Data Analytics Apprentice: Mentored Training

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive on‑the‑job training

Mentorship from industry experts

Potential for permanent employment

Exposure to BI tools and dashboards

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Johannesburg, Gauteng, is seeking a Junior Data Analyst Apprentice to join their dynamic analytics team. This apprenticeship offers hands-on training, mentorship from experienced professionals, and real-world exposure to data workflows and business intelligence projects.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates with a quantitative degree, strong numerical ability, and a keen eagerness to learn.

Qualifications

• Recent degree or diploma in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Strong numerical aptitude and analytical thinking.
• Basic understanding of data analysis principles and concepts.
• Familiarity with spreadsheet software (e.g., Microsoft Excel) is essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and organize large datasets from various sources.
• Assist in exploratory data analysis under supervision to identify trends and patterns.
• Help in creating reports and visualizations to communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions on data-driven insights.
• Learn and apply statistical methods and analytical techniques under supervision.
• Develop proficiency in data manipulation tools and programming languages relevant to the role.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity throughout the analysis process.
• Shadow experienced data analysts to understand real-world applications of concepts.
• Contribute to the development of dashboards and business intelligence tools.
• Undertake learning modules and practical assignments as part of the apprenticeship program.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Numerical aptitude

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelors or Diploma in Statistics/Math/CS/Economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

WhatJobs Direct in Johannesburg, Gauteng, is seeking a Junior Data Analyst Apprentice to join their dynamic analytics team. This apprenticeship offers hands-on training, mentorship from experienced professionals, and real-world exposure to data workflows and business intelligence projects.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates with a quantitative degree, strong numerical ability, and a keen eagerness to learn.