STAR (Student Training and Rotation) Program Intern - Auckland

SAP SE; Auckland; On-site; NZD 24,796 - 35,817; Part time

Job summary

SAP in Auckland presents the STAR (Student Training and Rotation) Program Intern, a two-year, part-time paid internship designed for university students who want hands-on experience while studying. The program offers 6-month rotations, dedicated mentorship, and a path to permanent opportunities within SAP’s global organisation.

You will gain exposure across different teams, build professional networks, and earn academic credit where available, with flexible options for full-time work during

Qualifications

• University students currently enrolled in a degree program.
• Finishing their studies no earlier than end of 2028.
• Able to work at least 2 days per week during term time; 3 days preferred.

Responsibilities

• Experience different aspects of SAP's business, via 6-month rotations.
• Receive on-the-job development, coaching and mentoring and interact with senior leaders.
• Work part-time during the academic year with an option to work full-time over semester breaks.

Skills

Self-motivated

Initiative

Perseverance

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

University student (Business/IT)

Finishing studies end of 2028

Job description

STAR (Student Training and Rotation) Program Intern -Auckland

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We help the world run better

At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

About the Program:

We’rea bit different to other internships in that wearen’tlimited to final year students or only offered over summer or winter breaks. Our paid program offers you the flexibility of being able to gain valuable work experience without sacrificing your studies.

The STAR program is a 2-year program, during which time you will gain experience in different areas.You’llhave a dedicated STAR manager to support your personal development and a rotational mentor to guide you asyoulearnthe ropes in each team. You will also have a STAR student mentor to help you find your way around and show you the best bits of the office!

So how does it work?

The STAR Program is thepart timejob that gives you a competitive advantage over other students when you graduate, looks great on your LinkedIn profile and provides experience learning soft skills such as:

• Networking
• Internal presentations
• Job shadowing
• Project management
• Time management

In this role as a STAR student, you will have the opportunity to:

• Experiencedifferent aspectsof our business, often via6 monthrotations
• Receive on-the-job structured development, coaching and mentoring andhave the opportunity tointeract with managers, leaders, and Executives from the Leadership team.
• Work on a part-time basis during the academic year withan optionto work full-time over the semester break – all paid of course!
• Earn academic credit from accredited programs at your university for your experience.
• Gain hands‑on practical work experience and start building your professional network early.

At the end of the program, you will have the opportunity to apply for permanent opportunities within the business that will challenge and grow your current capabilities.

What you’ll do: (ROLE)

• Position title: STAR (Student Training and Rotation) Program Intern–Auckland
• Expected start date and duration:Early February 2027for minimum24 monthsduration

Who you are:(Requirements)

We’re looking for University Students who are self‑motivated, have initiative, perseverance, and the hunger to stay curious. We’re after people who enjoy working on meaningful innovative projects and are driven to continually learn.

• Studying Degree(s) in Business,perhaps withan IT major although other academic backgrounds will be considered
• Finishing their studies no earlier than end of 2028
• Able to work at least2 days per week during semester (3 days preferred)
• Highcalibre, self‑motivated individuals with excellent communication skills in English
• Interested in technology, innovation, and how digital platforms can solve business challenges
• Problem‑solvers who are ambitious, passionate, resilient, proactive, open‑minded, and able to manage pressure
• Able to take onboard instructions,prioritisework, be a good listener, empathetic, collaborative, and team‑oriented
• Must be a citizen or permanent resident of New Zealand

Nice to have:

• Prior experience with AI tools and interest in learning them
• University projects or personal work involving AI or emerging tech

Bring out your best

SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end‑to‑end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose‑driven and future‑