Intern - Geology at Council for Geoscience (CGS)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct limited geoscience research under guidance which includes data collection, basic analyses and interpretation.
• Resolve simple problems in a variety of geoscientific fields in line (in part) with SOP/research methodology under guidance or supervision.
• Participate in exploration projects under supervision.
• Assist in the compilation of scientific reports under guidance.
• Contribute to geoscience data collection and capturing, map compilation and geoscience data collation under supervision.
• Give formal scientific or technical presentations of papers or reports, internally, to other staff members and externally with guidance at conferences or symposia (typically once a year).
• Publish research findings internally and externally based on the nature of the project cycle.
• Work within the requirements of the prescribed work standards (i.e., ISO and international best practices).
• Undertake specific and requisite self-improvement learning/conferences and development through workshops/training courses.
• Maintaining field equipment.

 KEY PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written).
• Ability to relate to members of a team and work within a team setting.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12 and;
• BSc Hons in geology, or any other relevant earth science qualification.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Keen interest in geoscientific research.
• Interest in exploration geology.