Data Analyst Intern
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Job Description
About Whole Foods Market
Whole Foods Market is a mission-driven company committed to nourishing people and the planet. As a company, they are also dedicated to nurturing future talent, offering a 10-week paid internship program in Austin, Texas. The program is designed to provide interns with meaningful work experiences and the opportunity to make a difference within the company and their community. Interns enjoy a collaborative work environment, free coffee and tea, and opportunities to learn from experienced professionals.
Data Analyst Internship
The Data Analyst Internship within the Product and E-Commerce Analytics team offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of Whole Foods Market’s online presence. Interns will be involved in the development of foundational reporting and metric creation, analysis of E-Commerce trends, and evaluation of strategic initiatives. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
Responsibilities:
• Conduct analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights related to customer preferences and buying behavior.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide data-driven recommendations for improving the online shopping experience.
• Develop reporting visualizations and pipelines to enable informed decision-making for stakeholders and leadership.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across the E-Commerce organization and provide data-driven insight into variances.
• Present modeling approaches in simple terms and connect model results to business questions with a compelling narrative.
Qualifications:
• Strong analytical mindset with a passion for working with data to solve complex problems.
• Knowledge of E-Commerce foundations and its role in the grocery industry.
• Experience developing data models using appropriate techniques for variable selection and model validation.
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights and communicate insights efficiently to leadership.
• Understanding of enterprise databases and proficiency in data retrieval.
• Proficiency in data analysis and programming tools such as SQL, Python, and R.
• Experience working with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
• Strong communication and ability to collaborate with teams across the organization.
• Currently pursuing or recently completed (within the past year) a bachelor’s or graduate degree in Business Analytics, Data Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Statistics or similar field.
Program Details:
• Duration: 10 weeks, full-time (40 hours/week)
• Dates: June 2, 2025 – August 8, 2025
• Location: Austin, Texas (Hybrid Schedule)
• Compensation: Paid internship
Program Highlights:
• Weekly Summer Event Series: Opportunities to connect with other interns and immerse in the Whole Foods Market culture through events like distribution center tours, cheese tastings, volunteering, supplier visits, and more.
• Intern Buddy: Pairing with a Whole Foods Market team member for mentorship and guidance.
• Team Member Coffee Chats: Networking opportunities with Whole Foods Market professionals.
• Internship Expo: Opportunity to present internship projects to the entire company.
Application Process:
• Application Period: September and October 2024
• Review: Rolling basis, with next steps and interviews potentially communicated in November or December 2024.
