BP’s Graduate Programme in South Africa offers an exceptional graduate internship 2025 opportunity designed to empower and guide the next generation of talent. Based in key cities like Johannesburg and Cape Town, this programme provides internship opportunities for students eager to launch their careers in a dynamic and innovative environment. Through hands-on training and mentorship, participants in these South Africa internships 2025 will gain valuable industry insights and practical experience, setting the foundation for a successful future in the energy sector.
Graduate Programmes with BP Southern Africa
Joining our graduate programme means stepping into an exciting world of opportunities where you’ll shoulder real responsibilities from day one. With our structured development support, you’ll be empowered to choose your own path while transitioning seamlessly from university life to becoming a professional in your discipline.
Available Graduate Positions for 2025
1. Mechanical Engineering
- Requirements:
- Honor’s degree in mechanical engineering from a recognized university.
- Good academic record (minimum average of 65%).
- Less than one year of post-qualification experience.
- Strong leadership, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
- Legally authorized to work in South Africa.
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive (commensurate with skills and qualifications).
- Benefits:
- Health and retirement plans.
- Paid vacation and public holidays.
- Flexible working hours.
- Access to wellness centres and gyms.
- Development Focus:
- Building foundational technical knowledge.
- Applying skills in real business environments.
- Personal effectiveness training.
2. Industrial Engineering and Information Systems
- Requirements:
- Honor’s degree in industrial engineering or information systems.
- Strong academic performance (minimum average of 65%).
- Legally authorized to work in South Africa.
- Ability to perform under pressure and communicate effectively.
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive (aligned with your qualifications).
- Benefits:
- Health coverage and retirement plans.
- Professional guidance on health and wellbeing matters.
- Flexible scheduling and access to wellness facilities.
- Development Focus:
- Harnessing data management and process improvement skills.
- Transitioning to work within your discipline.
3. Marketing, Sales, and Communications
- Requirements:
- Honor’s degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.
- Proven leadership and collaborative abilities.
- Legally eligible to work in South Africa.
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive (based on qualifications and experience).
- Benefits:
- Paid leave for personal occasions, such as marriage.
- Comprehensive health and wellness plans.
- Flexible work culture to accommodate creativity.
- Development Focus:
- Enhancing public relations and client interaction skills.
- Coaching to build your confidence and adaptability.
4. Industrial Psychology
- Requirements:
- Honor’s degree in industrial psychology.
- Minimum academic average of 65%.
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership traits.
- Eligible to work in South Africa.
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive (based on your experience level).
- Benefits:
- Legal and professional support resources.
- Fitness and wellbeing facilities.
- Paid vacation and flexible hours.
- Development Focus:
- Real-world application of organizational behavior knowledge.
- Structured non-technical skill development sessions.
5. Supply Chain and Economics
- Requirements:
- Honor’s degree in supply chain, economics, or a related discipline.
- Academic average of at least 65%.
- Proven ability to tackle challenges and work collaboratively.
- Legal authorization to work in South Africa.
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive.
- Benefits:
- Comprehensive retirement and health plans.
- Paid leave benefits for notable life events.
- Flexibility to maintain work-life balance.
- Development Focus:
- Enhancing analytical skills to improve business operations.
- Training sessions focused on leadership and innovation.
Why Join BP’s Graduate Programme?
Our programme is designed to ease your transition from university to the professional world. You’ll gain practical experience and refine technical expertise while attending training sessions that enhance your personal development. You’ll also work on meaningful projects that allow you to make an immediate, positive impact.
How to Apply
- Complete our candidate matching tool questionnaire to discover the role that aligns with your interests and qualifications.
- Apply to one BP early careers opportunity globally per academic year. Multiple applications will result in only the first being processed.
- Stay tuned for upcoming events where you can connect with recruiters and experts.
Applications for this programme are currently closed.
If you need help or have any questions, please contact our early careers team at EarlyCareers@bp.com.
Make your move. Start your career with BP and be part of a dynamic and rewarding environment!
