Why Ericsson?
Every day, billions of people rely on Ericsson technology to stay connected. Behind those connections are teams constantly looking for smarter ways to work through automation, digital solutions, data, and AI.
This opportunity is designed for emerging talent who want to combine technology, business understanding, and innovation while gaining hands-on experience in a global technology company. You'll work on real projects that improve how teams collaborate, automate processes, and use data to make better decisions.
About this opportunity:
Join Ericsson's Planning & Analytics team and help shape the future of how digital solutions, automation, and AI are used across the business.
Working closely with business stakeholders and digital experts, you'll contribute to building applications, automations, analytics solutions, and AI-powered experiences that simplify processes, improve efficiency, and create better ways of working.
What you will do:
- Design and enhance digital solutions using Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Copilot Studio
- Develop Python-based solutions for automation, integrations, and data processing
- Support the creation of dashboards, reports, and business insights
- Explore and prototype AI and Generative AI use cases for business applications
- Improve business processes through automation and digital innovation
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into practical solutions
- Contribute to application design, user experience improvements, and solution testing
- Support documentation, continuous improvement initiatives, and solution adoption
- Stay informed about emerging technologies and help identify new opportunities for innovation
Who You Are:
We are looking for individuals with strong potential who are excited to learn, innovate, and make an impact:
- Recently graduated or in the early stages of your professional career
- Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Information Systems, or a related field
- Interest in automation, digital solutions, data, and AI technologies
- Knowledge of Python, business applications, analytics, or low-code development platforms is an advantage
- Curious about Generative AI and how technology can solve business challenges
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Collaborative, proactive, and eager to learn
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with both business and technical stakeholders
What You'll Gain:
- Real project experience from day one
- Hands-on exposure to automation, digital solutions, data, and AI technologies
- Opportunities to work with Microsoft Power Platform, Python, and emerging AI tools
- Learning, mentoring, networking, and leadership exposure opportunities
- Collaboration with colleagues across countries, functions, and markets
- Practical experience at the intersection of technology, innovation, and business transformation
Program Highlights:
- 12-month paid assignment
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Designed as an immersive experience, with regular office collaboration helping you learn faster, build stronger connections, and become an active part of the team
Ericsson South Africa recruits in line with its Employment Equity plan and will therefore give preference to suitably qualified candidates who are members of designated groups. Would you like to take a tour to "Life at Ericsson MEA", visit short video Click Here
Why join Ericsson?
At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply?
Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.
Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.
Primary country and city: South Africa (ZA) || Woodmead
Req ID: 788158
Skills Required
- Recently graduated or in the early stages of professional career
- Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Information Systems, or related field
- Interest in automation, digital solutions, data, and AI technologies
- Knowledge of Python, business applications, analytics, or low-code development platforms
- Curiosity about Generative AI and its business applications
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Collaborative, proactive, and eager to learn
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with both business and technical stakeholders
What the Team is Saying
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Ericsson Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage includes employer‑verified medical, dental, and vision plans, along with HSAs/FSAs and EAP/mental‑health support. Wellbeing initiatives are highlighted as part of Life at Ericsson.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company matching that is employer‑verified, with mentions of match levels varying by time and team and pension support in some regions. This is frequently cited as a solid pillar of the package.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is described as competitive in many U.S. postings, with examples up to 16 weeks maternity and 6 weeks parental/adoption at 100% pay. Family‑friendly policies and return‑to‑work support are also called out.
Ericsson Insights
What We Do
Ericsson builds the digital connectivity the world relies on. Our technology underpins the mobile networks, platforms, and systems that billions of people, businesses, and societies depend on every day. We are a global leader in communications technology, delivering mobile network infrastructure, cloud software, and wireless connectivity solutions for service providers and enterprises worldwide. Our networks support connectivity across 180+ countries, helping power everyday communication as well as critical digital services at global scale. Connectivity has evolved far beyond consumer mobile use. Today, nearly 80% of the world’s population accesses the internet via mobile networks, and Ericsson is helping shape what comes next. We are advancing 5G and 5G Advanced, developing network APIs that open connectivity to the global developer ecosystem, and applying automation and AI to make networks more intelligent, efficient, and resilient. Ericsson was the first company to launch live 5G networks on five continents, and our 5G platform is now commercially live in 150+ networks across 60+ countries. We also support more than 36,000 enterprise customers, enabling secure, high-performance connectivity for industries such as manufacturing, aviation, logistics, utilities, and public safety, where reliability and performance are mission critical. Innovation is central to how we work. Ericsson has approximately 28,000 employees in research and development, backed by one of the strongest intellectual property portfolios in the industry with 60,000+ granted patents. Our engineers, researchers, and technologists work across 100+ global R&D sites, helping define how networks evolve and how digital infrastructure is built for the long term. As the world moves toward a mobile-first, AI-powered, and cloud-driven future, connectivity becomes the foundation for digital transformation across every industry. Ericsson is building that foundation, shaping the future of digital connectivity through technology that operates at global scale and supports real-world impact, today and for what comes next.
Why Work With Us
Ericsson is a place for people who want to work on technology that powers everyday life. You’ll contribute to large-scale systems used every day, tackle complex challenges in live environments, and keep developing your skills and career in your own vision.
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Ericsson adopts a hybrid work model globally because we know balance matters. Sometimes things are better in real life. Other times we can be more productive at home. Our hybrid approach gives you the best of both worlds.
