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Data Analyst (Fresher / Trainee)

Job · Full-timeHybridMadurai, Tamil Nadu0–1 years32K/mo1 openingImmediate / as per notice period
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About this role

Cognizant is looking for a Data Analyst (Fresher / Trainee) to join its Madurai team. You will turn raw operational data into clear, trustworthy analysis, and work directly with the people who use it to run the business. About the role This Data Analyst (Fresher / Trainee) role is hands-on and…

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Skills you'll use

SQL BasicsAdvanced ExcelPower BIData CleaningDescriptive StatisticsData VisualizationPython BasicsReportingAttention to DetailAnalytical ThinkingCommunicationTime Management

What you'll do

  • Prepare and clean datasets for the analytics team
  • Build simple dashboards and recurring reports under review
  • Run first-pass analyses and summarise what you found
  • Cross-check numbers against source systems
  • Document your queries and steps so others can repeat them
  • Validate and reconcile numbers before publishing, and document data caveats
  • Automate recurring reporting to free up time for real analysis
  • Present findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders

Who can apply

  • B.E./B.Tech/BCA/MCA/B.Sc/B.Com/BBA — 2024–2026 batches from a recognised university
  • 0–1 years of experience in analytics, reporting or MIS — freshers and 2026 graduates are welcome
  • Working knowledge of SQL Basics, Advanced Excel, Power BI
  • Comfort with Excel, SQL and Power BI and with cleaning messy, real-world data
  • Ability to define a metric precisely and explain a result to a non-technical stakeholder
  • Attention to detail, ownership and the discipline to document your work
  • Based in Madurai, Tamil Nadu or willing to relocate

Perks & benefits

Learning & certification support (SQL, Power BI, Tableau, cloud)Paid leaves and public holidaysFlexible / hybrid working optionsModern analytics tooling and licensed BI seatsClear appraisal cycle and internal mobilityEmployee wellness programmesTeam offsites and networking opportunitiesCompetitive salary as per market benchmarks

Interview & selection process

5 rounds — typical selection flow for this role:

  1. 1Resume screening and profile shortlisting by the talent acquisition team
  2. 2Hiring manager discussion — role expectations, ownership and team fit
  3. 3Online assessment — SQL, Excel and quantitative aptitude
  4. 4Technical interview 1 — SQL joins, aggregations, window functions and data modelling
  5. 5HR discussion — compensation, notice period, joining date and offer roll-out

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 and what the company…
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