The Shoprite Group has opened applications for its 2026 bursary programme, offering financial support and a guaranteed pathway into employment for ambitious students in Retail Business Management, Accounting, Supply Chain and Logistics, and Biological and Agricultural Sciences.
The bursary covers tuition and accommodation, includes a monthly grocery allowance, provides wellbeing support services through the Group’s Employee Assistance Programme, and incorporates a work-back agreement ensuring a direct transition from graduation into employment within the company.
Each bursary includes a work-back agreement, guaranteeing graduates job opportunities with the Shoprite Group – creating a secure pathway from study to career with one of South Africa’s leading retailers. These bursaries focus on scarce and high-demand fields such as food science, chartered accounting, supply chain and logistics, biological and agricultural sciences, and retail business management. By aligning education with industry needs, Shoprite enhances employability and unlocks growth opportunities in retail and ecommerce. Applications open twice a year, in February and July, for the following academic year.
WHO CAN APPLY FOR A SHOPRITE BURSARY?
- South African youth under 27 years
- Registered for undergraduate or post-graduate degree study at an accredited university
REQUIREMENTS
Shoprite bursaries are available in various categories of study, each with its own qualifying criteria. For detailed requirements and to apply, visit the individual bursary pages.
APPLY ONLINE
CLOSING DATE: 31 MAY 2026
