Lenovo EMEA Sales and Business Graduate Internship Programme 2026 (EAGLES South Africa)
Lenovo has officially opened applications for its EMEA Sales and Business Graduate Internship Programme 2026, also known as the EMEA Academy for Graduates in Lenovo Sales (EAGLES). This is a highly competitive two-year rotational graduate programme designed to develop future sales and business leaders within one of the world’s most influential technology companies.
Targeted at high-potential 2025 graduates, the programme offers a fast-tracked entry into the global technology and commercial space, with structured learning, mentorship, and real business exposure at the heart of the experience.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a global technology powerhouse valued at approximately US$69 billion and ranked among the Fortune Global 500. Operating in more than 180 markets worldwide, the company is best known as the world’s largest PC manufacturer but has expanded far beyond hardware.
Lenovo delivers advanced solutions across:
- AI-enabled and AI-ready devices
- Enterprise infrastructure including servers, storage, HPC, and edge computing
- Software, services, and integrated enterprise solutions
The company’s guiding mission is Smarter Technology for All, supported by strong values around innovation, ownership, customer impact, and inclusion.
Programme Overview: EAGLES Cohort 4
The EMEA Academy for Graduates in Lenovo Sales is a structured graduate development programme aimed at preparing young professionals for long-term leadership roles in sales and business.
Programme details include:
- Programme Name: EMEA Sales and Business Graduate Programme (EAGLES)
- Duration: Two-year rotational programme
- Start Date: 01 September 2026
- Location: Bryanston, Johannesburg
- Working Model: Office-based with flexible working options
- Employment Type: Full-time
Graduates rotate across key commercial functions, gaining exposure to Lenovo’s full sales ecosystem while building practical and strategic capability.
What You Will Learn During the Programme
Throughout the two-year journey, EAGLES graduates gain hands-on experience across the full sales lifecycle and business environment, including:
- Prospecting, client engagement, and closing business opportunities
- Understanding market trends, competitors, and industry dynamics
- Building strong, value-driven customer relationships
- Identifying customer needs and delivering tailored technology solutions
- Developing leadership and commercial decision-making skills
- Working closely with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams
- Collaborating with global teams across the EMEA region
The programme blends structured learning, real projects, mentorship, and on-the-job exposure to prepare graduates for long-term success in commercial leadership roles.
What Lenovo Offers Graduates
Successful candidates will benefit from:
- Experience within one of the world’s most innovative technology companies
- A fast-paced, supportive, and collaborative work environment
- Exposure to global teams and international business practices
- A strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Competitive graduate-level remuneration
- A modern work culture that supports balance and flexibility
This programme is designed to develop both technical understanding and commercial confidence.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited university
- Graduation completed in 2025 (or predicted grades where applicable)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Legal eligibility to work in Johannesburg, South Africa
- Willingness to work from the Bryanston office with flexible arrangements
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through Lenovo’s official careers platform.
Application requirements include:
- Updated CV
- Cover letter explaining your interest in the Lenovo EMEA Sales and Business Graduate Programme
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Why This Graduate Programme Stands Out
The Lenovo EAGLES Programme is not just an internship or entry-level role. It is a career accelerator designed to shape future sales leaders in the global technology space. Graduates leave the programme with real commercial experience, global exposure, and a strong professional foundation within an organisation that is actively shaping the future of AI, digital transformation, and smarter technology worldwide.
