Huawei Seeds for the Future South Africa Programme in China 2024

 

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME PROVIDER – HUAWEI

Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. is a Chinese multinational technology corporation, founded in 1987 and headquartered in China. When the company was first formed, it focused on the manufacturing of phone switches, but has since expanded its business to include designing, developing, and selling telecommunications equipment and consumer electronics. Today, the company serves a global customer base of over 3 billion people, employs around 197 000 staff members, and has operations in more than 170 countries and regions.

In November 2016, South Africa marked a significant milestone by joining Huawei’s esteemed global training initiative. In collaboration with the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) (previously the Department of Telecommunications and Postal Services (DTPS)), Huawei facilitated the inaugural group of 10 South African students to undergo international training in Beijing and Shenzhen, China. The training encompassed cutting-edge technologies including 5G, LTE, and cloud computing, with participants gaining exclusive access to Huawei’s state-of-the-art laboratories.

The “Seeds for the Future” program is a comprehensive training initiative that not only focuses on technical skills but also includes enriching cultural experiences. Selected from top-tier tertiary institutions across South Africa, the students chosen by the DTPS were exceptional in their fields. This longstanding partnership between Huawei and the DTPS is dedicated to enhancing and developing ICT professionals through advanced training and upskilling initiatives.
 

ABOUT THE HUAWEI SEEDS FOR THE FUTURE PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

Huawei is inviting students to apply for their global CSR flagship program, the Seeds for the Future South Africa Programme.

The programme is open to university students with ICT related major (Computer Science, Electronic Science, Information Technology, Software, Engineering, etc). 15 students will be selected to take part in the programme, in China.

In 2024, the Seeds for the Future program will once again integrate Huawei’s Tech4Good competition, an integral component focused on fostering student understanding of digitalization trends and leveraging digital technologies to tackle societal challenges.

Throughout the 2024 Seeds for the Future initiative, participants will engage in collaborative group projects aimed at exploring and implementing innovative solutions that are not only technically robust but also commercially viable, addressing sustainable development concerns. The regional semi-finalists will advance to compete in the Tech4Good Global Final in China in 2025 alongside other regional champions.
 

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MORE ABOUT THE HUAWEI SEEDS FOR THE FUTURE PROGRAMME – SELECTION

The programme will take place over the following dates:

  • From 19 to 23 August 2024: 15 students will be selected to attend the Huawei campus in Johannesburg for a week of pre-training.
  • In September 2024: these 15 students will travel to Shenzhen, China for formal Seeds for the Future training and compete in the Tech4Good regional semi-finals. During the training, they will have the opportunity to learn about cutting-edge technologies such as 5G, AI and cloud computing.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by 31 August 2024 – if you do not receive any feedback by this date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the Huawei Seeds for the Future South Africa Bursary.
 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE HUAWEI SEEDS FOR THE FUTURE

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

  • You must be a South Africa citizen
  • You must be studying towards an ICT related major (Computer Science, Electronic Science, Information Technology, Software, Engineering, etc.)
  • You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 70%
  • You must have a strong interest in telecommunications and technologies
  • You must be a team player and dedicated to training tasks (including but not limited to training tests and completing a high quality essay)
  • You must be interested in China and Chinese culture
  • You must have an interest in ICT, cross-cultural exchange, and entrepreneurship
  • You must have a passion for telecoms and technology trends

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE HUAWEI SEEDS FOR THE FUTURE

Download and complete the Huawei Seeds for the Future SA Application Form 2024 (.docx)

Students are also required to create a LinkedIn profile.

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Huawei Programme.
 

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Academic Records (including report for the last academic year and current progress)
  • Motivational letter (see more details on the application form)
  • Recommendation or Reference letter from Faculty/ Division Head (optional, but advantageous)
  • Curriculum Vitae (optional)
  • Any other relevant supporting documents

 

Applications must be submitted via email to: seedssa@huawei.com AND mtau@dcdt.gov.za
(Insert the words “Huawei Seeds for the Future” in the email subject line).
 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE HUAWEI SEEDS FOR THE FUTURE

31 July 2024.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
 

CONTACT THE PROGRAMME PROVIDER

For any queries related to this programme, please contact Huawei or the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) directly:
Email: seedssa@huawei.com / mtau@dcdt.gov.za
 

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