Cognizant

SQL Data Analyst Intern

InternshipHybridChennai, Tamil Nadu3 months20K/mo5 openingsImmediate / Rolling

About this internship

Cognizant has an exciting internship opening for a SQL Data Analyst Intern in Chennai, ideal for freshers and final-year students who are eager to learn by doing. Over this internship you will focus on writing SQL to extract, model and analyse business data, collaborate with cross-functional teams…

Skills you'll use

SQLQuery OptimisationData ModellingExcelPower BIStored ProceduresData CleaningReportingAnalytical ThinkingCommunication

What you'll do

Write and optimise SQL queries for analysis
Model and join data across multiple tables
Build datasets that feed dashboards and reports
Validate and reconcile query outputs
Support analytics requests with clean data
Document work clearly and act on feedback

Who can apply

Students in their final year and recent graduates (freshers) interested in a SQL Data Analyst Intern role
Freshers looking to build a career in Data Analyst
Candidates based in or willing to commute to Chennai
Career-switchers and self-taught learners who meet the skill requirements
Anyone eager to gain real, mentor-led project experience

Perks & benefits

Internship Certificate on completionLetter of Recommendation for strong performersHands-on mentorship from experienced professionalsReal-world, portfolio-worthy project experiencePre-Placement Offer (PPO) opportunity based on performanceFlexible, learning-focused work environment

Interview & selection process

4 rounds — typical selection flow for this role:

1Online application & resume shortlisting by Cognizant.
2Aptitude / assessment relevant to the SQL Data Analyst Intern role.
3Technical interview — role-specific questions and a case or coding/data task.
4HR / managerial round — expectations, compensation, availability and offer.

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. Products &…

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