Amazon Operations Bursary

Who can apply

• You must be a South African citizen
• You must be studying or have finished studying towards an undergraduate degree qualification, within one of the fields listed above
• You must be entering your final year of a 4-year degree or Honours degree (NQF 8), in 2027
• You must be studying on a full-time basis
• You must have achieved and maintained a minimum overall of 70% in the 2025 final and 2026 first semester examinations
• You must have proven financial need

How to apply

Applications are submitted directly to Amazon Operations - we do not collect applications. Read the eligibility criteria, prepare your supporting documents, then complete your application on the official page.

Full details

Amazon Operations Bursary South Africa 2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE AMAZON BURSARY COVER?

Amazon Commercial Services (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd is inviting students to apply for the Amazon Operations Bursary, for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for undergraduate final year studies or Honours degree studies, within the following fields:

• Data Science / Data Analytics
• Finance
• Industrial Engineering
• Logistics / Transportation Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Operations Management
• Statistics

WHAT EXPENSES DOES THE AMAZON BURSARY COVER?

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses, up to a capped amount: tuition fees, accommodation in university residence or private accommodation, stationery and books, personal computer and living allowance (subsistence).

Bursaries will be awarded based on 2 main criteria: academic merit and financial need.

WHAT ARE THE OBLIGATIONS OF THE AMAZON BURSARY?

After graduation, bursary recipients will join Amazon as interns in 2028.

WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE AMAZON BURSARY?

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE AMAZON BURSARY?

Applications must be submitted online at: Amazon Operations Bursary Application 2027

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Amazon bursary.

Applicants must read the StudyTrust bursary instructions page before applying.

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED FOR THE AMAZON BURSARY?

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory - if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

• South African ID document (certified copy)
• Full academic record/ transcripts (certified copy)
• Parents or guardians proof of income (latest payslips or letter from employer if employed, latest financial statements if self-employed, affidavit if unemployed) (certified copy)
• Parents or guardians death certificates, if deceased (certified copy)
• Parents or guardians divorce certificate, if divorced (certified copy)
• Parents or guardians sworn statement, if separated (certified copy)
• Profile picture (clear head and shoulders photo)
• Proof of address (certified copy)

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE AMAZON BURSARY?

30 September 2026.

(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted - please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)

HOW CAN I CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER?

For any queries related to these bursary programmes, please contact StudyTrust (the administrators for this bursary) directly:

Bursary enquiries

• Tel: 011 403 1632
• Email: [email protected]
• Contact page: https://studytrust.org.za/contact-us/

WHAT DOES AMAZON DO?

Amazon Commercial Services (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd forms part of Amazon’s growing operations in South Africa, supporting the company’s e-commerce activities and customer experience in the local market. Through its retail, marketplace, vendor and logistics operations, the business works across several areas of Amazon’s South African operations, from helping customers access a wide selection of products to supporting sellers and ensuring efficient order fulfilment and delivery.

The company also provides opportunities across a diverse range of career fields, including operations, supply chain, marketing, retail, finance, analytics and business management. Its South African teams work in a fast-paced environment where technology, data and customer-focused thinking play an important role in developing and improving the online shopping experience. Amazon Commercial Services has operations and career opportunities in locations including Cape Town and Johannesburg.

For students interested in building careers in technology, business, e-commerce and related fields, Amazon’s presence in South Africa provides exposure to an international company operating within a rapidly developing digital economy. Its focus on innovation, problem-solving and continuous improvement also makes the company a notable organisation for students researching bursary and career opportunities.

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