Sanlam Graduate Internships 2026: Data, AI and Engineering Academy
Job Overview
Sanlam is inviting applications for its Sanlam Graduate Internships 2026 through the Data, AI and Engineering Academy. This 13-month accelerated development programme is designed for recent graduates or final-year students who want to build careers in data, AI, analytics, or software engineering.
This academy offers permanent employment, mentorship from experts, exposure to cutting-edge technology, and the opportunity to make a real impact at one of Africa’s leading financial services groups.
Position Details
- Programme Name: Sanlam Data, AI and Engineering Academy
- Company: Sanlam Group
- Location: Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa
- Duration: 13 months (accelerated development programme)
- Start Date: 2026 intake
- Employment Type: Permanent employment with structured training
- Sectors: Data Science, AI, Engineering, Technology, Software Development
- Closing Date:Not specified
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for the Sanlam Graduate Internships, candidates should meet the following:
- A degree completed by end of 2025 or earlier in any of the following:
- Information Technology / Computer Science
- Data Science / Data Analytics / Business Intelligence
- Statistics / Mathematics / Finance / Actuarial
- Engineering (Industrial, Electrical, Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, BEng)
- No more than 12 months of relevant post-university professional working experience.
- Previous work-integrated learning or internships do not count as professional experience.
- Passion for technology, innovation, and problem-solving.
Knowledge & Skills Required
The Sanlam Graduate Internships 2026 programme will equip you with in-depth training, but it helps to have a foundation in:
- Programming languages such as Python, Java, .NET, or SQL.
- Data analysis, modelling, and visualization.
- Business and process analysis.
- Database knowledge and data security basics.
- Risk management and reporting.
Soft skills that will set you apart:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Innovative and curious mindset.
- Ability to collaborate across teams.
- Client-focused and adaptable under pressure.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
As part of the Sanlam Graduate Internships 2026, you will:
- Participate in technical training and real-world enterprise-level projects.
- Rotate across multiple IT and business teams to broaden your knowledge.
- Work on data engineering, cloud migration, analytics, and AI projects.
- Collaborate with experienced Sanlam professionals and mentors.
- Gain exposure to cloud-native architecture, data platforms, and AI/ML applications.
- Take part in hackathons, innovation challenges, and learning days.
- Build skills for roles such as Data Analyst, Software Engineer, Data Scientist, DevOps Engineer, and more.
Important Notes
- This is a 13-month structured programme starting in 2026.
- Candidates must attach their CV and full academic transcripts when applying. Applications without these documents will be disqualified.
- Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email.
- Sanlam is committed to diversity, inclusion, and transformation in the workplace.
Why Apply
Choosing the Sanlam Graduate Internships 2026 comes with many benefits:
- Permanent employment with competitive rewards.
- Mentorship from industry leaders in technology and analytics.
- Hands-on experience in one of the largest financial services organisations in Africa.
- Opportunity to work on global-standard platforms and cutting-edge technologies.
- Career growth in data, AI, software engineering, and financial technology.
- Exposure to partnerships with global leaders like Allianz, MTN, and TymeBank.
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