Are you ready to kick‑start your career in South Africa’s financial sector? Sanlam internships are now open, and the deadline for two of them is only a few weeks away, so act fast.
What’s on offer?
Sanlam Group is hiring for three graduate‑level internships:
- Analyst Developer Intern – based at Glacier by Sanlam, Rosebank, Johannesburg. Contract length not disclosed.
- Graduate Intern: Graphic Design and Communications – 12‑month contract with Succession Financial Planning, Bellville, Western Cape. Application closes 17 July 2026.
- Graduate Intern: Recruitment Support – 12‑month contract with Succession Financial Planning, Bellville, Western Cape. Application closes 17 July 2026.
Who can apply?
Analyst Developer Intern
You need a recognised qualification in Information Technology, such as:
- Computer Science
- Computer Engineering
- Informatics
- Or a closely related field
There is no explicit restriction on unemployment status or previous work experience, but you should be able to show problem‑solving, teamwork and the ability to work under pressure.
Graphic Design and Communications Intern
Eligibility requirements:
- Matric certificate
- Completed three‑year Graphic Design or Digital Marketing diploma/degree
- Little or no prior work experience (preferred)
- Unemployed at the time of selection (preferred)
Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and social‑media tools such as Buffer or Fanbooster is required.
Recruitment Support Intern
Eligibility requirements:
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Business‑related national diploma or degree (e.g., HR Management, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration)
- Little or no prior work experience (preferred)
- Unemployed at the time of selection (preferred)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
What will you gain?
Analyst Developer
You will work on enterprise‑grade software, touching both front‑end and back‑end development. You’ll learn to use C#, .NET, SQL Server, JavaScript/TypeScript, ReactJS, Kubernetes, Docker, AWS, Azure DevOps and more. The role also offers exposure to agile teams, CI/CD pipelines and real‑world debugging.
Graphic Design and Communications
You will create visual concepts for marketing, manage social‑media channels and support office administration. The internship builds a professional portfolio, teaches you to work within brand guidelines and helps you understand the fast‑paced world of financial‑services communication.
Recruitment Support
You will assist with candidate sourcing, meeting coordination, reporting and general recruitment administration. You’ll develop strong organisational and client‑service skills while learning HR processes inside a major financial group.
How to apply – step by step
- Gather the required documents:
- Copy of your South African ID
- Matric certificate
- Qualification (diploma or degree) certificate
- Prepare a concise CV that highlights the skills listed in the relevant internship (coding projects for Analyst Developer, a design portfolio for Graphic Design, or administrative/Excel work for Recruitment).
- Visit the official application pages and submit your files:
- Analyst Developer – Apply here
- Recruitment Support – Apply here
- Graphic Design and Communications – apply through the official Sanlam portal (link provided on the job advertisement).
- Double‑check that all three documents (ID, matric, qualification) are attached where required.
- Submit your application before the closing date of 17 July 2026 for the Graphic Design and Recruitment roles. The Analyst Developer posting has no stated deadline, so submit as soon as possible.
Tips to improve your chances
- For the Analyst Developer role, include a short portfolio of coding work (GitHub links, school projects, or personal apps).
- For the Graphic Design role, attach a PDF portfolio that shows a range of designs, social‑media posts and any branding work.
- For the Recruitment Support role, highlight any experience with data entry, Excel, report writing or volunteer coordination.
- Tailor your cover letter to the specific responsibilities listed in the job description.
- Proofread every document – a typo can cost you the interview.
Next steps
Pick the internship that matches your qualification and strongest skills. Prepare the required documents, polish your CV and any supporting portfolio, and submit your application via the links above. Keep an eye on the email address you used; you will be contacted if you are shortlisted.
Good luck – these internships can be a solid first step into the financial services industry.