Insights & Intelligence Intern

About Parts Town

As the fastest-growing distributor of restaurant equipment, HVAC and residential appliance parts, Parts Town does things a little differently. We value Core Values with safety as the first priority, unique enthusiasm, high integrity, and courage to embrace change. Our workplace has been recognized for its growth and innovation on the Inc. 5000 list 15 years in a row and the Crain's Fast 50 list ten times. We are honored to be voted by our Chicagoland team as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for the last four years.

Perks

• Parts Town Pride -- check out our virtual tour and culture!
• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus
• Hybrid Work schedule
• Team member appreciation events and recognition programs
• Volunteer opportunities
• Monthly IT stipend
• Casual dress code
• On-demand pay options: Access your pay as you earn it, to cover unexpected or even everyday expenses
• Comprehensive traditional benefits: health insurance, 401(k)/401(k) match, employee assistance programs, and time away.

The Job at a Glance

As an Insights & Intelligence Intern, you will support data-driven initiatives that strengthen Parts Town's data foundation and analytics capabilities. This role offers exposure to AI use cases, business intelligence tools, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and cross-functional reporting initiatives.

You'll work on impactful projects such as AI-supported documentation, role-based reporting hubs, and data quality validation, learning how data and analytics influence strategy, sales, and customer outcomes. This internship is ideal for students who are curious, analytical, and excited to explore how AI and data shape modern businesses.

A Typical Day

• Support AI-driven documentation and knowledge-sharing initiatives for reporting assets.
• Assist in building or prototyping role-based reporting hubs for business stakeholders.
• Support data quality testing and validation as new datasets and pipelines are developed.
• Help organize, structure, and standardize data using AI-enabled tools.
• Collaborate with the Insights & Intelligence team, GCP project teams, and analytics partners.
• Document findings, progress, and recommendations for internal stakeholders.

To Land This Opportunity

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Curious and eager to learn new tools, especially AI and analytics platforms.
• Foundational understanding of data and comfortable working with datasets.
• Clear communication skills and enjoyment in documenting and sharing insights.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-changing environment and work independently when needed.

About Your Future Team

You'll collaborate with a dynamic team including business analysts, data analysts, data scientists, technical experts, and various business owners, leaders, and external partners. Innovation is at the heart of what we do, relying on teamwork and ongoing development. This group, the "Intel Agents," celebrates wins, personal milestones, and enjoys friendly competition.

At Parts Town, we value transparency and are committed to ensuring our team members feel appreciated and supported. We prioritize a positive workplace culture where collaboration, growth, and work-life balance are celebrated.

Internship Pay: $18.00 per hour. Parts Town is a pay-for-performance company. Some roles offer profit-sharing and an annual bonus.

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with match, employee assistance programs, paid time off, paid sick time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and professional development opportunities.

Parts Town welcomes diversity and as an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

We are an E-Verify employer.

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