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CDS Summer Intern - Data & Analytics - Merchandising POD

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Data
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Seattle

AI generated summary

  • You should be enrolled in an IT program with a GPA of 3.0+, excel in data storytelling, possess strong communication skills, and be resourceful, organized, and a team player.
  • You will analyze data, communicate findings, collaborate in Agile teams, develop visualization stories, and support stakeholders in decision-making while managing multiple projects.

Requirements

  • Enthusiasm for helping Costco use data effectively to evaluate and improve business insights.
  • Experience providing visualizations and storytelling for business decision-making.
  • Comfortable working in both business and technical environments.
  • Logical thinking skills with the ability to think creatively in order to envision relationships between data.
  • Resourceful and able to meet responsibilities with minimal direct supervision.
  • Accountable team player with a constructive attitude, problem-solving, and customer service mindset.
  • Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Possess good organizational, time, and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize, and stay well organized.
  • Must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Must be students currently enrolled in an IT undergraduate or graduate program at a community college, college or university or a recent graduate.

Responsibilities

  • Works with stakeholders to identify solutions that support their business requirements.
  • Works independently and within a team environment.
  • Pays attention to detail, self-motivated with the ability to follow instructions and complete assignments on time.
  • Learns and applies new concepts, processes, and tools.
  • Takes initiative to solve problems and multi-task by prioritizing projects and deadlines.
  • Communicates effectively with team members, stakeholders, and all levels of management.
  • Tells stories through modern visualization techniques and presents them to stakeholders.
  • Performs data analysis to support any area of Costco’s business.
  • Collaborates and participates in regularly scheduled Agile scrum ceremonies.
  • Builds and trains data models to solve business questions and aid decision-making.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship program?

The internship program runs for 12 weeks, typically from mid-June to early September.

Is this internship paid?

Yes, this internship is a paid position.

What kind of skills are required for this internship?

Required skills include strong knowledge of data extraction tools, data transformation, data modeling, and the ability to create and maintain data pipelines.

Are students from all majors eligible to apply?

Only students currently enrolled in an IT undergraduate or graduate program, or recent graduates, are eligible to apply for this internship.

Will housing be provided during the internship?

No, housing is not provided, and interns are responsible for their own travel and accommodation expenses.

Is there an opportunity for full-time employment after the internship?

Yes, interns may undergo the interview process for a level 1 position during the program, and if selected, can be converted to a regular employment status.

What documents are required to apply for this internship?

Applicants must submit a cover letter and a resume.

What location will the internship take place in?

The internship is located in Issaquah, WA, and no out-of-state work is allowed.

Do interns need to have experience with Agile methodology?

Familiarity with Agile methodology is recommended, but not required.

What is the minimum GPA requirement for applicants?

Applicants must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1983
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Costco Wholesale is a multibillion dollar global retailer with warehouse club operations in 11 countries. We are the recognized leader in our field, dedicated to quality in every area of our business and respected for our outstanding business ethics. Despite our large size and rapid international expansion, we continue to provide an atmosphere in which our employees thrive and succeed. If you are an ambitious, energetic person who enjoys a fast-paced team environment filled with challenges and opportunities, you've come to the right place. Our successful employees are service-oriented with integrity and commitment toward a common goal of excellence. Costco offers great jobs, great pay, great benefits and a great place to work.