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Implats Vacation Work Programme 2026: Requirements, Eligibility and Closing Date
Impala Platinum (Implats) has opened its 2026 Vacation Work Programme, giving students hands-on work exposure over the December and January holiday period. Before you get too far into planning your application, there is one detail that matters more than anything else on this listing: it is restricted to the children of current Implats employees.
We are covering it anyway because searches for “Implats vacation work” and “Implats internships” spike every year, and a lot of students waste time preparing applications for a programme they are not eligible for. Below is exactly who can apply, what is required, and what to look out for if you are searching for similar opportunities and do not qualify for this one.
Who Can Apply for the Implats Vacation Work Programme?
This round is not open to the general public. Eligibility is limited to:
- Children of employees at Impala Platinum Refineries, Head Office, or BIIS
- The employee-parent must be registered on Implats’ internal SAP system
- The applying student must be a full-time student at a recognised tertiary institution
- The student’s first year of tertiary study must be completed in 2026, at NQF level 5 or above
- Applicants must be willing to undergo a medical examination as part of the process
If you do not have a parent or guardian employed at Implats in one of the listed divisions, you will not be eligible for this specific intake, regardless of your academic record.
Key Dates
- Date of distribution: 19 August 2026
- Closing date: 28 August 2026
- Department: Human Resources | General
- Location: Springs, South Africa
Because the closing date falls only days after distribution, eligible applicants should not delay. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
What the Programme Involves
Successful students are placed in temporary work over the December and January holiday period, with Implats aiming to match placements to each student’s field of study wherever possible. The goal is practical, industry-relevant exposure rather than general admin work.
Documents You Will Need
Eligible applicants must submit a single, combined document containing:
- A completed Vacation Work Application form
- A short CV
- A certified copy of your ID
- Proof of studies (a statement of results)
- Proof of banking details (a letter from your bank, bank-stamped)
- Your SARS registration number
All documents must be combined into one file and uploaded through the internal vacancy portal, either via the intranet, the Springs vacancies page, or Let’s Talk. Applications submitted as separate files or missing any of the above will not be considered.
Other Requirements to Know
- Internal applicants must inform their manager or supervisor before applying.
- Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete psychometric assessments.
- If you have not heard back within 30 days of the closing date, your application should be considered unsuccessful.
- Preference is given to candidates from designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Act and Implats’ own equity plan.
- Implats has issued a fraud alert confirming it will never ask applicants for cash deposits or payments at any stage of recruitment.
If You Don’t Qualify for This Intake
If you are not the child of an Implats employee, this specific programme is not for you, but the mining and resources sector runs similar vacation work and graduate programmes each year through companies like Anglo American, Sibanye-Stillwater, Exxaro and Northam Platinum. Keep your CV, transcript and supporting documents ready year-round so you can move quickly when an open (non-restricted) intake is advertised.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone apply for the Implats Vacation Work Programme? No. This intake is restricted to the children of current Implats employees at Refineries, Head Office or BIIS, registered on the company’s internal SAP system.
When does the Implats Vacation Work Programme close? Applications close on 28 August 2026.
What year of study is required? Applicants must have completed their first year of tertiary study in 2026, at NQF level 5 or above.
Is this a paid position? Yes, vacation students are temporarily employed for the December and January holiday period, with proof of banking details required as part of the application.
Will I need to do a medical exam? Yes, applicants are subject to a medical examination as part of the selection process.
Visit the official website to apply online
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