Graduate Data Scientist Intern

Placements24; Benoni; Híbrido; ZAR 67.000 - 112.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote internship

Mentorship by senior data scientists

Stipend and flexible schedule

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is offering a Graduate Data Scientist internship fully remote across South Africa, with guidance from senior data scientists. You will tackle real-world data problems, applying statistics and machine learning in Python or R.

This role emphasizes learning, collaboration, and building a strong portfolio. The program targets fresh graduates with a data-focused degree and a proactive mindset, offering mentorship, practical exposure, and flexible scheduling to fit a remote setup from

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative field (Data Science, CS, Statistics, Mathematics)
• Strong foundation in statistics and machine learning concepts
• Proficiency in Python or R
• Experience with data manipulation libraries (Pandas, NumPy)
• Familiarity with ML libraries (Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch)
• Understanding of data visualization techniques and tools
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting
• Curious and proactive mindset

Responsabilidades

• Assist in collecting, cleaning, and transforming large datasets.
• Perform exploratory data analysis to identify patterns and insights.
• Develop and implement machine learning models for prediction and classification tasks.
• Evaluate model performance and iterate on improvements.
• Create data visualizations to communicate findings effectively.
• Collaborate with senior data scientists on research projects.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code (Python or R).
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to project discussions.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in data science and AI.
• Document methodologies and findings clearly and concisely.

Conocimientos

Python

R

Pandas

NumPy

Scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Data visualization

Analytical thinking

Educación

Bachelor's or Master's in Data Science, CS, Stats, Math

Herramientas

Jupyter

Git

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge AI and machine learning solutions provider, is seeking bright and analytical Graduate Data Scientists for an internship position. This role is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within **South Africa**, fostering a truly global and collaborative environment. You will have the opportunity to work on challenging real-world data problems, applying advanced statistical techniques and machine learning algorithms under the guidance of experienced data scientists. This is an exceptional learning opportunity for individuals passionate about data and its potential to drive innovation. We are committed to nurturing emerging talent and providing a strong foundation for a career in data science.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting, cleaning, and transforming large datasets.
• Perform exploratory data analysis to identify patterns and insights.
• Develop and implement machine learning models for prediction and classification tasks.
• Evaluate model performance and iterate on improvements.
• Create data visualizations to communicate findings effectively.
• Collaborate with senior data scientists on research projects.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code (primarily in Python or R).
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to project discussions.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in data science and AI.
• Document methodologies and findings clearly and concisely.

Requirements

• A recent Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong foundation in statistical concepts and machine learning algorithms.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R.
• Experience with data manipulation libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy).
• Familiarity with machine learning libraries (e.g., Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Understanding of data visualization techniques and tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• A curious and proactive mindset, eager to learn and contribute.

Benefits

This internship offers a competitive stipend, providing valuable financial support while you gain essential industry experience. You will gain practical exposure to real-world data science challenges and work with state-of-the-art tools and technologies. Mentorship from experienced professionals will guide your learning journey. The fully remote nature of this role allows for unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance, supporting collaboration across different time zones, with the conceptual hub being in **Benoni, Gauteng, ZA**. This is an ideal opportunity to build your portfolio and network within the AI and data science community, preparing your company for future career opportunities.