Intern - Strategic Category Analyst

Micron•Boise, ID

10d

About The Position

As a Strategic Category Analyst Intern – Construction, you will support cost management, analytics, and reporting activities for Micron's semiconductor fab construction projects. You will work with Procurement, Construction, Finance, and Operations teams to evaluate cost performance, identify optimization opportunities, leverage AI-enabled tools, and provide data-driven insights that support strategic decision-making. The Strategic Cost Management team supports Micron's global expansion by driving cost optimization, financial transparency, and supplier strategy across large-scale semiconductor construction projects. Through analytics, market intelligence, benchmarking, and AI-enabled solutions, the team helps ensure capital investments are delivered efficiently while supporting Micron's long-term growth objectives.

Requirements

0–2 years of relevant experience through internships, research projects, coursework, co-ops, or academic projects in procurement, construction, engineering, project management, supply chain, analytics, or related fields.
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and develop actionable insights.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience using AI-enabled tools to support analysis, research, productivity, or decision-making.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

Interest or experience in cost management, construction cost controls, quantity surveying, procurement, or business analytics.
Experience with data visualization and analytics tools such as Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Access, SharePoint, or similar platforms.
Basic understanding of construction delivery models and contracting methods, including GMP, lump sum, unit price, and time-and-materials contracts.
Familiarity with procurement systems, project management tools, or capital project execution methodologies.
Curiosity, adaptability, and interest in applying AI, automation, and continuous improvement practices to business processes and analytics.

Responsibilities

Support construction cost planning, forecasting, benchmarking, and performance tracking across large capital projects.
Analyze cost, supplier, market, and project data to identify trends, risks, savings opportunities, and improvement recommendations.
Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and analytical tools that improve access to project costs, forecasts, and business performance.
Collaborate with Procurement, Facilities Construction, Finance, and Operations teams to support decision-making, supplier analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Use AI-enabled tools and technologies to improve research, analysis, reporting, process efficiency, and operational effectiveness while promoting responsible AI use.