Lenovo has officially opened applications for the EMEA Sales and Business Graduate Program – South Africa, also known as the EMEA Academy for Graduates in Lenovo Sales (EAGLES). This is a prestigious 2-year rotational graduate programme designed to develop the next generation of sales leaders within one of the world’s most influential technology companies.
If you are a 2025 graduate with a passion for technology, sales, and business growth, this opportunity places you on a fast-track career path within a global organisation shaping the future of AI, digital transformation, and smarter technology for all.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a US$69 billion global technology powerhouse, ranked #196 on the Fortune Global 500, operating in over 180 markets worldwide. Best known as the world’s largest PC manufacturer, Lenovo also delivers cutting-edge solutions across:
- AI-enabled and AI-ready devices
- Infrastructure (servers, storage, HPC, edge computing)
- Software, services, and enterprise solutions
Lenovo’s mission is clear: Smarter Technology for All—with strong values around ownership, innovation, customer impact, and inclusion.
Programme Overview: EAGLES Cohort 4
- Programme Name: EMEA Sales and Business Graduate Program (EAGLES)
- Duration: 2 years (rotational programme)
- Start Date: 01 September 2026
- Location: Bryanston, Johannesburg (office-based with flexible working options)
- Working Time: Full-time
This programme is built to empower future sales leaders through structured learning, mentorship, and hands-on commercial exposure across Lenovo’s sales ecosystem.
What You’ll Learn During the 2 Years
As an EAGLES graduate, you will gain end-to-end exposure to the sales and business environment, including:
- Prospecting, engaging clients, and closing business opportunities
- Understanding market trends, competitors, and industry dynamics
- Building strong client relationships and communicating value clearly
- Identifying customer needs and delivering tailored technology solutions
- Developing leadership capability through mentorship and global collaboration
- Working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams
This programme combines classroom learning, real projects, and on-the-job experience, preparing you for long-term success in commercial leadership roles.
What Lenovo Offers You
- Experience in one of the world’s most forward-thinking tech companies
- A fast-paced, supportive, and innovative work environment
- Global exposure and collaboration opportunities
- Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Competitive graduate remuneration package
- A modern work culture that values work-life balance
Minimum Requirements
To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited university
- Graduated in 2025 (proof or predicted grades required)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Legal eligibility to work in Johannesburg, South Africa
- Willingness to work from the Bryanston office with flexibility
How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply online via Lenovo’s official careers platform.
Application requirements:
- Updated CV
- Cover letter explaining your interest in the Lenovo Graduate Sales Program
Why This Graduate Programme Matters
The Lenovo EAGLES Programme is more than a graduate job—it’s a career accelerator. It equips young professionals with the mindset, skills, and exposure needed to thrive in global technology sales while contributing to solutions that impact millions of people worldwide.