Environmental GIS Intern

Digby Wells Environmental is seeking an Environmental GIS Intern in Bryanston, Johannesburg, South Africa. This internship offers hands-on experience in spatial analysis, environmental assessments, and GIS-related tasks. Interns will work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to real projects, and gain exposure to environmental legislation. The role emphasizes teamwork and professional development in a collaborative environment focused on solving complex environmental challenges.
Environmental GIS Intern
Location: Bryanston, Johannesburg, South Africa
Digby Wells Environmental is looking for an Environmental GIS Intern to join our team in Bryanston and begin building a meaningful career in environmental consulting.


This internship is an opportunity for a motivated graduate to gain hands-on experience while working alongside experienced specialists on real projects that make a positive impact. You will contribute to spatial analysis, environmental assessments, mapping and modelling work that supports responsible development across the resources and infrastructure sectors.


At Digby Wells, we are passionate about developing young talent by creating opportunities for learning, exposure and growth. As an intern in our GIS team, you will be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment where your contribution matters, your development is supported, and your work helps solve complex environmental challenges.


What you will do The successful candidate will support the GIS team and gain exposure to a wide range of project work, including:



Collecting, managing and analysing spatial and environmental data using GIS tools
Designing and producing high-quality maps that communicate spatial information clearly and effectively
Supporting GIS inputs across multiple projects and helping teams deliver work within project deadlines
Assisting with topographical, visual impact and other environmental assessment-related GIS outputs
Contributing to spatial modelling and analytical work for environmental and mining projects
Supporting data conversion from formats such as CAD into GIS-compatible formats
Learning and applying efficient workflows across multiple GIS software applications
Assisting with the publishing of live web maps and interactive dashboards
Working with senior GIS specialists and multidisciplinary teams across the business
Participating in fieldwork, including work in demanding environmental conditions where required
Contributing ideas that support continuous improvement within the GIS team

What you will gain
This internship offers practical experience and professional exposure that will help build a strong foundation for a career in environmental GIS and consulting. You will have the opportunity to:

Work on real projects with real impact
Learn from experienced professionals in GIS and environmental consulting
Build technical capability in mapping, modelling, data analysis and digital tools
Gain exposure to environmental legislation and regulatory requirements
Understand how GIS supports environmental decision-making in a professional consulting context
Develop your confidence in working within multidisciplinary project teams

In this role, you will also gain a working knowledge of environmental legislation and reporting standards. You will learn how spatial data and map outputs are prepared to meet regulatory and client requirements, including alignment with applicable South African environmental frameworks such as NEMA.
Why join Digby Wells Environmental
At Digby Wells, our work is grounded in purpose. We partner with our clients to deliver solutions that are practical, responsible and sustainable, and we know that our people are central to that impact.


As part of our team, you will join a business that values:



Teamwork – working together across disciplines to deliver the best outcomes
Being invested and passionate – caring deeply about our work, our clients and the environment
Integrity and honesty – doing the right thing in the right way
Care and continuous improvement – supporting people, learning constantly and always looking for better ways to work

This is an ideal opportunity for a graduate who wants to grow, contribute and start their career in an environment where learning and purpose go hand in hand.
What we are looking for
We are looking for someone who is curious, committed to learning and excited to build practical experience in environmental GIS within a consulting environment.
The ideal candidate should have:



A qualification in Geography, GIS or another relevant environmental field
BSc (Hons) or BA (Hons) minimum preferred



Familiarity with ArcGIS (ArcMap and ArcPro) and/or QGIS
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work
The ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Good communication and coordination skills
A willingness to travel locally and internationally when require