Software Analytics Co-op

KION Group • Grand Rapids, MI

2d • $19 - $23

About The Position

Dematic is hiring a Software Analytics Co-op for its Digital Solutions Software team. The co-op will work alongside software engineers, data analysts, and other technical team members to solve real-world problems using data and contribute to analytics solutions used by customers in automated distribution and manufacturing environments. The role provides hands-on experience with analytics, dashboards, databases, cloud technologies, and warehouse automation.

The co-op will apply classroom learning to practical projects, including developing and improving dashboards and data-driven applications, analyzing production data, testing and validating solutions, and communicating findings. The experience includes mentorship, collaboration with experienced technical professionals, and ownership of meaningful projects through the full solution lifecycle.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree at Kettering University, preferably in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related technical field.
• Basic experience with SQL and relational databases.
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to investigate unfamiliar technical challenges.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical ideas clearly.
• Experience working on team-based programming, engineering, or analytics projects through coursework, extracurricular activities, or previous co-op assignments.
• Curiosity, willingness to learn, experiment, ask questions, and build solutions to real problems.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with or interest in Python for data analysis, automation, or application development.
• Familiarity with Power BI, Tableau, or Looker.
• Exposure to cloud technologies, data engineering, APIs, or modern software development.
• Interest in automation, robotics, material handling equipment, manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain technology.

Responsibilities

• Work with engineers, analysts, and business partners to understand problems and develop practical analytics solutions.
• Help design, build, test, and improve dashboards, reports, and other data-driven applications.
• Query and analyze data using SQL, Google BigQuery, or Microsoft SQL Server.
• Use data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Looker to create useful insights.
• Learn how data moves through automated warehouse and material handling systems and how it can support operational improvements.
• Assist with testing and validating analytics solutions for accuracy and customer readiness.
• Participate in requirements discussions, technical design sessions, troubleshooting, and solution reviews.
• Document solutions and communicate findings to technical and non-technical team members.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary engineering team while taking ownership of individual assignments.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Pay transparency
• Global opportunities
• Hands-on experience with real production data and customer-facing engineering solutions
• Exposure to modern analytics, cloud, and data technologies
• Mentorship and collaboration with experienced software, analytics, and automation engineers
• Meaningful project ownership

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern