More than a Graduate Programme
This is your launchpad to a successful career
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What you learn during the BBD Graduate Programme
Our Graduate Programme has been carefully put together to bridge the gap between what you’ve learnt at university, and the skills you need to flourish in the IT industry and at BBD.
The year-long programme starts in January and not only gives you hands-on project experience from day 1, but also exposes you to different languages, tools, approaches and methodologies to grow the breadth of your technical knowledge. By taking part in both group and individual learning with the help of dedicated advisors and mentors, this really is the launchpad for a successful career in software development.
We’ve also made sure to pack our programme with all the good stuff! Because we wouldn’t be BBD if we didn’t have fun while working hard. From battle decks, team events, and game jams to tech talks and guest lectures – it’s a year like no other.
Programme breakdown
We’ve broken the programme down into 4 key areas, each helping you get more technically savvy and comfortable with what you need to know so that you can thrive in this industry.
Deeper tech knowledge
C#
Java
JavaScript
Databases
System design
Web
Security fundamentals
Cloud
Individualised learning
Project experience
Learning through fun
C#
Java
JavaScript
Databases
System design
Web
Security fundamentals
Cloud
Why you want to work with us
- Offices around the world
- Gamified Continuous Learning Programme
- Own annual tech event – Esc@pe
- Onsite tech lab
- Over 800 super clever tech experts
- We attend and sponsor major conferences
- Proudly empower talented female coders
- Founded programme with Umuzi
- Founding partner of WeThinkCode_
- Heavily involved in tech community
- AWS Select and Well-Architected Partner
- Azure Gold Partner
- Cultural exchanges between office
- Epic internal events and parties
- Endless opportunities to grow
- Easy access to mentoring
- Vibrant company culture
- Exposure to a myriad of technologies
From grad to… CEO (and everything in between)
Did you know our CEO started as a grad back in the day? We’ve had quite a few grads start with BBD over the years, even before we had an official Grad Programme. As they’ve grown in knowledge and skill, these alumni have made some incredible career moves in BBD. Take a look at some of their journeys
