Episodes

  • InternView – Inside SAP's Internship ExperienceProgram with Christine Archer
    Aug 15 2025
    Welcome to our new SAP Learning Insights mini series “InternView”, a student-led podcast offering an insider's look at SAP's internship and early career opportunities. In this debut episode, hosts JoAnn and Eden met with Christine Archer, Global Head of the SAP Internship Experience Program (iXp), for an in-depth conversation about intern life and career development opportunities at one of the world's largest software companies. Discover how SAP is pioneering new approaches to internships, helping over 2,000 interns each year unlock their full potential through the SAP Internship Experience Program (iXp).
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    29 mins
  • SAP Learning Insights InternView – A new mini series from students for students at SAP
    Aug 14 2025
    Join David Chaviano as he sits down with Svenja Römer to explore what listeners can anticipate from "InternView" SAP's new Learning Insights mini-series podcast. Created entirely by students of the SAP Internship Experience Program (iXp), this podcast is ideal for current students, recent graduates, and anyone curious about SAPs Internship Experience Program, career opportunities for students at SAP, and the vibrant individuals behind the scenes.
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    3 mins
  • Sustainability Update - with Michael Jordan
    Jul 21 2025
    In this episode, David Chaviano met again with Michael Jordan, Education Portfolio Manager & Academic Ambassador at SAP with a focus on data-science and sustainability. After Michael gave in episode #23 an overview on sustainability and explained how SAP supports businesses to run in a more sustainable way, today’s episode focuses on where we are standing with sustainability and concepts of circular economy in businesses and if all this is finally relevant for students and learners. And at the end of this episode, Michael of course shares some final words of wisdom with you.
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    27 mins
  • Vower and SAP
    Jul 3 2025
    In this SAP Learning Insights episode, David Chaviano interviews Rejoice Jones, founder of Vower, who transformed from a fifth-grade teacher to running a global learning and training organization in just two years. Rejoice discovered SAP through a 2021 pro bono program and launched the Digital Skills Initiative, training over 1,500 learners across 27 countries. Her accelerated bootcamps focus on underrepresented individuals, achieving remarkable success with graduates landing SAP consulting roles at companies like Accenture, often doubling their salaries. VOWER combines technical SAP certification training with soft skills development, career counseling, and direct job placement, creating a holistic approach to workforce development in the SAP ecosystem. And finally, as always our guest shares some final words of wisdom.
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    25 mins
  • Free SAP Certification and Training Systems for Students
    May 22 2025
    In this podcast episode, David Chaviano discusses the SAP Learning Hub Student Edition, which offers students and faculty the opportunity to earn their first SAP certification for free. Registrants can also gain access to live training systems and can attend live sessions at no cost.
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    7 mins
  • RISE withSAP with Zaven Kojakian, KES Solutions
    Apr 2 2025
    In this episode, David Chaviano talks with Zaven Kojakian, founder of KES Solutions, about SAP's RISE offering from the perspective of an SAP partner. Zaven outlines his personal story in IT and his passion for cybersecurity education, emphasizing the vital role partners play in delivering SAP software. In particular, he highlights the growing demand for skilled professionals in SAP and cybersecurity, urging organizations to internally assess their processes to align with RISE’s transformative capabilities. Zaven encourages continuous learning and certification for newcomers, underlining the need and interest of businesses in this field. And finally, as always our guest shares some final words of wisdom.
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    35 mins
  • Techture – Emotional Intelligence – How will we work together in the future?
    Feb 17 2025
    In the final episode of the SAP Learning Insights Podcast miniseries "Texture," Magdalena Glass discusses the importance of emotional intelligence in the workplace with Nadjeshta Teranczewski, founder of ConsciousU. They explore the concept of "conscious tribes," which emphasizes empathy and deep connections among team members. This episode highlights practical strategies for enhancing communication, especially in remote settings, and encourages listeners to view emotional intelligence as a shared responsibility for a more connected work environment.
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    45 mins
  • Learning ABAP Programming with Dr. Clemens Mannert
    Jan 20 2025
    For this episode David Chaviano invited Dr. Clemens Mannert to talk about the programming language ABAP, developed specifically for SAP applications. They explore Clemens's journey from physics to software development and deep dive into the evolution of ABAP from its initial use cases for reporting and transactions to its modern applications involving back-end services, APIs and AI. Clemens provides recommended learning paths for newcomers, highlighting the importance of mastering foundational programming languages before diving into ABAP. He also gives some outlook on the future of ABAP in relation to emerging technologies, particularly the role of artificial intelligence in streamlining development processes. Finally, you get as always some final words of wisdom from our guest.
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    23 mins