2025 Data & Analytics Intern - Chicago
About The Position
West Monroe is seeking Data and Analytics Interns to join our Technology & Experience (TechEx) Practice. As businesses accumulate vast amounts of data, the challenge lies in extracting actionable insights that drive growth and operational efficiency. Our Data and Analytics Interns play a crucial role in helping clients unlock the full potential of their data through advanced analytics, data science, and data engineering. As a Data and Analytics Intern, you will combine business acumen with technical problem-solving skills to deliver impactful solutions. The role requires an understanding of business processes, data analysis capabilities and proficiency in data structures, querying, and programming languages like Python or R.
Requirements
- Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, with adaptability to new challenges
- Effective time-management and organizational skills in a fast-paced setting
- Demonstrated leadership experience and communication (written and oral) abilities
- Enthusiastic and positive attitude
- Team-oriented and collaborative working style
- Curious and committed to continuous learning and innovation
- Pursuing Bachelor’s degree, expected to graduate between Dec 2025 - Jul 2026
- Intern candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without limitation or sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., OPT, H-1B visa, TN, etc.)
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0
- Interns must live within 50 miles of their office throughout their internship. Our culture emphasizes team collaboration and a hybrid work model.
- Ability to travel Monday – Thursday (weekly) up to 50%. West Monroe covers travel expenses
Nice To Haves
- Majors with a focus in: Business Analytics Computer Science Data Engineering Data Science Informatics Information Systems Statistics and Design Theory
- Proficiency in querying databases (SQL Server, Snowflake, etc.)
- Experience with data wrangling, coding (Python, R), and data science tools (Azure Data Factory, Databricks)
- Familiarity with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Understanding of data warehousing concepts and tools (SQL Server, Oracle, Snowflake, etc.)
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with client executives and team members to understand organizational needs and recommend appropriate data driven solutions
- Work closely with West Monroe project team members to deliver valuable outcomes
- Initiate and complete project tasks under management guidance
- Evaluate and document client business processes and requirements
- Develop and test investment hypotheses using data science methodologies to drive actionable insights
- Assist in the creation of detailed business cases and strategic recommendations
- Utilize database development and scripting skills (SQL, Python, R) for data manipulation and analysis
- Perform end-to-end data science workflow, from data ingestion and wrangling to analysis and visualization
- Design and develop reports, dashboards, and visualization tools using platforms like Tableau and Power BI
- Develop and implement data management, integration, and data science tools, including ETL processes and machine learning models
- Conduct fit-gap analysis between application functionality and client requirements
- Actively participate in West Monroe’s culture and social events
- Expand your knowledge of data science, analytics, and engineering methodologies by participating in competency teams and attending learning sessions
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
