GTG Intern - Data Science

W.W. Grainger • Chicago, IL

127d • $30

About The Position

This internship is a 10-week program based in our downtown Chicago office. You will work on the Digital Experience Analytics team, which is responsible for driving Grainger strategy through the analysis of online data. This intern will work cross-functionally with business stakeholders on projects that inform the feature and functionalities deployed in our digital channels (website, app, etc.). In addition to exciting projects, there will be time throughout the summer for networking, professional development, and social events. The internship is paid and free housing is provided in downtown Chicago.

Requirements

• Majoring in a quantitative field such as mathematics, statistics, engineering, data science, analytics, operations research, economics, etc.
• Expected to graduate with a Bachelor's or Master's degree between Winter 2026 - Spring 2027.
• General knowledge of analytics, and the curiosity and drive to explore a large data ecosystem and develop analysis skills in a business context.
• Experience in coding for data science and analytics applications (Python or R preferred).
• Experience in statistical modeling and machine learning in-industry (regression, classification, clustering, natural language processing, time-series modeling).
• Knowledge of database design and logic (e.g. Teradata, Snowflake), with demonstrable ability to build complex queries in SQL.
• Interest in ecommerce and online customer behavior.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively work with partners from a variety of teams.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher.
• Eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Analyze the customer experience across digital channels to uncover opportunities to create value for Grainger and our customers.
• Complete a summer-long analytics project focused on a particular business problem and present your findings to senior leaders.
• Work with senior analytics team members and business stakeholders to understand business needs and scope projects.
• Grow your end-to-end analytics skills, including data gathering and cleansing, exploration and aggregation, statistical analysis and modeling, reporting and dashboard building, and summarizing insights and implications for stakeholders.
• Use tools and platforms such as Snowflake, Power BI, Excel, Adobe Analytics and Python/R.
• Partner closely with current team members on ongoing activities such as ad hoc analysis, troubleshooting, documentation and project management.
• Learn about the different roles and functions of a modern analytics team and understand how analytics drives technology decisions.

Benefits

• Paid internship
• Free housing provided in downtown Chicago

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree