Nestlé Future Talent Bursary

Fields of study

Bursaries will be awarded for studies within the following fields

• Agriculture
• Brand Management
• Computer Science
• Data Analysis
• Digital / E-commerce
• Engineering
• Food Science & Technology
• Information Technology
• Innovation
• Media Communications
• Social Media Marketing

Who can apply

• Be between 17 and 25 years old
• Have completed Matric
• Be studying or applying to study on a full-time basis, towards a qualification in one of the fields listed above
• Be studying or applying/ registered to study at an accredited learning institution in South Africa
• Have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% in Matric
• Current tertiary students: you must have maintained a minimum overall average of 65% for the previous year of study

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Most recent academic results (on institutions letterhead)
• Proof of university registration or admission (on institutions letterhead)

Full bursary documents checklist

How to apply

1. Check the requirements

   Make sure you meet every requirement listed above. Applications that miss one are usually rejected automatically.

2. Prepare your documents

   Scan clear copies of everything the provider asks for, certified where required.

3. Apply through the official channel
   Nestlé Future Talent Bursary Application 2026

   Applications must be submitted online at: Nestlé Future Talent Bursary Application 2026
   Use the following code when applying: Nestle 2026

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around January. Late applications are almost never accepted.

Applications for the current cycle have closed. This bursary usually opens again each year, so prepare your documents now and check back.

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About Nestlé Future Talent

Nestlé is the world's largest food and beverage company, with factories and a large workforce in South Africa.