Business Data Analytics Intern, Channel Coverage
About The Position
The Business Data Analytics Intern will support strategic commercial initiatives for Waters and BD, two global leaders in analytical instruments, life sciences, and clinical diagnostics. This role focuses on building a unified framework and analytical model to identify, evaluate, and select business partners that accelerate growth and enable cross-selling opportunities in emerging markets. The intern will work cross-functionally with commercial strategy, marketing, sales operations, finance, and data analytics teams to translate complex, multi-source data into actionable insights that drive informed decision-making. This internship is well suited for an analytically driven MBA student with a strong interest in the intersection of data science, diagnostics, and commercial strategy. This internship begins on May 18th, 2026 and ends on August 15th, 2026.
Requirements
- Current Bachelor's degree student.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with hands-on experience working with real-world business data, including data extraction, cleansing, validation, and preparation for analysis and basic modeling.
- Proficiency with analytical tools such as Excel, SQL, Python, R, or comparable platforms.
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex datasets into clear, actionable business insights.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage cross-functional stakeholders.
- Interest in life sciences, diagnostics, analytical instrumentation, or healthcare markets.
- Self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
Nice To Haves
- Current MBA or Master’s degree student with a concentration in Business Analytics, Data Science, Marketing Analytics, or a related field.
- Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and/or machine learning techniques.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement a data-driven framework to identify, evaluate, and select business partners in support of a unified channel coverage model across Waters and BD.
- Partner closely with sales, marketing, commercial excellence, and product management teams across both organizations to align on data requirements, validate assumptions, and ensure the model meets operational and commercial needs.
- Gather, integrate, and analyze diverse data sources, including sales history, installed base data, product portfolio, market coverage, and organizational structures.
- Develop dashboards and visualizations that clearly synthesize insights and effectively communicate recommendations to stakeholders.
- Prepare and deliver weekly progress updates highlighting key accomplishments, risks, and next steps.
- Document analytical assumptions, data sources, and model logic to ensure transparency, scalability, and continuity beyond the duration of the internship.
Benefits
- BD 401(k) Plan - after satisfying the eligibility requirements.
- Sick time as required by state law
- Workplace accommodations
- Adoption assistance –if working 20+ hours and must be actively employed on date of reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Bereavement leaves – if 20+ hours worked/week
- Personal leave – if 20+ hours worked /week
- Family and Medical Leave (FML) – only if meet federal eligibility requirements for having worked 1250 hours in previous 12 months of work
- Jury and Witness Duty Leave
- Military leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
