Market Research and Data Analyst Intern

Market Research & Data Analyst Intern

Company: DOTMappers IT Pvt Ltd.
Website: https://www.dotmappers.in/
Location: Bangalore, India Work from Office
Employment Type: Internship
Experience: Freshers / 0–1 Year
Industry Focus: Australian E-commerce / Online Retail

About the Role

DOTMappers IT Pvt Ltd. is looking for a curious, analytical and detail-oriented Market Research & Data Analyst Intern to support an Australia-based e-commerce business.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys researching information, working with Excel or Google Sheets, analysing competitors, identifying market trends and turning raw data into useful business insights.

The intern will research Australian markets, products, competitors, suppliers and customer trends to help the team understand:

• Which products are selling and what customers are looking for.
• Competitor pricing, product ranges and promotions.
• Product demand, availability and emerging trends.
• Supplier options and product costs.
• Market gaps and opportunities to improve sales and profitability.

You will be expected to find information independently, validate it across reliable sources, organise it clearly and communicate useful findings to the team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Market Research

• Research Australian e-commerce markets and product categories.
• Identify market trends, customer preferences and emerging opportunities.
• Research customer demand and buying behaviour.
• Identify products and categories with growth potential.
• Collect information from websites, marketplaces, search engines and other relevant online sources.
• Maintain organised and up-to-date research databases.

2. Competitor Research

Research Australian and relevant international e-commerce competitors, including:

• Product pricing, discounts and promotions.
• Product ranges, features and availability.
• Shipping charges, delivery options, memberships and offers.
• Product positioning and customer reviews.
• Website and category structures.
• New product launches and trending products.

Prepare competitor comparison reports and highlight findings that may influence product, pricing and business decisions.

3. Product & Supplier Research

• Research products across different categories.
• Identify products with strong market potential.
• Compare products across marketplaces and competitor websites.
• Collect product specifications and supplier information.
• Compare selling prices, supplier costs and availability.
• Identify pricing gaps and potential opportunities.
• Analyse customer reviews and feedback.
• Identify potential best-selling products using available evidence.

4. Data Collection & Validation

• Collect, clean and organise research data.
• Cross-check information using multiple sources.
• Record sources so information can be verified.
• Identify missing, duplicate, outdated or incorrect data.
• Maintain accurate spreadsheets and databases.
• Update research information regularly.
• Follow defined research and data-collection processes.

5. Excel & Data Management

Work extensively with Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, including:

• Data entry, sorting, filtering and organisation.
• Basic formulas and comparisons.
• VLOOKUP / XLOOKUP.
• Pivot Tables.
• Conditional Formatting.
• Data cleaning and duplicate checking.
• Basic charts, reports and dashboards.

Candidates do not need to know every advanced Excel function from Day 1, but they should be comfortable working with spreadsheets and willing to improve their skills.

6. Data Analysis & Reporting

• Identify patterns, trends and important changes in collected data.
• Compare products, competitors, suppliers and markets.
• Convert raw data into practical business insights.
• Prepare recommendations supported by research findings.
• Support product, pricing and business decisions with relevant data.

Prepare clear reports covering areas such as:

• Market trends and customer demand.
• Competitor pricing and promotions.
• Product and supplier research.
• Product opportunities and pricing analysis.
• Product performance, where relevant data is available.

Reports should clearly summarise key findings, opportunities and any data limitations.

Skills Required

Essential

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets.
• Strong online research skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good written English.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Comfort working with numbers and spreadsheets.
• Logical and analytical thinking.
• Ability to independently find, compare and validate information.
• Willingness to learn new tools and processes.
• Good time management and ability to meet deadlines.

Good to Have

• Knowledge of Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP / XLOOKUP.
• Basic understanding of data analysis.
• Familiarity with e-commerce and online marketplaces.
• Basic knowledge of SEO or digital marketing.
• Experience using AI tools such as ChatGPT for research support, with independent verification of outputs.
• Basic knowledge of Power BI or other reporting tools.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is:

• Curious: Enjoys finding information and asking the right questions.
• Research-Oriented: Uses multiple sources and validates information before drawing conclusions.
• Analytical: Can identify patterns, differences and opportunities in data.
• Detail-Oriented: Understands that small data errors can affect business decisions.
• A Fast Learner: Comfortable learning new tools, software and processes.
• Adaptable: Able to take on new responsibilities as business requirements change.
• A Good Communicator: Can explain research findings clearly and simply.
• Proactive: Looks beyond assigned tasks to identify useful insights and opportunities.

Who Can Apply?

This internship is suitable for:

• Fresh graduates and final-year students.
• MBA / BBA / B.Com students or graduates.
• Candidates from Data Analytics or Business Analytics backgrounds.
• Graduates interested in e-commerce, market research and data analysis.
• Candidates with 0–1 year of experience looking to build a career in research or analytics.

Applicants must be available to work from the office in Bangalore, India.

Previous e-commerce experience is not required. We value curiosity, learning ability, analytical thinking and attitude alongside existing technical skills.

Key Performance Expectations

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Complete assigned research accurately and on time.
• Maintain organised and high-quality data.
• Verify information and record sources before submitting research.
• Find useful information independently.
• Communicate important findings clearly.
• Meet assigned research and reporting targets.
• Continuously improve spreadsheet and analytical skills.
• Learn new tools and processes.
• Contribute ideas and identify potential business opportunities.

Career Growth

This internship can help build a strong foundation for careers in:

• Market Research.
• Data and Business Analytics.
• E-commerce Analytics.
• Product and Supplier Research.
• Business Intelligence.
• Pricing and Competitor Analysis.
• Category Management.
• Digital Marketing Analytics.

Depending on performance, skills and available opportunities, potential progression may include roles such as Market Research Executive, Junior Data Analyst, Data Analyst or Research Specialist.

Why Join DOTMappers IT Pvt Ltd.?

• Gain hands-on experience supporting an Australian e-commerce business.
• Work with real business data and research requirements.
• Develop practical market research, competitor analysis and spreadsheet skills.
• Gain exposure to products, pricing, suppliers and e-commerce operations.
• Learn to use modern AI and digital tools responsibly.
• Build practical experience for a career in research and analytics.
• Opportunity to transition into a full-time role, subject to performance and business requirements.