Data Protection Intern

SAP iXp Intern: Data Protection & Privacy Compliance

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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 the SAP Internship Experience Program (iXp) 

The SAP Internship Experience Program (iXp) is SAP’s global, paid internship initiative designed to help students find purpose in their careers through real-world, impactful projects. 

Why join SAP as an intern? 

1. Culture of Collaboration: Work alongside mentors, connect with peers globally, and expand your network. 

2. Project-Based Learning: Gain hands-on experience through meaningful team contributions. 

3. Professional Growth: Be part of a global organization and gain visibility into career pathways at SAP. 

About the Team 

The Data Protection Cloud and Procedure Compliance (DP CPC) team works to assess, support, and guide data protection compliance activities across SAP cloud solutions. The team is international, with members located primarily in Brazil and Germany, and closely collaborates with stakeholders across all business areas of SAP. 

About the Role 

We are looking for a motivated and organized student to join the Data Protection team in our São Leopoldo office. This position is ideal for students looking to develop professional soft skills, gain practical knowledge of global privacy regulations, and contribute to high-visibility projects at a global scale. 

You will support the team across process automation, project coordination, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration. 

What You’ll Do 

• Learn about data protection and how SAP addresses compliance globally, including practical knowledge of applicable regulations such as GDPR, LGPD, and other local privacy laws 

• Collaborate with colleagues across different functions and geographies 

• Contribute to team initiatives focused on continuous improvement 

• Help maintain and improve documentation, internal processes, and compliance platform materials 

• Explore and apply AI tools in day-to-day tasks, such as using generative AI assistants to support drafting communications, organizing information, and improving team workflows, while building knowledge in emerging AI-assisted ways of working 

What You Bring 

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at university 

• Able to work on-site in São Leopoldo, Brazil in a hybrid model 

• Motivation to work both independently and collaboratively in virtual, global teams 

• Ability to prioritize and organize daily activities according to deadlines 

• Fluency in English (written and spoken) 

Nice to Have 

• Experience with tools like Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel), SharePoint, Teams, or other collaborative platforms 

• Previous experience with data protection, project management and/or customer support 

• Curiosity about data protection and privacy regulations and compliance 

• Curiosity and basic familiarity with AI tools (such as generative AI assistants or AI-powered features) — no technical background required, just a growth mindset and openness to integrating AI into daily work 

Work Experience 

No previous work experience is required — we’re looking for students who are curious, proactive, and ready to grow. 

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.
Requisition ID: 458928  | Work Area: Administration  | Expected Travel: 0 - 10%  | Career Status: Student  | Employment Type: Limited Full Time   | Additional Locations:  #LI-Hybrid