Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited is opening applications for its Internship Programme and P1/P2 Experiential Training Opportunities for 2025/2027. This programme is tailored for graduates, diplomates, and students needing workplace exposure to complete their qualifications. It is more than just an internship—it’s a career-shaping journey inside one of South Africa’s most respected mining companies.
Who Can Apply?
The Harmony Gold internship is open to:
- Graduates and diplomates with completed tertiary qualifications from accredited South African institutions.
- Students needing P1/P2 experiential training (with proof from their institutions).
- Local community members where Harmony operates, as well as children of Harmony employees.
General Requirements
- Must be a South African citizen, under 35 years old.
- Must reside in one of these districts:
- Free State: Lejweleputswa, Matjhabeng, Masilonyana
- North West: Dr Kenneth Kaunda, Ratlou, Moqhaka
- Gauteng: City of Johannesburg, Merafong City, West Rand
- Must not have previously participated in a similar internship programme.
- Successful candidates will undergo medical and security screening.
Internship Fields and Operations
Doornkop
- Mining Engineering
- Rock Engineering
- Metallurgy
- Geology
- Human Resources
- Finance
- Community Development Studies
- Communications
- Social Science with Psychology
Joel
- Mining Engineering
- Mine Survey / Mine Planner
- Human Resources
- Finance
Kalgold
- Analytical Chemistry
- Geology
Kusasalethu
- Mining Engineering
- Rock Engineering
- Geology
- Metallurgy
Masimong
- Mining Engineering
- Human Resources
Moab Khotsong (Incl. Services)
- Mining Engineering
- Mechanical / Electrical Engineering
- Metallurgy
- Ventilation
- Occupational Hygiene
- Human Resources
- Finance
Mponeng (Incl. Services)
- Mining Engineering
- Mechanical / Electrical Engineering
- Rock Engineering
- Metallurgy
- Environmental Studies
- Occupational Hygiene
- Health and Safety
- Finance
- Human Resources
Tshepong Operations (Incl. Phakisa)
- Mining Engineering
- Mechanical / Electrical Engineering
- Rock Engineering
- Occupational Hygiene
- Finance
- Human Resources
Target
- Mechanical / Electrical Engineering
- Mine Survey
- Finance
- Human Resources
Conditions of the Programme
- Duration varies depending on the field of study.
- Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Applicants must submit certified copies of qualifications, proof of residence, and ID.
How to Apply
Email applications to: interns.we@harmony.co.za
Why Apply?
This internship programme offers:
- Real workplace exposure in South Africa’s mining industry.
- Hands-on training in engineering, geology, metallurgy, HR, and more.
- Improved employability with valuable technical and professional skills.
- Opportunities to connect with industry leaders.
Harmony Gold is not just offering an internship—it’s investing in the next generation of South African talent.
Closing Date: 27 September 2025