Sanlam Group invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for its 12-month Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027.
Internship Application Closing Date: Not specified in the available advertisement
Internship Location: Various Sanlam offices across South Afric
Sanlam Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027
Sanlam Group is offering a range of graduate internship opportunities for motivated young people seeking practical workplace experience in the financial services sector.
The 12-month programme provides graduates with training, mentorship and exposure to professional working environments. Successful candidates will work with experienced teams while developing practical, technical and administrative skills.
Internship opportunities are available in information technology, finance, data analytics, recruitment, graphic design, data governance, procurement and supply chain management.
Internship Programme Overview
Organisation: Sanlam Group
Programme: Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027
Industry: Financial services
Programme duration: 12 months
Target group: Unemployed graduates
Location: Various locations across South Africa
Application method: Online
Closing date: Not specified
Available Sanlam Graduate Internships
The following internship opportunities are available:
1. Vendor Management Administration Internship
This opportunity is suitable for graduates interested in procurement, supply chain processes, vendor administration and logistics.
Preferred Qualifications
Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree, preferably in:
- Commerce
- Procurement and Supply Chain Management
- Logistics
- A related field
The successful intern may gain exposure to supplier administration, procurement records, contract support and vendor-management processes.
2. Financial Data Analyst Internship
The Financial Data Analyst Internship is suitable for graduates interested in financial information, reporting and data analysis.
Required Qualifications
Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree or diploma in:
- Finance
- Accounting
- Data Analytics
- A related field
Candidates should demonstrate strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
3. Data Governance and Data Quality Analyst Internship
This internship provides exposure to data-quality controls, information management and governance processes.
Required Qualifications
Applicants should have a diploma or degree in:
- Computer Science
- Information Systems
- Informatics
- Software Development
- Data Science
- Data Analytics
- Information Technology
Applicants with an interest in data standards, governance, validation and information accuracy are encouraged to apply.
4. Service Management Internship
This opportunity is suitable for graduates interested in information technology service delivery and operational support.
Required Qualification
Applicants must have a:
- Degree or Diploma in Information Technology
The internship may provide exposure to service-management processes, technical support, incident tracking and IT operations.
5. SharePoint Services Internship
The SharePoint Services Internship is suitable for graduates interested in collaboration platforms, document management and Microsoft technologies.
Required Qualification
Applicants must have completed a:
- Three-year degree or diploma in Information Technology
Knowledge of SharePoint, Microsoft 365, document management or web technologies may be beneficial.
6. Graduate Internship: Recruitment Support
The Recruitment Support Internship is aimed at graduates interested in human resources, talent acquisition and business administration.
Required Qualifications
Applicants should have a National Diploma or degree in:
- Human Resources Management
- Industrial Psychology
- Business Administration
- Another relevant business-related field
The successful intern may assist with recruitment administration, candidate communication, interview scheduling and record management.
7. Graduate Internship: Graphic Design and Communications
This internship is suitable for creative graduates interested in visual communication, branding and digital marketing.
Required Qualification
Applicants must have completed a three-year diploma or degree in:
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- A related creative field
Applicants may be expected to demonstrate their design ability through a portfolio.
8. Graduate Internship: Data Science
The Data Science Internship is suitable for graduates with strong numerical, statistical and analytical abilities.
Required Qualification
Applicants should have a relevant qualification in:
- Data Science
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- A related quantitative field
Candidates should have an interest in data modelling, analysis, reporting and extracting useful insights from information.
Who Should Apply?
These opportunities are suitable for graduates who:
- Have completed a relevant diploma or degree.
- Are currently unemployed.
- Want practical workplace experience.
- Are interested in the financial services industry.
- Are available for the full 12-month programme.
- Meet the qualification requirements for the selected internship.
- Have good communication and teamwork skills.
- Are willing to learn and develop professionally.
Applicants should apply only for internships aligned with their qualifications.
What the Programme Offers
Successful candidates may receive:
- Twelve months of workplace experience.
- Professional mentorship.
- Practical on-the-job training.
- Exposure to the financial services sector.
- Administrative and technical skills development.
- Experience working with professional teams.
- Improved employability.
- Opportunities to build professional networks.
- Experience that can strengthen future job applications.
Participation in the programme does not automatically guarantee permanent employment.
Skills Applicants Should Demonstrate
Depending on the selected internship, applicants should demonstrate:
- Good communication skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Attention to detail.
- Analytical thinking.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Teamwork.
- Time management.
- Professional conduct.
- Willingness to learn.
- Ability to work with confidential information.
Technical internships may require additional skills in information technology, data analysis, statistics, finance or design software.
Documents Applicants Should Prepare
Applicants should prepare:
- An updated CV.
- A copy of their South African identity document.
- Certified copies of completed qualifications.
- A complete academic record.
- A portfolio for Graphic Design applicants, where requested.
- Any additional certificates relevant to the selected opportunity.
Applicants must check the individual vacancy page for specific document requirements.
How to Apply for Sanlam Graduate Internships 2026/2027
Applications must be submitted through the official Sanlam careers platform.
NB. Use the links given below to Apply
Vendor Management Admin Intern
Apply Online for the Vendor Management Admin Internship
Financial Data Analyst Intern
Apply Online for the Financial Data Analyst Internship
Data Governance & Data Quality Analyst Intern
Apply Online for the Data Governance & Data Quality Analyst Internship