A Dell Young Leader graduate stands in front of a university building.

High-Performing Talent, Ready to Contribute

Your Connection to Tomorrow’s Workforce

The Dell Young Leaders programme connects top employers in South Africa and Kenya to partner with university graduates who combine academic strength, resilience, and real-world preparation. Selected for their drive and trained for impact, they’re equipped to contribute and grow.

Hire with Confidence

We connect you with job-ready graduates who strengthen your talent pipeline and contribute from day one.

Partner with Purpose

These young professionals bring determination, follow-through, and a strong commitment to long-term career growth.

Champion Emerging Talent

Provide mentorship, vacation work, or job shadowing that offers real experience and connects your team with top talent early.

Skilled Talent, Strong Partnerships

Dell Young Leaders are selected for their drive to succeed. With personalised coaching and career preparation, they graduate with the skills, confidence, and readiness to take on high-impact roles. Employers consistently cite their reliability, adaptability, and long-term potential.

Proven Success in Key Industries

Dell Young Leaders graduate into high-demand fields, including these professions:

Banking & Finance

Accounting, Actuarial Science, Quants

Business & Consulting

Business Science, Economics, Management Studies

Data & Technology

Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics

Education & Social Impact

Foundation and Intermediate Phase Teaching, Social Work

Engineering & Energy

Chemical, Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering

Health Care & Administration

Medical Doctors, Allied Health and Oral Health Professionals

Legal & Compliance

LLB Law, Commercial Law

Retail & FMCG

Food Science, Operations, Supply Chain

Science & Research

Agricultural Sciences, Biotechnology, Mathematics

Graduates are well-rounded, arrive at interviews prepared, and take up the developmental opportunities presented to them. This offers the perfect partnership between our business and the programme – shaping what we can achieve together for the future.

Leah Prinsloo

Talent Acquisition Specialist, FirstRand

Dell Young Leaders show up with an eagerness to learn, a willingness to embrace opportunities, and an openness to feedback. These are the types of leaders we want in our organisation for the future.

Carlyn Roberts

Senior Associate, Graduate Recruitment, EY

Through this programme, we welcomed several outstanding new hires who have demonstrated exceptional resilience, motivation, and drive. Their talent and commitment continue to elevate the strength and future potential of our organisation.

Candice Franken

Human Resource Business Partner, Circana

Frequently Asked Questions

Each year, qualifying students are invited to apply to the Dell Young Leaders programme. Students are required to be in their first year of study in a professional or in-demand degree. Students are also required to be eligible for financial aid based on household income.

We connect with our student candidates to learn more about their aspirations, as well as their university and career goals, prior to inviting them to join the programme. Applications from students outside of those individuals invited to apply, are not accepted at this time.

The best way to find Dell Young Leaders students and graduates who are looking for employment opportunities is to visit dellyoungleaders.org/candidates. There you can browse all of the Dell Young Leaders who could join your team, add them to a list, and submit a request for more information about the candidates.

Each request goes directly to our dedicated staff who support employers’ recruitment needs and help students to secure placement. You can also send us your general requests, and our team will reach out to discuss how the programme can support your talent search.

Students receive career advice and guidance, professional skills training, and real-world exposure through internships and case studies, ensuring they are ready to enter the workplace upon graduation.

Yes. Employers can connect with students through internships, job shadowing, and networking opportunities. These curated engagements allow you to build relationships early and identify future hires before they enter the job market.

No. Our mission is to support students from university graduation and into meaningful employment. Our programme costs and partnership services are fully funded by the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation.