Sustainability Internship Opportunities for Students

Job Description

About Takealot.com

Takealot.com is the leading ecommerce retailer in South Africa and one of the largest, most innovative ecommerce platforms on the African continent. Our mission is to be the most customer-centric online shopping destination in Africa, built around the simple concept that the customer comes first.

We dedicate all our focus to enhancing the customer experience—from the moment they arrive on our website to when their order reaches their doorstep. By aligning with this philosophy, Takealot.com aims to become the #1 shopping destination across Africa.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

  • Currently studying or recently completed an N6 qualification in any of the following fields:
    • Data Science
    • Data Engineering
    • Operations Research
    • Statistics
    • Sustainability (Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, or related disciplines)
  • Basic understanding of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Google Big Query, and Sustainability (ESG) impact reporting is advantageous.
  • No formal work experience required; internships, campus projects, or online certifications are beneficial.

Key Responsibilities

  • Automate the flow of Greenhouse Gas emissions data from multiple sources into reporting tools.
  • Review Greenhouse Gas emissions reporting data for accuracy and completeness.
  • Assist with compiling data for the annual Sustainability impact report.
  • Compile ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reports to support sustainability goals.
  • Manage sustainability reporting dashboards and monitor progress.
  • Develop AI agents to enhance automation and reporting capabilities.
  • Assist with project administration related to ESG initiatives.
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