2025 Women in Engineering (WomEng) Southern Africa Fellowship Programme – Apply Now

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 Application Deadline: February 27, 2025 

The WomEng Southern Africa Fellowship 2025, powered by De Beers Group, is an exclusive learning and development programme designed to equip young women in engineering, technology, and the built environment with the leadership, innovation, well-being, and employability skills needed to thrive in the industry.

This one-of-a-kind hybrid programme combines self-paced learning, online engagement, and live masterclasses, providing Fellows with valuable insights and skills to navigate the rapidly evolving world of work. Through structured learning modules, mentorship, and networking opportunities, participants will gain the confidence to become industry leaders.

The fellowship is open to female students based in Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa who are in their second-last or final year of undergraduate studies or pursuing full-time postgraduate studies.

Programme Overview

The 2025 Fellowship will run from March 2025 and consists of four key modules, each designed to foster both personal and professional growth:

1. Leadership – Unlocking and Telling Your Own Story

Understanding personal leadership strengths, building confidence, and learning how to articulate personal and professional journeys effectively.

2. Innovation – Developing Skills for the Future World of Work

Gaining future-focused skills that enable adaptability in the changing job market, fostering creativity and problem-solving abilities.

3. Employability – Thriving in the Workplace

Developing key professional skills, workplace readiness, and strategies to excel in engineering and technology careers.

4. Renewable Energy – Introduction to Renewable Energy

Exploring the fundamentals of renewable energy, an essential and growing sector, and understanding its impact on the future of engineering.

The programme also incorporates well-being strategies, helping Fellows establish healthy coping mechanisms, manage stress effectively, and recharge for optimal performance.

Key Benefits

By joining the WomEng Southern Africa Fellowship Programme, participants will:

✔ Access exclusive learning resources tailored to leadership, innovation, well-being, and employability.
✔ Expand their professional network by connecting with like-minded women in engineering and technology.
✔ Gain mentorship opportunities with industry leaders.
✔ Become part of a supportive community of ambitious and driven women in STEM.
✔ Engage in a high-impact networking event with leaders from De Beers Group and WomHub’s Founder community.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply, candidates must:

  • Identify as women and be enrolled full-time in an engineering, technology, or built environment discipline at a university or university of technology in South Africa, Botswana, or Namibia.
  • Be in their second-last or final year of undergraduate studies or enrolled in a full-time postgraduate programme (planning to enter the workforce in 2025 or 2026).
  • Be able to commit 7-9 hours per month from March 2025 to actively participate in the programme.
  • Consider academic schedules, as the programme is designed with university workloads and holidays in mind.
  • Be first-time applicants (previous WomEng Fellowship alumni are not eligible to apply).
  • Non-citizens of South Africa, Botswana, or Namibia meeting residency and academic requirements are also eligible.

Application & Selection Process

Interested candidates must complete an online application via the link provided by the 27 February 2025, 23:59 SAST

All applications will be reviewed by an expert panel, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted with details on the next steps. Further programme delivery details will be shared with selected Fellows.

Take the Next Step in Your Engineering Career

The WomEng Southern Africa Fellowship Programme is more than just a learning experience—it’s a launchpad for success in engineering and technology. Develop critical skills, build meaningful connections, and prepare to excel in your future career.

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