Cognizant

Data Engineering Intern at Cognizant

InternshipWork from HomeChennai2 months12K/mo1 openingWithin 30 days

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About this internship

Cognizant is hiring a Data Engineering Intern in Chennai for a 2-month, fully mentored internship. This is real, reviewed work on live projects — not a training sandbox or a certificate mill. About the internship You will join the data platform team and work alongside people who do this…

Skills you'll use

SQLPythonETLApache AirflowData PipelinesSparkData WarehousingGitData ModellingCloud Platforms

What you'll do

Build and maintain ETL pipelines that move data between systems.
Write and optimise SQL transformations over large tables.
Monitor pipeline runs and fix data-quality failures.
Document data models and lineage for downstream users.
Document your work so the next person can pick it up

Who can apply

Education: pursuing or completed B.E./B.Tech/BCA/MCA/B.Sc in CS, IT or a related discipline
Graduation year: 2025, 2026 or 2027 batch
Minimum 60% / 6.0 CGPA (relaxable for candidates with strong practical projects)
Technical skills: working knowledge of SQL, Python, ETL, Apache Airflow
Soft skills: clear written communication, ownership, willingness to document work
Experience: none required — freshers welcome; prior projects or certifications are a plus

Perks & benefits

Certificate of CompletionLetter of RecommendationPre-Placement Offer (PPO) OpportunityFlexible Working HoursMentorship from Industry ExpertsFree Learning Resources & Certification SupportReal Project & Portfolio ExposureNetworking with ProfessionalsInternet Reimbursement

Interview & selection process

1The selection process for the Data Engineering Intern role at Cognizant is merit-based and typically runs over 4 stages: Round 1: Application & Resume Screening — apply through this page; profiles are shortlisted on fundamentals, projects and role fit. Round 2: Online Assessment — aptitude plus role-specific questions covering SQL, Python, ETL. Round 3: Technical / Functional Interview — a discussion of your projects and practical scenarios covering SQL, Python, ETL, Apache Airflow, Data Pipelines. Expect "how would you approach this?" rather than definitions. Round 4: HR Discussion — role expectations, stipend, start date, location and offer. Shortlisted candidates are contacted after applying. There are no charges at any stage of the process — Cognizant never asks candidates for money.

About Cognizant

About Cognizant Cognizant is a leading global professional services company that helps clients modernise technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences. It is one of India's largest IT employers with major delivery centres across Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune and Kolkata. Industry IT…

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