FMCSA Ford Bursary Requirements and Online Application

Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (FMCSA) offers a bursary programme aimed at final-year students in key fields of study. 

The goal is to support talented students to complete their studies and to provide a pathway into the company’s graduate trainee programme.

Eligibility requirements for the FMCSA Ford Bursary

Applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:

1. Must be a South African citizen.
2. Must have completed Matric and be registered full-time at a recognised tertiary institution in South Africa.
3. Must be in their final year of study (undergraduate) in one of the approved fields: Finance, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, or Purchasing.
4. Must have strong academic results.
5. Some sources indicate the bursary may support postgraduate level where applicable, though this is less clearly stated.

Application process for the FMCSA Ford Bursary

To apply:

1. Download the application form
2. Submit certified copies of documents, including: ID document, Matric certificate, full academic record, and CV. File sizes may be limited (e.g., 1 MB).
3. E-mail your completed form and documents to recrui14@ford.com, using the subject line format “Bursary – [Field of Study]” (e.g., “Bursary – Industrial Engineering” or “Bursary – Finance”).
4. Shortlisted candidates may be considered for FMCSA’s Graduate Trainee Programme after graduation.

Closing date for the FMCSA Ford Bursary

There is no published closing date for the 2026 cycle. 

Applicants are advised to apply early and verify current information with FMCSA directly.

Contact details for the FMCSA Ford Bursary

• E-mail: recrui14@ford.com
• Telephone: 086 001 1022
• Website: www.ford.co.za

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