Application Deadline: March 31st, 2026
Applications are now open for the 2027 PwC South Africa Data Science Graduate Programme. Actuarial, Risk & Quants (ARQ) is a global team within PwC that provides actuarial, quantitative, data analytics and financial consulting services to a wide range of clients.
In Data Science and Analytics, we empower clients to make smarter decisions by developing statistical models, machine learning solutions, and web-based applications. Our work bridges the gap between complex data and strategic action—whether it’s identifying new growth opportunities, enhancing operational efficiency or quantifying and managing risk. We go beyond traditional analytics by building interpretable, scalable models that drive innovation and deliver measurable impact. As data complexity and volume grow, we help organisations transform raw data into robust, actionable intelligence—enabling confident, data-driven decision-making.
Requirements
PwC is looking for an honours degree (or a four-year honours equivalent) or higher in:
- B Data Science / BSc Data Science
- BCom Informatics or Information Systems
- BCom Statistics
- BSc Applied Mathematics
- BSc Mathematics
- BSc Applied Statistics
- BBus Sci Analytics
- BBus Sci Computer Science
- BBus Sci Information Systems
- BSc Computer Science
- BEng Electrical Engineering
- BEng Data Engineering
- BEng Industrial Engineering
- BSc Big Data Analytics
- Postgraduate Diploma in Data Analytics
- BScHon or Master of Science Bioinformatics
- Master of Applied Data Science
- Master of Financial Engineering
- Master of Commerce in Risk Management of Financial Markets
Benefits
- A blend of commercial, technical and data science experience working with multinational clients across industry sectors and countries.
- Structured technical training in a suite of data analytics/visualisation tools (e.g. Python, Power BI, Alteryx, SQL)
- A broad base of analytical skills spanning data analysis and visualisation, machine learning and statistical modelling.
- A solid foundation of programming skills, software development, web-based application development, and cloud computing.
- Communication skills and business acumen through interaction with and presentation to a wide range of client stakeholders, including CFOs and CEOs.
- Opportunities to develop project management and interpersonal skills, allowing you to build collaborative working relationships at all levels. You will be engaging directly with senior members of our clients, solving their business problems and helping them generate value whilst working alongside leading professionals in fields such as big data, predictive analytics, machine learning and data visualisation.
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