Nestlé Future Talent 2026 Bursary
The Nestlé Future Talent Bursary is an initiative by Nestlé to support talented young students by providing financial assistance for their studies. Designed to nurture future leaders, this bursary focuses on students who show academic promise and a passion for contributing to society. The program aims to empower the next generation by easing financial constraints, allowing recipients to focus on their studies and professional development in fields that align with Nestlé’s values and goals.
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
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):
- You must be between 17 and 25 years old
- You must have completed Matric or be awaiting results
- You must be studying or applying to study on a full-time basis, towards a qualification in one of the fields listed above
- You must be studying or applying/ registered to study at an accredited learning institution in South Africa
- You must 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
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):
- ID document (certified copy)
- Most recent academic results (on institution’s letterhead)
- Proof of university registration or admission (on institution’s letterhead)
How to apply:
Closing date: 9 January 2026.