Employer: Eris Property Group
Industry: Commercial Real Estate, Property Development, Asset Management, Valuations & ESG
Location: Sandton, Johannesburg, Gauteng (On-Site)
Position Type: 12-Month Fixed-Term Graduate Placement (Intake 2027)
Target Candidates: Honours / BTech / Degree Graduates in Property, Construction, QS, Valuations, or Finance
Compensation: Market-Related Property Graduate Stipend / Salary
Posted Date: 08 October 2026
Closing Date: Friday, 23 October 2026
About Eris Property Group & The Graduate Programme
Eris Property Group is a premier fully integrated commercial property development and services group in South Africa, celebrating sixteen years of running its industry-leading Graduate Programme.
The Eris Graduate Programme (2027 Intake) serves as a practical bridge between academic qualifications and a flourishing leadership career in real estate. Over a structured 12-month rotation in Sandton, graduates gain immersive exposure across core commercial property disciplines under the direct mentorship of seasoned industry executives, building a clear trajectory toward permanent roles and management positions within the group.
Rotational Exposure & Property Disciplines
During the 12-month placement, graduates participate in comprehensive rotational training across key operational areas:
- Property Valuations & Asset Management: Perform commercial asset analysis, financial modeling, portfolio valuations, and value-creation strategies.
- Property Development & Construction Management: Gain hands-on exposure to project development workflows, team collaboration, site execution, and bringing commercial builds to life.
- Investment, Fund Management & ESG: Analyze fund performance, sustainability metrics, environmental standards, and property investment portfolios.
- Property & Facilities Management: Learn operational building management, tenant relations, lease administration, and facility maintenance protocols.
Candidate Eligibility & Eligible Qualifications
To open the door to the 2027 intake, applicants must possess one of the following qualifications:
- Eligible Degrees / Diplomas:
- BSc Property Studies (Hons)
- BSc Quantity Surveying (Hons)
- BSc Construction Management (Hons)
- BCom Hons Property Valuation & Management
- BTech Facilities Management
- BCom Finance
- Location Readiness: Must be based in or able to commute to Sandton, Johannesburg for the 12-month tenure.
- Attributes: Intellectually curious, proactive, adaptable, and eager to take ownership of real-world property projects.
Application Instructions & Email Submission
- Prepare Application Package: Gather your updated CV, certified copies of tertiary qualifications, and full academic transcripts/records.
- Recipient Email: Send your complete application package directly to
recruitment@eris.co.za. - Recommended Email Subject Line:
Application: 2027 Eris Graduate Programme - [Your Degree Name] - Strict Closing Deadline: All applications must be submitted on or before Friday, 23 October 2026.
Sample Selection & Interview Questions
Commercial Property & Valuations
- Question (Commercial Asset Valuation): “How do you apply income capitalization and discounted cash flow (DCF) methods when valuing a multi-tenant commercial office park in Sandton?”
- Question (Property Development & ESG): “How are modern ESG standards influencing architectural design, energy efficiency, and long-term asset value in modern South African commercial developments?”
How to Apply
Email your CV, qualifications, and full academic transcripts directly to Eris Property Group:
- Employer: Eris Property Group
- Location: Sandton, Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Duration: 12-Month Graduate Placement (2027 Intake)
- Email Application:
recruitment@eris.co.za - Closing Date: Friday, 23 October 2026