- About the programme
- What we offer
- How to apply
- FAQs
Data, AI and Engineering Academy graduate
An exciting opportunity to join a 13-month accelerated development programme is available for soon-to-be or recent graduates to join the Sanlam Data, AI and Engineering Academy – previously known as the Sanlam Digital and Data Academy.
We are seeking bright minds who are eager to build and develop technical, analytical, and business skills while working on real business problems within the Sanlam Analytics and Group Technology ecosystems.
What we offer
- Permanent employment from the onset
- Market-related benefits and rewards
- Participation in a structured 13-month accelerated development programme
Qualifying degrees
BCom, BSc, or BTech in: Statistics / Mathematics / Finance / Actuarial / Industrial / Electrical / Chemical / Civil / Mechanical Engineering, BEng
How to apply
Applications are now open, and will close on 24 August 2025.
We accept online applications from graduates who embrace continuous learning, like to solve complex problems, and wish to grow their career in either the data or software engineering fields.
A basic understanding any of the following will be advantageous:
- Programming languages and frameworks, such as Python, Java, .NET and SQL
- Data analysis, modelling, and visualisation
- Business and process analysis
- How do I apply?Only online applications will be accepted.
- Who can apply?
Experience
:- Final year students or recent graduates with no professional working experience
- Graduates with no more than 12 months’ post-university professional working experience
- Work experience obtained as part of a work-integrated learning programme won’t be considered as professional working experience
Knowledge and skills
- If my application is successful, when do I start working?2026.
- How long will the programme run for?13 Months.
- Does admission into the programme mean that I am a permanent employee?Yes, successful graduates will be permanently appointed by Sanlam.