Rand Refinery Invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Graduate Internship Programme vacancies. The closing date for applications is not specified.
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa – the heart of South Africa’s precious‑metal industry.
About the Rand Refinery Graduate Programme
Rand Refinery is one of the world’s biggest single‑site places where gold, silver and other precious metals are melted and turned into high‑quality products.
They want recent graduates who are eager to learn and ready to grow. The programme is 18 months long and gives you hands‑on work, learning courses and a mentor who will help you every step of the way.
What the Programme Gives You
The internship mixes real work with guided learning. You can look forward to:
- Work‑readiness workshops to help you feel confident when you go job hunting.
- A chance to work in a fast‑paced, special environment.
- A structured plan that tracks your progress and shows what you’ve achieved.
- Mentors from different teams to answer questions and share their experience.
- Regular feedback so you can keep improving.
After 18 months you’ll know how the industry works and you’ll have stronger skills to compete in the market.
Graduate Opportunities – Two Main Paths
Rand Refinery offers two main tracks for this year’s programme.
1. Commercial Graduate Programme
You need to have one of these degrees or diplomas:
- BCom in Supply Chain or Logistics
- Bachelor in International Trade, Auditing or Risk Management
- Degree in Environmental Science
- Diploma in Safety Management
- Bachelor of Marketing
- Bachelor of Computing / Data Science
- BTech or National Diploma in IT (Applications, Asset Management or Data)
- BA / BCom / Honours in Psychology
- BCom in Accounting or Finance
This track is perfect if you like commercial work, data, sustainability or finance.
2. Engineering‑in‑Training (EIT) Graduate Programme
Candidates must have studied one of these fields:
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering
- Analytical Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
Here you’ll work at a world‑class plant, solving real problems under the guidance of experienced engineers.
Minimum Application Requirements
Every applicant must send:
- A two‑page CV that shows your studies and achievements.
- A certified copy of your ID.
- A certified copy of your Matric certificate.
- Certified copies of all other academic records and certificates.
- An Excel spreadsheet with your module marks and overall average (you must have at least 75 %).
Important: Without the spreadsheet your application will not be considered.
How to Build the Excel Sheet
- List every completed subject or module.
- Write your final mark next to the subject.
- Divide the sum of all marks by the number of subjects to find your average.
How to Apply
- Choose your track.
- Click the link that matches your stream:
Engineering‑in‑Training Programme –
https://randrefinery.mcidirecthire.com/Graduate/External/Application?Ref=TEkBhDYErs0qhHgueWeCgt_yRI-cnPLR1MRk1RR6CpovtNnuiVlYCxkOUAzXEEVwfpmjdnmq_rFrDulk8zr77hkKB8v8y8Y3r2rDNYs72WlZZ_K24dsRqSbCHBjEsO1BGzdpPnYWVXPZs9D_rjJXKw
- Fill in the form and upload all required documents in the correct format.
- Click submit. Only those who are shortlisted will hear from Rand Refinery.
Why This Programme Is a Big Deal for Young Professionals
The Graduate Internship is not just a temporary job. It is a launchpad that helps you become confident, capable and ready for a full‑time role.
Rand Refinery’s focus on training young talent shows that they care about South Africa’s future workforce and want you to help shape the mining and metals industry with new ideas.
Ready to start a career that could last a lifetime?
Apply now to the Rand Refinery Graduate Internship Programme and step into one of South Africa’s most respected industrial companies.