{"id":2710,"date":"2025-07-30T22:50:56","date_gmt":"2025-07-30T19:50:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/?p=2710"},"modified":"2025-07-30T22:50:58","modified_gmt":"2025-07-30T19:50:58","slug":"data-science-internship-csir-pretoria-south-africa-open-until-filled","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/data-science-internship-csir-pretoria-south-africa-open-until-filled\/","title":{"rendered":"Data Science Internship \u2013 CSIR (Pretoria, South Africa) \u2013 Open Until Filled"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Job Opportunity: Data Science Internship \u2013 CSIR (Pretoria, South Africa) \u2013 Open Until Filled<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Pretoria, South Africa<br><strong>Closing Date:<\/strong> Open Until Filled<br><strong>Position Type:<\/strong> Internship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Overview<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is offering internship opportunities within the <strong>Data Intensive Research Initiative of South Africa (DIRISA)<\/strong>, part of the National Integrated Cyberinfrastructure System (NICIS). Hosted by the Next Generation Enterprises and Institutions cluster, this internship is designed to provide recent graduates with hands-on experience in research, data science, and innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Interns will contribute to impactful data-driven projects under the guidance of experienced researchers and engineers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Responsibilities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>-Support DIRISA projects by identifying user needs, collecting and analyzing data, interpreting results, and presenting visual insights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Apply machine learning, data mining, and statistical algorithms to help solve real-world challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Assist with software development for DIRISA\u2019s data-focused initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Participate in DIRISA outreach programmes such as the Student Datathon Challenge and Coding School through challenge design, training, and content updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Attend technical and on-the-job training sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Contribute to knowledge development by engaging in conferences, symposiums, and related events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Requirements and Skills<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Minimum Qualifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Bachelor\u2019s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Information Technology, or related fields.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Honours degree and certifications in Data Science will be advantageous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Participation in the DIRISA Student Datathon Challenge is an added advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Technical Skills:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Understanding of the data science lifecycle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, scripting, and Linux OS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Exposure to software development and web frameworks for prototyping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Competencies:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Effective verbal and written communication skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Ability to work independently and collaboratively in diverse teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Good time management and attention to detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Join CSIR?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be part of a national initiative focused on building data science capabilities in South Africa.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work with top researchers and engineers on cutting-edge technology projects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain practical skills and experience in data-driven research and development.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d267fb5b6bf76c029acb928277af58c2\" style=\"color:#ff0000\">APPLICATION PROCESS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/apply-for-data-science-internship-csir-pretoria-south-africa-open-until-filled\/\">APPLY HERE<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list wp-block-latest-posts\"><li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/post-11-77-messenger-x2-posts-limpopo\/\">POST 11\/77: Messenger (X2 Posts) \u2013 Limpopo<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/department-of-justice-and-constitutional-development-vacancies-2026\/\">Department of Justice and Constitutional Development Vacancies 2026<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/department-of-employment-and-labour-vacancies-2026\/\">Department of Employment and Labour Vacancies 2026<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/south-african-government-cleaners-2026-x54-posts-multiple-departments-provinces-apply-by-10-april-2026\/\">South African Government Cleaners 2026 (X54+ Posts) \u2013 Multiple Departments &amp; 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Hosted by the Next Generation Enterprises and Institutions cluster, this internship is designed to provide recent graduates with hands-on experience in research, data science, and&#8230;<\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more\"><a class=\"btn btn-default\" href=\"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/data-science-internship-csir-pretoria-south-africa-open-until-filled\/\"> Read More<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">  Read More<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2714,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2710","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-new-jobs"],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image-54.png","author_info":{"display_name":"admin","author_link":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/author\/admin\/"},"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image-54.png","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":1590,"url":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/work-integrated-learning-programme-2025-2026-csir-south-africa\/","url_meta":{"origin":2710,"position":0},"title":"Work Integrated Learning Programme 2025 \/ 2026 \u2013 CSIR (South Africa)","author":"admin","date":"June 14, 2025","format":false,"excerpt":"Internship Opportunity: Work Integrated Learning Programme 2025 \/ 2026 \u2013 CSIR (South Africa) Location: Pretoria, South AfricaClosing Date: Not SpecifiedProgramme Type: Work Integrated Learning (WIL) \/ Experiential TrainingDuration: As per academic requirement Overview The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), in collaboration with MerSETA, invites applications for the Work\u2026","rel":"","context":"In &quot;Register Your CV - NEW JOBS AVAILABLE&quot;","block_context":{"text":"Register Your CV - NEW JOBS AVAILABLE","link":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/category\/new-jobs\/"},"img":{"alt_text":"","src":"","width":0,"height":0},"classes":[]},{"id":2847,"url":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/internship-learnership-opportunities-2025-2026-sanlam-south-africa-open-until-filled\/","url_meta":{"origin":2710,"position":1},"title":"Internship &amp; Learnership Opportunities: 2025 \/ 2026 \u2013 Sanlam (South Africa) \u2013 Open Until Filled","author":"admin","date":"August 5, 2025","format":false,"excerpt":"Location: South AfricaClosing Date: Open Until FilledPosition Type: Internships & Learnerships (Various Disciplines) Overview Sanlam, a leading financial services group in South Africa, is inviting applications from unemployed youth and recent graduates for its 2025 \/ 2026 Internship and Learnership Programmes. 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