Data Scraping

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Job Description:
Looking for a detail-oriented and tech-savvy individual to assist in data scraping and researching relevant printing businesses across India. This remote internship involves using company-recommended web scraping tools and following standard operating procedures (SOPs) to combine web scraping with targeted online research, ensuring the database includes
verified and vital information. As part of this role, you will work closely with the core team to develop a robust database of printing shops and other relevant leads, forming the foundation for the Company's outreach and growth strategy and making your work highly impactful.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize an open-source tool which is recommended by the company to scrape and organize leads from online platforms.
• Cross-verify scraped data with platforms like IndiaMART, Justdial, company websites, and other resources to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Gather vital information such as business name, website links, addresses, phone numbers, GST numbers, email addresses, company type (e.g., Manufacturer, Seller, Print Shop), and key contact details.
  Follow the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) provided for ethical and efficient data scraping.
• Maintain a clean, structured, and organized database, ensuring no duplicates, errors, or inconsistencies.
• Categorize and label businesses accurately based on type and services offered, aligning with the Company's needs.
• Provide weekly updates on progress, challenges, and suggestions to improve the data-gathering process.
• Assist in identifying and exploring additional sources for data collection as required.

Requirements:

• Attention to Detail: Ability to identify, gather, and validate accurate data.
  Organizational Skills: Experience working with spreadsheets and maintaining data logs.
• Technical Aptitude: Basic understanding of scraping tools, APIs, or data management concepts (no coding experience required but is a bonus).
• Self-Motivated: Comfortable working independently and delivering results remotely.
• Proficiency with Data Scraping Tools is a plus: Prior experience using any free/open-source tool to scrape data online.
• Strong Online Research Skills: Experience in using platforms like IndiaMART, Justdial, Google Maps, and company websites to gather business information.
  
• Proficiency in Data Management: Familiarity with Excel, Google Sheets, or similar tools to organize and maintain large datasets.
  
• Familiarity with Scraping Tools: Basic knowledge of free scraping tools or willingness to learn.
  
• Communication Skills: Ability to provide regular updates and work collaboratively.

Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience in lead generation, data entry, or research roles.
  Familiarity with business classifications (e.g., identifying manufacturers, service providers, retailers etc).
  
• Knowledge of API integration or basic programming languages like Python 
  

Eligibility Criteria

• Students or freshers looking to gain practical experience in data scraping and research.
• Individuals with a keen eye for detail and a love for organizing information.
  
• Candidates eager to work with an innovative startup and learn hands-on skills.
  
  

Benefits:

• Stipend
• Flexible remote work environment.
  
• Hands-on experience with practical data scraping and management tools.
  
• Exposure to working with a dynamic and fast-growing tech startup.
  
• Opportunity to contribute to real-world business growth and analytics projects.

Mode: 3 months remote internship 20 hours a week

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