Job: Geographic Information System Intern

Spane4all; Howick; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Sappi is offering a one-year internship for a recent graduate in Geoinformatics or Environmental Science (GIS major) to gain real-world experience in solving spatial data requirements in our Forestry division. Interns are supported by mentors who guide the programme and development during the year.

The role involves investigating spatial data needs, maintaining spatial datasets, responding to spatial queries, and performing basic remote sensing analytics under supervision.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geoinformatics or Geography or equivalent with GIS as a major subject.
• No prior experience required.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Teams).

Responsibilities

• Investigate, analyse and provide solutions to spatial data requirements.
• Assist in maintaining spatial data and various spatial analyses.
• Provide service to business units regarding spatial queries.
• Complete basic remote sensing analytics.

Skills

GIS knowledge

Analytical thinking

Education

Geoinformatics or Geography degree with GIS major

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Sappi is offering a one-year internship for a recent graduate with a Geoinformatics or Environmental Science (majoring in GIS) degree to gain real-world experience in providing solutions for spatial data requirements in our Forestry division.Our interns are supported by competent and committed mentors who will guide your programme and development during the year.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, analyse and provide solutions to spatial data requirements
• Assist in maintaining spatial data and various spatial analyses
• Provide service to Sappi business units regarding spatial queries
• Complete basic remote sensing analytics

Qualifications

• Degree in Geoinformatics or Geography or equivalent with GIS as a major subject
• No prior experience required
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Teams)

Graduate Internship Programme - Geographic Information Systems (GIS) X1 (3 Year Fixed Term Contract)

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Graduate Programme