Are you a passionate student in your final year of undergraduate studies in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Software Engineering? The Amazon Bursary offers you a chance to fund your honours degree while gaining hands-on experience through an internship at Amazon’s Development Centre.
The bursary targets high-achieving students from disadvantaged backgrounds, this bursary covers tuition, accommodation, and more. It paves the way for a rewarding career in software development with Amazon.
About Amazon
Amazon South Africa is a subsidiary of Amazon international and offers a wide range of products to customers in South Africa, including books, electronics, clothing, and home goods. It also offers Prime, its premium subscription service that includes free two-day shipping on eligible orders, as well as access to Prime Video, Prime Music, and other benefits.
Amazon Development Centre South Africa (ADCSA) is Amazon’s software engineering hub on the African continent, responsible for building and maintaining technology solutions that serve millions of customers globally. The centre recruits Software Development Engineers and uses this bursary programme as its primary pipeline for identifying and developing South African tech talent from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.
Fields of Study Covered by the Amazon Bursary
Applicants for the bursary programme must be students entering into their final year undergraduates programme in 2027. They must proceed to an honours degree in 2028, after completing the internship programme.
Degree Qualifications:
- Information Systems
- Information Technology
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Data Science
- Software Engineering
- Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning
Eligibility Requirements
- Study Year: Entering into the final year of a three year degree or a third year of a four year degree
- Must be studying with the intention to complete an Honours degree in 2028.
- Only South Africa citizens can apply
Academic Performance:
- Currently enrolled students who are consistently obtaining an average of 65% and above.
Career Plans & Motivations:
- Applicants must display a clear motivation for Amazon, the field of software development engineering, and are seeking an opportunity to be assessed for a full-time permanent role to start upon completion of their studies.
Bursary Value & Benefits
- Tuition fees
- Residence/private accommodation
- Subsistence
- Books and stationery
- A personal computer
- Transport allowance
Contractual Obligations
- Successful bursary applicants are required to complete a paid internship programme (during summer vacation), and participate in training opportunities at Amazon.
- Successful applicants must commit to accepting a full-time permanent role if an offer is extended following the internship assessment.
- Full-time roles start after completion of studies and applicants must commit to working in their full-time role for the equivalent number of years funded.
- Bursary beneficiaries must be available to start their full-time employment in 2028.
How To Apply?
Apply online via Amazon Bursary Application 2027 official page. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis throughout the application period, and shortlisted candidates are contacted by StudyTrust for an additional assessment with Amazon.
Late submission will result in the disqualification of your application. Apply before the closing date.
Required Supporting Documents
To apply, submit clear, certified copies of the following documents with your online application. All are required, and missing documents may lead to disqualification:
- Your South African ID
- Matric certificate
- Complete academic record or transcripts
- Proof of parents’ or guardians’ income (payslips, employer letter, financial statements, or affidavit if unemployed)
- Death certificates of parents or guardians, if applicable
- Divorce certificate of parents or guardians, if applicable
- Sworn statement from parents or guardians, if separated
- Clear profile picture (head and shoulders)
- Proof of address
Closing Date
Application for the 2027 academic year open on 1 June to close on 30 September 2026. Late applications will not be considered by Amazon.
Bursary Contact Information
If you have issues while completing your application, contact Study Trust directly on:
- Telephone: 011 403 1632
- Emailaddress: apply@StudyTrust.org.za
- Contact page: https://studytrust.org.za/contact-us/
This article was last updated in June 2026.