We help the world run better
At SAP, we enable you to bring out your best. Our company culture is focused on collaboration and a shared passion to help the world run better. How? We focus every day on building the foundation for tomorrow and creating a workplace that embraces differences, values flexibility, and is aligned to our purpose-driven and future-focused work. We offer a highly collaborative, caring team environment with a strong focus on learning and development, recognition for your individual contributions, and a variety of benefit options for you to choose from.


About the Program:
Welcome to SAP’s Student Training & Rotation (STAR) Program. Our globally-run, integrated work-study program provides a unique opportunity for students studying Business or IT related specialisations to gain real-world experiences while completing the remaining 24 months of undergraduate studies. This paid training program will give students a head start in building their career in Development at SAP and help them achieve early success.


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

• Learn a technology stack that includes best of the cloud technologies and architectural styles like micro-services.
• Learn best development practices like agile methodologies, design thinking and continuous feature deployment.
• Learn what is required to deliver a cloud product to global customers.
• Work with a team of talented and passionate individuals.
• Get paid to work part-time during the academic year, full-time over a semester break if you choose.
• Opportunity to earn academic credit through your university from this experience.
• Gain hands-on practical work experience and start building your professional network early.
• Gain hands-on practical experience with the release pipeline, quality assurance, automated testing and programming.

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


What you’ll do:

• Position title: STAR (Student Training and Rotation) Program Intern (VT/STAR) – Auckland - Developer
• Location: Auckland, New Zealand
• Expected start date and duration: End of January 2025 for minimum 24 months duration.
• The SAP NZ development team works on core PLM topics to empower people to be more productive with next-generation of AI based visual cloud applications. Connect 3D CAD data with ERP and master data, from design to operate and service, to deliver a digital twin. Roles could include working as a Developer or test Automation Specialist
• As a developer, you will participate in design and developing apps and cloud services using the SAP Business Technology Platform. Learning writing, testing, and maintaining code, with responsibilities spanning various aspects of software development and operations support.
• As a test automation specialist, you will participate in design, developing, and running automated software tests. Identify failures to meet quality standards through testing, assessing issue severity and escalating as appropriate. Develop a sound business understanding ensuring tests are defined and developed, with close alignment to the business use of the system.

Who you are:

We’re looking for someone who takes the initiative, perseveres, and stays curious. You like to work on meaningful innovative projects and are energised by lifelong learning.


Our STAR Program Developer candidates will be:

• Preferably studying Degree(s) IT or Computer Science/ Engineering-related major/second degree although other academic backgrounds will be considered.
• Have at least 24 months remaining in their studies from their start date (targeted earliest graduation date by end of 2026)
• Willing and able to work at least 2 days per week during semester.
• Problem-solvers who are ambitious, passionate, resilient, proactive, open-minded, and able to manage pressure.
• Are good listeners, empathetic, collaborative and team oriented.
• Must be a citizen or permanent resident of Australia and/or New Zealand.

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-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.
We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better and more equitable world.
SAP is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provide accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com
For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.
EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.
Requisition ID: 397866 | Work Area: Information Technology | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Vocational | Employment Type: Regular Part Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid.