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At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

About SAP STAR Program

Global Student Training and Rotation (STAR) Program offers university students hands-on industry experience at SAP, the world’s leading software provider. As part of a global program across 14 countries, STAR students work on real business projects and develop professional skills. Unlike most internships, this program allows students to continue their studies at university without taking a break or needing to graduate first. Upon graduation, you will have opportunities to apply for open positions within SAP and potentially become a valued member of our team.

Education and Qualifications

Open to undergraduate and graduate students who meet the following requirements and process the core competencies listed below.

Expected to graduate in Feb. 2027, Aug. 2027, or Feb. 2028 (required)

Course work in Database, Data Structures, Operating Systems, Algorithms, AI, etc.

Experience in AI coding, such as with github copilot, Cline, Cursor, etc.

Experience in development on Linux environment

Experience in C/C++, Python, and SQL

Intermediate communication skills in English (Fluent is a plus)

Analytical skills combined with the ability to work on complex topics is a plus

An open-minded, problem-solving attitude, resilience, and positive spirit even under challenging conditions

Role Overview: Developer

The program includes a rotation system that allows you to participate in three different projects or teams within the organization. Your first rotation will be in the SQL Engine5

SQL Engine5 is the core query execution engine for SAP HANA, responsible for efficiently executing SQL queries including SELECT statements and Data Manipulation Language (DML) operations (INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE). The team manages the critical pathway that transforms compiled query plans into actual data access and modification operations.

Here is the example of a project topic:

Native JSON Column Support – Contribute to JSON query processing in HANA

Federated Query Processing Optimization – Contribute to optimizing federated query processing

Program & Work Details

18-month structured program with learning, mentorship, and rotations

Employment Type: Fixed-term Intern 18 months

Probation Period: 3 months from the date of hire (extendable if necessary)

The detailed working conditions will be subject to the employment agreement

Full-time (40 hrs/week) during breaks; part-time (20 hrs/week) or full-time during semesters

Flexible hours aligned with academic schedules

Eligible to apply for full-time roles after 9 months and graduation

Supports university field practicum / academic credit programs (대학 현장실습 프로그램 / 학점인정 프로그램).

Hiring Process

Application Deadline: End of April 2026

Phone Interview: February-May 2026

Technical Interview (Bootcamp): Mid-May 2026

Offer Announcement: May to June 2026

Official start date: July 6, 2026

Early applicants may be considered for earlier interviews. Positions may be filled before the application deadline, so early application is encouraged. You may only apply in one of the open positions.

What You Can Expect

Real-world experience at a top global software company

1:1 mentoring and structured training

Opportunity for global exposure and full-time conversion

Competitive intern salary (differentiated for undergraduate and graduate students)

Outstanding students may have opportunities to work abroad in SAP offices across Germany, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, the USA, Spain, or other locations

Participation in SAP’s employee stock purchase program, allowing STAR students to become SAP shareholders

“This is an SAP global, strategic, paid internship placement that provides students with opportunities to find purpose in their careers.”
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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 world.

SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides 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.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.

Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Employment Type: Fixed-term Intern 18 months

Probation Period: 3 months from the date of hire (extendable if necessary)

The detailed working conditions will be subject to the employment agreement

AI Usage in the Recruitment Process

For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our Guidelines for Ethical Usage of AI in the Recruiting Process.

Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.

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