Data Analyst Intern - Patna

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Elements Energy

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Patna, India

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Data Analyst Intern – Patna

Work on a Government-supported Demand Response Program, analyzing utility and consumer datasets, building dashboards, generating business insights, and supporting smart grid and energy analytics initiatives.

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Who we are?

Elements Energy is a climate-tech company building practical sustainability solutions across energy, carbon, air, and water. Based at and incubated by IIT Madras, we work with real-world institutions and utilities to help make cleaner operations simpler, smarter, and measurable.

IIT Madras

Based & Incubated

Govt. of India

Ministry of Power Supported Pilot

Top 20

Startup at India AI Summit

Job Description

About the Internship

Elements Energy, in collaboration with SBPDCL (South Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited) and AEEE (Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy), is seeking enthusiastic Data Analyst Interns to support the implementation of a large-scale Demand Response Program in Bihar.

This internship provides hands-on experience in energy data analytics, electricity consumption analysis, consumer segmentation, demand forecasting, utility operations, and business intelligence. Interns will work with both field-collected and utility datasets to generate actionable insights that support Demand Response planning, smarter grid management, and energy efficiency initiatives.

The role combines data analytics, field surveys, business intelligence, dashboard development, stakeholder engagement, and real-world utility operations, offering exposure to one of India's emerging smart grid initiatives.

Who Should Apply?

This Internship Is Ideal For Candidates Interested In

  • Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
  • Data Analytics & Business Intelligence
  • Data Visualization (Power BI, Tableau, Excel)
  • Energy Analytics & Demand Response
  • Smart Grid & Utility Analytics
  • Energy & IoT Systems
  • Full-Stack Development
  • Real-Time Data Platforms
  • Sustainability & Energy Management

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a Government-supported utility project, gaining hands-on experience with real-world energy datasets, consumer analytics, smart grid technologies, dashboard development, and data-driven decision-making while collaborating with industry experts, utility officials, and technology teams.

Key Responsibilities

Energy & Utility Data Analytics

  • Analyze electricity consumption datasets from commercial, industrial, and residential consumers.
  • Identify energy usage trends, peak demand patterns, seasonal variations, and consumption anomalies.
  • Perform consumer segmentation based on load profile, tariff category, and consumption behavior.
  • Support the development of baseline energy consumption models for Demand Response participants.
  • Assist in demand forecasting and load profile analysis using historical utility data.

Data Collection, Cleaning & Validation

  • Collect, clean, organize, and validate field survey data and utility datasets.
  • Ensure data quality, consistency, and completeness before analysis.
  • Integrate consumer survey data with electricity consumption records.
  • Maintain structured databases for reporting and analytics.
  • Perform data validation and quality assurance checks.

Business Intelligence & Dashboard Development

  • Develop dashboards and visual reports using Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools.
  • Create interactive reports for project monitoring and performance tracking.
  • Generate analytical insights to support decision-making.
  • Prepare presentations and documentation for project reviews and stakeholder meetings.
  • Support KPI tracking and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

Field Surveys & Consumer Assessment

  • Participate in on-site surveys of commercial and industrial electricity consumers.
  • Collect information on connected loads, operating schedules, energy-intensive equipment, and electricity usage patterns.
  • Validate field observations with utility records where applicable.
  • Identify consumers suitable for participation in the Demand Response Program.
  • Support awareness activities and consumer engagement during field visits.

Stakeholder Coordination

  • Collaborate with SBPDCL officials, project partners, and internal project teams.
  • Participate in workshops, review meetings, and stakeholder consultations.
  • Present analytical findings and recommendations.
  • Provide regular updates on project progress and data analysis.

Eligibility

Students pursuing or recently completed any of the following are encouraged to apply:

  • B.Tech/B.E. in Computer Science Engineering
  • Information Technology
  • Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
  • Data Science
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronics & Communication Engineering
  • Energy Engineering
  • B.Sc./M.Sc. in Statistics
  • Mathematics
  • Computer Science
  • Data Analytics
  • MCA
  • MBA (Business Analytics, Operations, Energy Analytics)
  • M.Tech/MS in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Energy Systems, or related disciplines

Skills Required

Technical Skills

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Power Query, Charts, Lookups).
  • Basic knowledge of SQL for querying datasets.
  • Familiarity with Python (Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib) is an added advantage.
  • Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar visualization tools is preferred.
  • Understanding of data cleaning, validation, and exploratory data analysis.
  • Basic statistical analysis and reporting.
  • Knowledge of APIs, databases, or IoT platforms is an added advantage.

Domain Knowledge

  • Basic understanding of electricity consumption and energy systems.
  • Interest in Demand Response, Smart Grids, Energy Management, and Sustainability.
  • Knowledge of power distribution or utility operations is an added advantage.

Soft Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Good communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Willingness to travel within Patna and nearby areas for field assessments.

What You'll Gain

  • Hands-on experience working on a Government-supported Demand Response Program.
  • Exposure to real-world utility datasets and electricity consumption analytics.
  • Practical experience in data cleaning, visualization, dashboard development, and reporting.
  • Experience working with Power BI, Excel, SQL, and modern analytics tools.
  • Exposure to smart grid technologies, IoT-enabled energy systems, and utility operations.
  • Opportunity to collaborate with utilities, industry experts, and technology teams.
  • Practical experience in consumer analytics, stakeholder engagement, and field assessments.
  • Mentorship from professionals in data analytics, energy systems, utilities, and sustainability.

Experience

0–1 Year

Salary

₹10,000/month

Location

Patna, Bihar

Type

3 Month Internship

Skills

Microsoft ExcelSQLPythonPandasNumPyPower BITableauData AnalysisData CleaningData ValidationData VisualizationDashboard DevelopmentBusiness IntelligenceExploratory Data AnalysisStatistical AnalysisEnergy AnalyticsElectricity Consumption AnalysisDemand ForecastingConsumer SegmentationLoad Profile AnalysisSmart Grid AnalyticsDemand ResponseEnergy ManagementReportingStakeholder CoordinationField SurveysDatabase ManagementAPI IntegrationIoT Data AnalysisPresentation Skills

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