Sanlam Data, AI and Engineering Academy 2026

Career27; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanlam in Bellville, Western Cape invites graduates to join the Data, AI and Engineering Academy. This 13-month graduate development programme offers pathways in Data & AI and Software Engineering & AI, with permanent employment from the start and structured learning.

Applicants should have completed or be completing a BCom, BSc, BTech or BEng in relevant fields and may have up to 12 months of related work experience after university.

Qualifications

• Completed or nearing completion of a BCom, BSc, BTech or BEng in relevant fields.
• No more than 12 months of related professional work experience after university.
• Work Integrated Learning (WIL) not counted as professional experience.
• Willingness to learn, develop new technical skills and work collaboratively.

Skills

Data & AI interest

Engineering interest

Problem-solving

Education

BCom/BSc/BTech/BEng

Information Technology

Computer Science

Data Science

Data Analytics

Statistics

Mathematics

Finance

Actuarial

Electrical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Verified Opportunities for South African Youth.

Sanlam is inviting graduates and final-year students to apply for the Sanlam Data, AI and Engineering Academy. The 13-month graduate development programme offers opportunities in Data & AI and Software Engineering & AI and is based in Bellville, Western Cape.

The programme provides successful candidates with graduate development opportunities designed to build technical and professional skills through practical workplace exposure, structured learning and mentorship.

Details

Information

Company Sanlam

Programme Data, AI and Engineering Academy

Programme Duration 13 Months

Location Bellville, Western Cape

Pathways Data & AI; Software Engineering & AI

Experience No previous work experience required

Employment Permanent employment from the start

Closing Date 02 October 2026

About the Programme

The Sanlam Data, AI and Engineering Academy is a 13-month graduate development programme designed for graduates interested in developing their careers in technology, data, artificial intelligence and engineering-related environments.

Successful candidates will join one of two pathways:

• Data & AI
• Software Engineering & AI

Sanlam states that successful candidates will receive permanent employment from the start of the programme, together with market-related benefits and rewards.

Applicants should have completed or be completing a BCom, BSc, BTech or BEng qualification in one of the relevant study fields.

Candidates who are still studying must complete their qualification by the end of 2026.

Fields of Study

Sanlam is considering candidates from the following fields:

• Information Technology
• Computer Science
• Data Science
• Data Analytics
• Statistics
• Mathematics
• Finance
• Actuarial
• Electrical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering

Experience

No previous work experience is required.

Applicants should, however, have no more than 12 months of related professional work experience after university.

Sanlam states that Work Integrated Learning (WIL) experience is not regarded as professional work experience for this requirement.

What the Programme Offers

• Permanent employment from the start
• Structured learning and development
• Practical workplace experience
• Exposure to Data, AI and Software Engineering environments
• Technical and professional development
• Market-related benefits and rewards

Skills and Competencies

Candidates should demonstrate an interest in technology, data, artificial intelligence, engineering and problem-solving.

Applicants should also be willing to learn, develop new technical skills and work collaboratively within a professional environment.

Required Documents

Applicants should prepare:

• Updated CV
• Academic information/results
• Any additional documents requested through Sanlam’s online recruitment system

Final-year students should ensure that their expected qualification completion information is correctly reflected in their application.

Applicants should carefully review the official vacancy and ensure that they meet the minimum qualification requirements before applying.

Closing Date

02 October 2026

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date.

This article is provided for informational purposes to assist graduates and job seekers. Sanlam is responsible for the recruitment and selection process. Applicants should verify the requirements, application instructions and closing date on Sanlam’s official careers website before applying.