Graduate Data Analyst Traineeship

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience

Mentorship

Diverse datasets

Stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking enthusiastic graduates for a Data Analyst Traineeship in Rustenburg, North West. You will gain hands-on experience in data manipulation, analysis, and visualization, preparing dashboards and reports for stakeholders.

Ideal candidates hold a quantitative degree and are eager to learn SQL, Excel, R, Python, and BI tools. Eligibility to work in South Africa is required, with mentorship and industry exposure throughout the program.

Qualifications

• 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 (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.

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.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Education

Statistics/Mathematics/Economics/Data Science degree

Tools

Excel

R

Python

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.