PwC South Africa is inviting applications for its prestigious SAP: Digital Trust Graduate Programme 2026, a three-year graduate opportunity aimed at shaping future leaders in IT Risk Services. The programme is designed for tech-savvy, innovative and curious graduates who want to explore the intersection of technology, risk, and business.
Programme Overview
- Reference Number: PWC250307-2
- Programme Duration: 3 Years
- Locations: Johannesburg & Cape Town
- Application Deadline: 30 June 2025
- Contract Type: Fixed Term (Graduate Programme)
- Intake Year: 2026
About PwC & Graduate Programme
PwC is one of the world’s leading professional services firms, operating in 149 countries with over 370,000 employees. The organisation is committed to building trust in society and solving important problems. Within its broader purpose, digital trust plays a crucial role—enabling clients to harness technology while managing risk and ensuring compliance.
This graduate programme focuses on enterprise-level technologies such as SAP, which play a critical role in the digital transformation of businesses across the globe. Participants in this programme will work within the Digital Trust team, engaging in real-world projects and gaining exposure to various industries and technologies.
What Participants Will Learn and Do
Graduates enrolled in the SAP: Digital Trust Graduate Programme will:
- Gain hands-on experience working with leading ERP systems, particularly SAP.
- Participate in a structured three-year development plan that blends theoretical learning with practical client engagements.
- Work closely with audit, risk, compliance, and business functions to ensure clients manage IT risks effectively.
- Collaborate on a range of services including:
- SAP Business Process Control and security reviews
- IT General Control assessments
- Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) evaluations
- SAP IT audits and data analytics
- Pre- and post-implementation system reviews
Key Responsibilities
Participants will be expected to:
- Apply business, risk, and IT control principles in client engagements.
- Use PwC’s proprietary tools to assess system security, segregation of duties (SOD), and optimisation opportunities.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables while upholding PwC’s standards of excellence.
- Build strong client relationships through effective communication and a deep understanding of client operations.
- Mentor and collaborate with peers while fostering a supportive, inclusive team environment.
Eligibility Criteria
PwC is seeking final-year or postgraduate students pursuing Honours degrees in the following fields:
- Computer Science
- BCom in Information Systems or Accounting
- BSc in IT
- Management Accounting
- Internal Auditing
- Business Science
- Risk Management
- Engineering
A demonstrable interest or background in SAP will be highly advantageous.
The PwC Professional Framework
Graduates will be developed under PwC’s global leadership development model—The PwC Professional—which focuses on six core attributes:
- Inspire – Build trust through authenticity and reliability.
- Empower – Coach others and foster collaboration.
- Evolve – Adapt and grow in an ever-changing environment.
- Champion – Uphold ethics, quality, and inclusive behaviours.
- Build – Apply a commercial mindset to deliver strategic value.
- Deliver – Ensure consistent, high-quality client experiences.
Why Join PwC?
This graduate opportunity offers more than just employment—it’s a launchpad for a high-impact career. Graduates will:
- Be mentored by industry leaders.
- Collaborate across national and international teams.
- Gain certification-aligned training in SAP and other enterprise systems.
- Develop into well-rounded professionals equipped to lead in the digital risk and assurance space.
To apply for the SAP: Digital Trust Graduate Programme 2026, interested candidates must:
- Visit the official PwC South Africa Careers Portal.
- Search for the opportunity using the reference number: PWC250307-2.
- Complete the online application form and upload all required supporting documents, including:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of academic transcripts
- Copy of ID
- Motivational letter (optional, but recommended)
Applications close on 30 June 2025. Early submissions are encouraged due to the competitive nature of the programme.
The SAP: Digital Trust Graduate Programme 2026 is a unique opportunity for South African graduates to kickstart their careers in one of the most dynamic areas of professional services. With access to global expertise, real client work, and continuous learning, successful candidates will develop critical digital and risk management skills, setting them on a path to becoming future industry leaders.
If you are passionate about technology, business, and making an impact—PwC is the place for you.