opportunity to contribute to South Africa’s economic development through the mining sector.
This internship is more than a placement — it’s your chance to become part of a company that values innovation, diversity, and growth.
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