Description:
At SITA, we keep airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our technology and communication innovations power the success of the global air travel industry.
You'll find us in 95% of international airports, working closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients. Each partnership brings unique challenges, and we thrive on delivering fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to keep operations running like clockwork. We don't just move the world forward-we're proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work® by 79% of our employees and certified in most of our growing locations. Here, we feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow.
Are you ready to love your job?
The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA.
This graduate role is part of SITA at Borders' Talent Accelerator 12-Month Graduate Programme in Lisbon. You will work on business-critical projects across Strategy, Portfolio/Product and Solutioning, helping teams build fact bases, improve processes, develop reusable solution assets and turn insights into practical recommendations. The programme gives you structured exposure to high-value project work and hands-on development. Strong performers will have the opportunity to progress into a second year of deeper specialisation and qualification — building the foundations for a long-term career in SITA Borders.
As a Graduate in Lisbon, you will support and own project activities across Strategy, Product/Portfolio and Solutioning, working with project managers, functional leads and the programme lead. Your exact work will depend on the projects you are assigned to, but examples include:
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Assisting with consulting projects, such as developing customer-facing materials, conducting research and analysis, and translating complex information into clear recommendations and deliverables for internal and external stakeholders.
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Supporting strategy projects, such as market sizing, competitor research and PMO support.
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Contributing to product and portfolio work, such as financial analysis, Power BI dashboards and KPI automation.
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Analysing customer and internal feedback to support product decisions and continuous improvement.
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Supporting solutioning activities, such as bid responses, solution templates and reusable proposal assets.
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Building and maintaining knowledge bases, documentation and reporting packs used across Borders.
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Using AI-enabled tools to support solution design, bid content, documentation and process improvement.
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Turning analysis into clear, structured recommendations for stakeholders.
Qualifications:
Education & Qualifications
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BSc and/ or MSc in Business, Economics, Finance, Computer Science or equivalent fields aligned to Product, Solution Design or Strategy.
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Minimum completed BSc degree required.
Experience
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Maximum of 2 years of professional work experience after graduation.
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Internships, university clubs, volunteering or similar initiatives are valued, particularly in consulting, product, technology, analytics, project management or business environments, but not a must-have.
Knowledge & Skills
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Strong analytical mindset, structured problem-solving and ability to turn information into clear outputs.
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Interest in strategy, product management, solution design, technology, AI-enabled process improvement or aviation/borders topics.
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Good communication skills, attention to detail and ability to work with stakeholders across local and global teams.
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Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools; experience with Power BI, data analysis or AI productivity tools is a plus.
Hands-On Aviation Experience: Dive into global aviation operations, applying your skills and gaining real-world experience.-
Career Growth: Develop both technical and communication skills, advancing your professional journey.
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Guidance and Support: Receive support from a Buddy and a Mentor throughout your Graduate experience.
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Continuous Learning: Access training programs to enhance your technical and soft skills.
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Community Connection: Join a vibrant community of Graduates locally and globally, sharing experiences and building lasting connections.
We're all about diversity. We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures. We're really proud of our inclusive environment. Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you get to work from home too. Find out what it's like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever.
Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team's needs)
Flex Day: Make your workday suit your life and plans.
Flex-Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.
Employee Wellbeing: We have got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year.
Professional Development: At SITA, we believe growth fuels innovation. Our learning ecosystem offers access to world-class platforms and programs designed to help you thrive. From LinkedIn Learning, Microsoft's Enterprise Skills Initiative, and Airport Council International -available to all employees-to specialized solutions like Pluralsight for technology upskilling, Harvard Business Publishing for people leadership, Stanford for strategic development and many others, we align learning opportunities with your Development Plan and our business priorities. Your development journey is supported every step of the way.
Competitive Benefits: Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status.
SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify in the application process.
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