NTT DATA Young Talent Graduate Programme
NTT DATA (formerly Dimension Data)
NTT DATA's Young Talent Graduate Programme is a 24-month, fully paid graduate placement for young South Africans with a three-year IT, commerce or engineering qualification. It is based at NTT's Bryanston head office and gives graduates structured exposure to real tech, business and engineering project work as a launch pad into the global NTT DATA group.
- Amount
- Paid 24-month graduate placement
- Deadline
- Closed 31 August 2026
- Duration
- 24 months
- Renewable
- No
Eligible Fields of Study
NTT DATA (formerly Dimension Data) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Under 25 years old
- ✓ Completed (or completing) a three-year diploma or degree in IT, commerce or engineering
- ✓ Strong academic record
- ✓ Willing to be based at NTT DATA's Bryanston, Johannesburg head office
- ✓ Demonstrated interest in technology and problem solving
What's Included
- ✓ Full-time paid employment for 24 months
- ✓ Structured rotational exposure across NTT DATA's teams
- ✓ Hands-on work on live client projects
- ✓ Mentorship from senior NTT DATA technologists and consultants
- ✓ Access to certifications and learning pathways
- ✓ Strong pipeline into permanent roles within the global NTT group
How to Apply
Steps to complete your NTT DATA (formerly Dimension Data) bursary application
- 1
Visit careers.services.global.ntt and search for the Young Talent Graduate Programme
- 2
Create a candidate profile and upload your CV and qualifications
- 3
Complete the online application form
- 4
Pass online assessments (technical and behavioural)
- 5
Attend an interview if shortlisted
- 6
Sign the graduate programme contract if selected
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified copy of South African ID
- 📄 Certified Matric certificate
- 📄 Certified university or college academic transcripts
- 📄 Proof of qualification (or expected completion)
- 📄 Up-to-date CV
- 📄 Cover letter outlining your interest in NTT DATA
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the NTT DATA programme a bursary or a graduate job?
- It is a paid 24-month graduate placement, not a study bursary. You need to have already completed (or be completing) a three-year IT, commerce or engineering qualification to be eligible.
- Where is the NTT DATA programme based?
- The programme is based at NTT DATA's head office in Bryanston, Johannesburg. You will need to be willing to work from there for the duration of the programme.
- Is there an age limit?
- Yes. Applicants must be under 25 years old at the time of application.
- What happens after the 24 months?
- Most successful candidates are placed into permanent roles within NTT DATA or the broader NTT group, depending on performance and business need.
2027 applications have closed
The 2027 application window closed on 31 August 2026.
Check NTT DATA (formerly Dimension Data)'s official site for the next application window.
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