Indonesia has been striving to develop its tech industry and is making progress towards becoming a digital economy. The government is implementing various initiatives to promote digital transformation, such as providing digital literacy programs, supporting startups, and developing digital infrastructure.

Many young Indonesians are enthusiastic about pursuing a career in the tech industry due to its potential for growth and high demand for skilled workers. The country has a growing number of tech startups, and some have successfully attracted investment from local and international investors.

However, the education system in Indonesia still faces challenges in preparing students for careers in technology. The curriculum in many schools and universities is not always up-to-date with the latest developments in the industry. Therefore, many young people need to acquire skills through additional courses or training programs outside the formal education system.

Empowering Indonesian Youth in Tech Through SAP STAR

The SAP STAR program provides a comprehensive internship program for students studying in universities across Indonesia. It offers students the chance to work on real projects, learn from experienced professionals, and gain exposure to various aspects of the technology industry.

Through the initiative, students can learn about SAP’s innovative technology solutions, including enterprise resource planning, customer relationship management, supply chain management, and data analytics. They also get a chance to learn about the company’s values, culture, and work environment, which helps them prepare for future careers in the tech industry.

One of the significant benefits of the SAP STAR program is that it provides students with opportunities to apply what they have learned in the classroom to real-world problems. This practical experience can be valuable when seeking future employment as it demonstrates the student’s ability to apply theory to practice.

Moreover, the program gives an excellent platform for networking and building relationships with professionals in the technology industry. Students can learn from experienced mentors and develop relationships that can help them secure future employment opportunities.

Providing Holistic Career Foundations for Students

SAP Indonesia’s Managing Director (MD) Andreas Diantoro highlights that the SAP STAR program demonstrates the importance of know-how and know-who in the world of work. The initiative offers a full-year rotation system where students can explore different roles, build their technical and business skills, and gain experience in various parts of the company.

Throughout the program, students work with mentors who serve as counselors and supervisors. This enables them to learn directly from experienced professionals and gain insights from both SAP and its customers. Additionally, the program aims to provide a holistic and strategic overview of employment in the technology industry, helping students build a solid career foundation.

The SAP STAR program has been running for two periods since 2022, and its rotation system prepares students in a mature way by exposing them to the problems of each division. This comprehensive experience equips them with the skills and competencies needed to succeed in the technology industry.

According to Diantoro, the tech giant has developed an initiative aimed at refining key skills, such as critical and objective thinking, problem-solving and innovation, confident presentation abilities, adeptness with advanced technology, and professionalism coupled with a proactive attitude.

“The point is, SAP STAR participants must be proactive, learn a lot, and get to know their seniors so that this program can positively impact their learning process,” he remarked.

Accessing and Preparing for the Internship Program

Interested individuals can access information about the SAP STAR program and its registration and selection process on SAP’s website. The registration and selection period runs from August to October each year. Candidates can also find details about the qualifications required for SAP STAR participants on the website.

Apart from preparing the necessary documents, candidates should equip themselves with knowledge and insights in the IT and business fields to ensure a smooth selection process. Successful candidates proceed to the onboarding stage, where they get introduced to SAP and the various roles they will undertake during their internship period.

While SAP provides several valuable opportunities for internship activities, candidates are also encouraged to take a proactive approach to get the most out of the program.

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In December 2021, SAP became a founding member of GenU, a global multi-sector partnership with the stated mission of preparing the next generation of workers and contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of Quality Education (#4) and Decent Work and Economic Growth (#8). GenU brings together stakeholders from government, international organizations, civil society, the commercial sector, and youth from all over the world to achieve its goals, such as bridging the gap between secondary-age education, training and employment, as well as entrepreneurship.

Starting in 2019, SAP has partnered with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) to implement GenU’s program, which aims to equip young people from low-income communities with the education, life skills, and employment preparation they need to become productive members of society. UNICEF is the organization that serves as the foundation for the world’s first Public-Private-Youth Partnership (PPYP) known as GenU, which was introduced before the General Assembly of the United Nations in 2018.

Since then, the groups have spread their game-changing educational methods to three million young people across India, Turkey, and Vietnam. Recognizing that teachers are the ones who will spread SAP’s educational vision to their students, UNICEF and GenU’s regional initiatives place a strong emphasis on enhancing their abilities. SAP’s help in Vietnam was a prime illustration of how gamification, augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR) may be used to improve UNICEF’s educational programs.

As a result of these initiatives, 432 educators have been equipped with the knowledge and skills to apply cutting-edge methods of teaching their students in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields through the use of visual and interactive approaches.

Expanding SAP, UNICEF, and GenU’s Partnership

This month, SAP, UNICEF, and GenU expanded their collaboration to launch a pilot program to help disadvantaged youth gain the skills they need to succeed in the digital and sustainable economy. Youth Agency Marketplace (YOMA), GenU’s flagship program, will be utilized in the pilot projects that will be launched in the Philippines, South Africa, and Nigeria.

Kevin Frey, Chief Executive Officer at GenU, said that unemployment among today’s youth is three times higher than those of adults, foretelling an uncertain future for humanity as a whole. He emphasized that in order for young people to be able to keep up with the constantly shifting demands of the job market, they need a complete set of skills that will allow them to compete both locally and internationally.

“I am delighted that SAP and GenU are continuing our long-standing partnership. Together we will support even more young people worldwide to unlock opportunities,” Frey added.

Making SAP Skills Training Available for Young People

SAP and GenU aim to provide over 500,000 young people with opportunities to learn digital and foundational skills by the end of the program’s first year. The partnership will also lend its support to SAP’s Educate to Employ campaign, which targets young adults (those between the ages of 16 and 24) and seeks to equip them with the necessary soft skills, foundational knowledge, and SAP skills through the use of the student zone on the SAP Learning website. In the said platform, students can access free training on the most up-to-date SAP solutions and technologies to launch their professional careers.

According to Christian Klein, Chief Executive Officer and Member of the Executive Board at SAP, it is crucial that young people all across the world get the resources they need to develop their skills and create the future of our global community. Commenting on the expanded partnership with UNICEF and GenU, he remarked:

“We are excited to continue our collaboration with GenU to help empower the next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers around the globe to thrive and create positive change for the societies in which they live and work.”

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