elea Talent Program

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elea Talent Program

The elea Talent Program (eTP) is directed towards motivated and talented university graduates. As an Associate at elea you will get exposure to the global entrepreneurship sphere and gain work experience in different countries across the globe, while at the same time experience training, coaching, and continuous support from the whole elea team.

In 2026, elea is recruiting its first cohort in South Africa, a significant milestone in strengthening our global team. By developing local talent with close connections to the markets we work in, we both enhance our ability to identify, understand, and support entrepreneurial solutions where they matter most, and create meaningful employment opportunities in the region. The South Africa cohort will join elea in January 2027. Going forward, the elea Talent Program recruits across our three hubs in Johannesburg, Mexico City, and Zurich. At the beginning of each year, elea will announce which location will open recruitment for the upcoming cohort, along with details on the application process.

Over the course of two years, you will be exposed to all functions across the whole elea model:

Key development goals of the elea Talent Program

Ability to assess companies by analyzing their business model, financial performance, and potential impact
Understanding and application of different types of investment mechanisms
Significant improvement of soft and hard skills through training programs, on-the-job learning, and coaching
Holistic understanding of all aspects of elea's operations
Personal growth and identification of the most suitable specialization path within elea

Who are we looking for?

For our first cohort in South Africa, we are looking for motivated university graduates who are based in or willing to relocate to Johannesburg.

We are looking for individuals who ...

... want to invest time and energy in a professional and meaningful way
... are interested in innovative companies in the early growth stage
... are ambitious, highly committed, and enjoy working in teams
... are open-minded and willing to travel within Africa and to Asia, Latin America, and Switzerland
… are based in Johannesburg or willing to relocate to Johannesburg

Applicants should
have ...

... an above average degree (Bachelor or Honours)
… a valid work permit for South Africa
... excellent analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills
... proficiency in English, additional languages spoken on the African continent are an advantage
... ideally gained leadership experience in an academic, professional, or extracurricular setting

Curious to learn more?

Head over to our FAQs about the elea Talent Program, where we've answered the most common questions on:

Or, watch Greta, who is based in Zurich, share her insights on the elea Talent Program.

elea Talent Program