Trainee – Operational Support (Excel & Office)
Cognizant · Bengaluru
Job description
About the role
This trainee position offers a hands‑on opportunity to support daily operations within a global organization. You will work on the office floor during day‑shift hours, applying basic MS Excel and Office skills to keep data accurate, create clear documentation, and aid internal communications.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare, update, and validate Excel spreadsheets that track team activities and support data‑driven decisions.
- Create and maintain Word reports, meeting notes, checklists, and PowerPoint presentations for consistent information sharing.
- Consolidate data from multiple sources into accurate trackers for managers and team members.
- Draft concise internal messages, email content, and organize information to keep stakeholders informed.
- Update templates, simple dashboards, and presentations for routine reviews.
- Collaborate with day‑shift colleagues to capture task updates and ensure shared files are current.
- Perform quality checks on Excel data to minimise reporting errors.
- Document standard operating procedures in Word for repeatable tasks.
- Respond to internal queries in English with clear written or spoken updates.
- Support basic planning by maintaining calendars, task lists, and follow‑up logs.
Required profile
- Basic proficiency with MS Excel, including tables, filters, formatting, and simple formulas.
- Familiarity with core MS Office tools (Word, PowerPoint) for creating structured documents.
- Strong written communication skills in English.
- Attention to detail and ability to perform data quality checks.
- Willingness to learn and follow guided training sessions.
Required skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
What we offer
- Structured training program with consistent mentoring.
- Exposure to cross‑functional teams and real‑world operational reporting.
- Day‑shift, office‑based work environment.
- Opportunity to develop practical Excel and Office expertise.
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