data intern

, India

Worker Type:

Interns (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Posting Start Date:

August 19, 2026

Job Description:

What’s the role

The Intern will support the U.S. Direct Tax team in building a structured and governed Tax Data Landscape across Federal and State processes. This role will focus on documenting ongoing tax data flows to prepare for advanced analytics and AI/GenAI applications, forming a critical part of Shell’s Digital Finance and Tax transformation agenda.

What you’ll be doing

• Identify and document tax-relevant data sources across enterprise systems (SAP, tax tools, data platforms, Excel-based models).
• Document and develop Tax Data Inventory and review metadata repository.
• Map end-to-end data lineage and flows (ERP → adjustments → provision → filings).
• Create process maps and data flow diagrams for key tax adjustments and processes.
• Support the development of a standardized Tax Data Model and taxonomy.
• Analyze and document data quality issues; propose validation rules and controls.
• Prepare structured datasets and documentation to support AI/GenAI use cases (e.g., automation, knowledge bases).
• Collaborate with US MDT Tax team members, Finance, and IT stakeholders to gather requirements and validate outputs.

What you bring

• Currently pursuing a degree in:
  • Data Analytics/Data Science
  • Information Systems/Computer Science

• Strong Excel skills; familiarity with Power BI or Tableau
• Basic knowledge of SQL, Python, and data modeling concepts
• Understanding of data structures, databases, and ETL processes
• Exposure to SAP or enterprise systems is a plus
• Interest in AI/GenAI and data-driven transformation
• Familiarity with data governance or data cataloging concepts
• An Indian Citizen or Permanent Resident

We would also like to see the following:

• Effective communication, presentation.  and interpersonal skills.
• Curiosity on the process, showcasing a learner mindset.

What we offer

• Hands-on experience in Shell’s Finance & Tax digital transformation
• Exposure to enterprise data environments and SAP systems
• Opportunity to work on AI/GenAI-enabled tax use cases
• Cross-functional collaboration across Tax, Finance, and Technology teams
• Location: Primarily in Chennai but can be situated in Bangalore as well
• Duration: 3–6 months (extendable depending on mutual agreement)

Our Company

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemicals companies with over 80,000 employees in more than 70 countries that aims to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally, and socially responsible. We are in search of remarkable people who will thrive in a diverse and inclusive work environment to deliver exciting projects locally and globally. People who are passionate about exploring new frontiers. Innovators and pioneers.

Our values

Shell is a company with shared values. Honesty, integrity, and respect aren't simply a strapline: they are a part of everything we do. What's more, Shell is an equal opportunities company, and we place the highest possible value on the diversity of our people and our inclusive approach. Join us and you’ll belong to a world where you can feel pride in your achievements and propel your career with global opportunities.

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