Data Analytics Graduate Programme — Hybrid, Mentorship & Growth

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 100,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Mentorship program

Competitive intern salary

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Office facilities in Johannesburg

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a leading analytics firm in Johannesburg to launch your career through the Data Analyst Programme. You will work with cutting-edge tools and real-world datasets to derive business insights, while learning from a supportive team in a dynamic city.

This hybrid role blends on-site collaboration with remote flexibility, includes comprehensive training, and offers pathways to full-time opportunities after completion.

Qualifications

• A recent graduate with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language commonly used in data analysis (e.g., Python, R).
• Familiarity with SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex data concepts to non-technical audiences.
• A proactive attitude and a strong desire to learn and grow.
• Previous internship or project experience in data analysis is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior analysts in data collection, cleaning, and preprocessing from various sources.
• Develop and implement data models and structures to support analytical needs.
• Perform exploratory data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
• Create clear and concise reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate findings.
• Support the development of predictive models and analytical solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and business objectives.
• Contribute to data quality initiatives and ensure data integrity.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and tools in data analytics.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Python

R language

SQL

Communication

Presentation

Learning mindset

Internship experience

Education

Quantitative degree

Tools

SQL

Job description

Placements24 is partnering with a leading analytics firm in Johannesburg to launch your career through the Data Analyst Programme. You will work with cutting-edge tools and real-world datasets to derive business insights, while learning from a supportive team in a dynamic city.

This hybrid role blends on-site collaboration with remote flexibility, includes comprehensive training, and offers pathways to full-time opportunities after completion.