Summary
Gradiant is a Boston-headquartered water and wastewater treatment company serving industries including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and renewable energy. The intern will analyze ERP and operational data, build Power BI dashboards and KPI reports, and automate reporting and business workflows using AI tools. The role works across functions including Sales, Operations, Finance, Projects, and Production. Applicants should be pursuing or hold a relevant bachelor's degree and have proficiency in Excel and Power BI; the internship lasts 6–12 months and is located in Abu Dhabi.
The posting
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Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients’ mission-critical operations in the world’s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide. Discover us at gradiant.com.
Duration: 6-12 months
Role Overview
We are seeking an AI-Enabled Data Analytics & Business Intelligence Intern to lead our digital transformation and management reporting initiatives. The ideal candidate combines analytical capability with AI fluency to convert enterprise data into actionable insights, executive dashboards, and intelligent workflow automation. Working across Sales, Operations , Production , and Finance, the intern will develop ERP and other operational data into Power BI dashboards, live visualizations, and decision -support
reports, while driving AI adoption through enterprise platforms such as Claude , ChatGPT/OpenAI and cloud -based productivity solutions. This role offers direct exposure to
leadership and the opportunity to deliver measurable business impact in a fast -paced, innovation -driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Business Analytics and Dashboard Development
- Analyze and structure ERP, operational, and business data into meaningful insights.
- Develop executive dashboards, KPI reports, and performance analytics across business functions.
- Identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities to support strategic decision -making.
- Design and maintain interactive Power BI dashboards and live reporting solutions.
- Automate reporting workflows and deliver clear, presentation -ready visualizations.
- Data Governance: Support management presentations, business reviews, and strategic initiatives while maintaining the highest standards of data integrity and confidentiality.
AI Enablement & Automation
- Drive adoption of enterprise AI tools to enhance reporting, documentation, and operational efficiency.
- Implement AI -assisted workflows using ChatGPT/OpenAI and cloud -based platforms to streamline business processes.
- Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Finance, Projects, and Production teams to deliver data-driven insights.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science , Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
- Strong analytical and problem -solving capabilities with the ability to interpret cross-functional business data.
- Proficiency in Excel and Power BI; familiarity with data engineering or business intelligence tools is desirable.
- Experience in enterprise AI platforms, including ChatGPT/OpenAI and cloud productivity solutions, is an advantage.
- Prior internship or relevant industry experience is advantageous but not mandatory.
Why This Role Matters
- This role sits at the convergence of AI, Business Intelligence, and Digital Transformation, enabling smarter decisions, operational excellence, and enterprise-wide productivity.
- It offers early-career exposure to leadership while contributing directly to the organization's AI-driven growth journey.
Gradiant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.