Geology Internship 2026 at the Council for Geoscience: 7 Positions

Geology Internship 2026 at the Council for Geoscience: 7 Positions in Pretoria

The opportunity is aimed at graduates with an honours-level qualification in geology or another relevant earth science discipline who are interested in geoscientific research and exploration geology
.

The internship offers a monthly stipend of R13,000 and reports to the Manager:
Scientific Resources
. Applications close on 21 August 2026
.

Details

Organisation Council for Geoscience

Position Intern – Geology x7

Number of positions 7

Location Pretoria, Gauteng

Office Council for Geoscience Head Office

Monthly stipend R13,000

Reporting to Manager:
Scientific Resources

Closing date 21 August 2026

The positions were advertised on 7 August 2026
.

The successful interns will undertake limited research across a variety of engineering geology projects
, working under the guidance of experienced scientific staff.

The role provides exposure to several areas of geoscience, including research, exploration, data collection and scientific reporting.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting geoscience research under supervision.
• Collecting, analysing and interpreting data.
• Resolving basic problems within different geoscientific fields.
• Participating in exploration projects.
• Assisting with scientific reports.
• Capturing and collating geoscience data.
• Assisting with map compilation.
• Preparing scientific or technical presentations.
• Presenting papers and reports internally and, where appropriate, externally.
• Contributing to research publications.
• Following prescribed work standards, including ISO and international best practices.
• Participating in workshops, training courses and other development activities.
• Maintaining field equipment.

This means the internship is not limited to office-based research. Interns may gain experience across research, exploration, data management, mapping, reporting and scientific communication.

Applicants must meet the educational requirements specified by the Council for Geoscience.

The minimum qualifications are:

• Grade 12.
• BSc Honours in Geology
  , or another relevant earth science qualification.

The organisation is also looking for candidates who have a genuine interest in:

• Geoscientific research.

Applicants should therefore make sure their CV clearly demonstrates their relevant academic background and interest in the geoscience field.

The Council for Geoscience highlights several personal attributes for the internship.

Candidates should have:

• Strong analytical skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work well with other people.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.

These skills are important because the internship involves both technical work and collaboration with scientific staff.

All seven positions are based at the Council for Geoscience Head Office in Pretoria, Gauteng
.

The successful candidates will report to the Manager:
Scientific Resources
.

The Council for Geoscience offers a monthly stipend of R13,000 for the advertised Geology Internship positions.

There are seven positions available.

The Geology Internship 2026 is particularly relevant to recent graduates who have completed a BSc Honours in Geology or another relevant earth science qualification.

You may want to consider applying if you have an academic background in areas related to earth sciences and are interested in developing practical experience in:

• Geology.
• Geoscientific research.
• Geological mapping.
• Scientific reporting.

The advertised requirements specifically mention an interest in geoscientific research and exploration geology.

The Council for Geoscience states that it is committed to employment equity and diversity
.

In line with its employment equity requirements, preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from under-represented designated groups.

The organisation specifically encourages women and people from previously disadvantaged groups and sectors to apply.

The closing date for the Geology Internship 2026 is:

21 August…