Intern, Data & Analytics

WPP Media; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 11,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

WPP Media is seeking a Bachelor's Degree Analytics Intern to support reporting, dashboarding, and insight generation. You will build Power BI dashboards, write SQL queries, and automate workflows using Python.

The role involves collaborating with analysts and data engineers in an agile environment in Kuala Lumpur. Ideal candidates are pursuing analytics/Data Science/CS, with strong SQL and Python skills, and a solid understanding of KPIs, trends, and reporting logic.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in analytics, data science, CS, or a related field.
• Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to manage tasks independently, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Build and enhance Power BI dashboards (DAX measures, data modelling, visuals, drill-through).
• Write and optimize SQL queries to extract, validate, and transform data from multiple sources.
• Translate business needs into KPIs, reporting views, and insights for stakeholders.
• Use Python to automate data preparation, reporting workflows, and analysis tasks.
• Assist with data quality checks, reconciliation, and anomaly detection.
• Maintain documentation for dashboards, KPI logic, data definitions, and workflows.
• Collaborate with analysts, data engineers, and stakeholders in an agile delivery environment.

Skills

SQL

Python

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Analytics/Data Science/CS

Tools

Power BI

BigQuery

Job description

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships - all united by ourpioneeringagentic marketing platform, WPP Open - we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth.

WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.

WPP Media's Data & Tech Solutions Team is looking for a Bachelor's Degree Analytics Intern to support reporting, dashboarding, and insight generation for business and media stakeholders. This is a hands‑on role where you will build and improve Power BI dashboards , write SQL queries for data extraction/validation, and automate workflows using Python .

Key Responsibilities

• Build and enhance Power BI dashboards (DAX measures, datamodelling, visuals, drill-throughs, performance optimization)
• Write andoptimize SQL queries to extract,validate, and transform data from multiple sources
• Support delivery by converting business needs into clear KPIs, reporting views, and insights
• Use Python to automate data preparation, reporting workflows, and analysis tasks
• Assistwith data quality checks, reconciliation, and anomaly detection
• Maintain documentation for dashboards, KPI logic, data definitions, and solution workflows
• Collaborate with analysts, data engineers, and stakeholders in an agile delivery environment

Required Skills (Must-have)

• Strong SQL skills (joins, aggregations, window functions, troubleshooting data issues)
• Strong Python skills for data analysis/automation (Pandas, NumPy, scripting)
• Good understanding of analytics concepts: KPIs, trends, segmentation, reporting logic
• Strong attention to detail and ability to explain insights clearly to stakeholders

Good to Have (Nice-to-have / Optional)

• Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Exposure to BigQuery (querying large datasets, optimization)
• Familiarity with data pipelines / ELT tools (e.g.,dbt, Airflow, etc.)
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts (forecasting, classification, LLM-based analytics workflows)
• Knowledge of digital/media metrics is a plus (campaign performance, audience analytics)

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor' sdegree in Analytics / Data Science / Statistics / Computer Science / Engineering / Business Analytics (or similar)
• Strong analytical mindset with problem‑solving ability
• Ability to manage tasks independently, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively

WhatYou'llGain

• Real‑world experience delivering analytics solutions in a global media organization
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Opportunity to contribute to production dashboards and measurable business outcomes
• Exposure to modern cloud analytics stack (depending on project requirements)

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