Graduate Data Analyst Traineeship

Placements24; Randfontein; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship by data professionals

Hands-on data projects

Opportunity for full-time graduateRole

Job summary

Placements24 seeks enthusiastic and analytical graduates to join its Data Analyst Traineeship program in Rustenburg. You will manipulate, analyze, and visualize large datasets to extract insights and support strategic decisions.

The role emphasizes curiosity, attention to detail, and quantitative aptitude, with mentorship and hands-on experience in modern data tools and techniques.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with degree in a quantitative field.
• Strong understanding of statistics and analytics.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, R, Python) is an advantage.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new data technologies.
• Eligible to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Clean, transform, and prepare data for analysis.
• Perform statistical analysis to identify trends.
• Develop reports and dashboards to visualize insights.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales to understand data needs.
• Assist in data models and predictive analytics.
• Learn SQL for querying and manipulation.
• Use Tableau or Power BI for visualization.
• Identify opportunities for data-driven improvements.
• Present findings to management.

Skills

Statistical concepts

Analytical techniques

Excel

R

Python

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Data Science, or related quantitative field

Tools

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a data-driven marketing firm, is looking for enthusiastic and analytical graduates to join their Data Analyst Traineeship program in Rustenburg, North West. This is an exciting opportunity to gain practical experience in data manipulation, analysis, and visualization. You will work with large datasets, extract meaningful insights, and contribute to strategic business decisions. We seek individuals who are curious, detail-oriented, and possess a strong quantitative aptitude. This program is designed to transform promising graduates into skilled data professionals, equipping them with the latest tools and techniques in data science. The company prides itself on fostering a learning environment where new ideas are encouraged and professional growth is paramount. Interns will have the chance to work on diverse projects that impact client success and company strategy, all within the vibrant context of Rustenburg, North West.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean, transform, and prepare data for analysis using various tools.
• Perform statistical analysis to identify trends and patterns in datasets.
• Develop reports and dashboards to visualize data insights for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to understand data needs.
• Assist in the creation of data models and predictive analytics.
• Contribute to the development of data collection strategies.
• Learn and apply SQL for data querying and manipulation.
• Gain experience with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
• Identify opportunities for data-driven improvements in business processes.
• Present findings and recommendations to management and team members.

Requirements

• A recent graduate with a degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Data Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong understanding of statistical concepts and analytical techniques.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, R, Python) is an advantage.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Good communication and presentation abilities.
• A keen interest in data analysis and its business applications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new data technologies.
• Must be eligible to work in South Africa.

Benefits

• Invaluable hands-on experience in data analysis and interpretation.
• Mentorship from experienced data professionals.
• Opportunity to work with diverse datasets and cutting-edge tools.
• Potential for a full-time graduate role upon successful completion of the traineeship.
• A stimulating work environment focused on learning and innovation.
• Exposure to real-world business challenges and solutions.
• Develop sought-after skills in data science and analytics.
• Receive a competitive traineeship stipend.