Open to graduates aged 22–30 with degrees in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Finance, Actuarial Science, or Engineering.

Santam Graduate Programme 2026 – Computer / Data Science / Information Systems

Date Posted: 11 September 2025
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Company: Santam (Sanlam Group)

About Santam

Santam is the market leader in the general insurance industry in Southern Africa. A large, diversified, and expanding company, Santam is extending its presence into emerging markets across Africa and Asia. The company is driven by a passion for clients, offering “Insurance, Good and Proper,” and ensuring peace of mind for over 1 million policyholders, including 80 of the Top 100 JSE-listed companies.

Santam is committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including persons with disabilities.

About the Programme

Are you a bold, ambitious graduate ready to shape your world? Santam’s 24-month Graduate Programme is designed to launch careers by combining:

• Structured learning
• Hands-on experience
• Mentorship and coaching
• Exposure to real business challenges

This programme prepares graduates to lead, learn, and make a tangible impact in the general insurance sector.

Programme Highlights

1. Customised Onboarding

• First 100 days include structured onboarding with accredited learning modules

2. FutureFit Competencies

• Develop essential workplace skills:
  • Creativity & problem-solving
  • Analytical thinking
  • Resilience
  • Navigating ambiguity & complexity
  • Digital fluency
  • Leadership development

3. Technical Expertise

• Hands-on experience in specialised areas of short-term insurance aligned to your career path

4. Mentorship & Coaching

• Guidance from subject matter experts through business-driven learning projects

Who Can Apply?

• South African graduates aged 22–30
• No more than 1 year of work experience
• Degree in one of the following fields:
  1. Finance / Commerce / Risk
  2. Computer / Data Science / Information Systems
  3. Actuarial Science / Mathematical Statistics
  4. Industrial / Electrical / Mechanical Engineering / Law
• Postgraduate qualifications (Honours) are welcome

Why Join Santam?

• Gain exposure to a leading insurance company with a strong client base
• Be part of a culture of innovation, transformation, and growth
• Work in a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment
• Build skills that will prepare you for future leadership roles

Application Process

Applicants must create an account on the Sanlam careers portal to apply.

🔗 Apply Now – Santam Graduate Programme 2026