Business Intelligence Analyst Intern (Target) - Eden Prairie, MN

Who We Are  

At C.A. Carlin, we take brands to new heights. We are one of the leading privately held sales agencies in the industry. Thanks to nimble growth and associations with our operating partners, C.A. Fortune and C.A. Ferolie, we have built brand value that is unlike any other in the CPG industry.  

What We Do  

Since our start in 1962, we have built industry relationships on the foundation of trust and action. We turn information into insight. We convert insight into programs. We drive programs that consistently deliver results to our clients, on their timeline.  

We have more than 300 associates and multiple offices throughout the country. We represent top brands in many categories such as confection, snack, grocery, beverage, frozen, dairy etc.  

Overview of the Role

• The Business Intelligence Analyst Intern with work alongside the Target and Analytics team to collaborate / shadow on team projects, as well as independent project work to learn how analyst’s work best.
• Location: Hybrid to Eden Prairie, MN (in office 3 days/ week)
• At C.A. we’re not looking for perfection, just people that want to commit to a us and grow their careers long-term. If you’re looking for a sign to apply, here it is

What You’ll Do at C.A. Carlin

• Join and experience planning sessions with Target, clients, client interviews and attend sales presentation calls when appropriate
• Open learning environment allowing interns to ask numerous questions and experience the culture of C.A. Carlin
• Gain an understanding of pulling Sales data and being able to read the data and implement into presentations for topline reporting and score carding.
• Learn how to run POS & Consumer data programs, understand the report pulled and build a story based on sales data
• Learn how to run Numerator Reports to cross check Post Promotional activity for clients on promotions ran
• Interns learn how to search for customer POGs in the customer systems and understand how POGs are created through JDA and Blue Yonder software, wrapping up a better understanding at store-level
• Work alongside business analysts who receive daily data requests from Business Managers and begin building a selling story from what is requested
• Be exposed to as many sales objectives as possible to understand time management and a fast-paced environment
• Complete various tasks provided by direct report/Intern manager
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned

What You Should Bring to the Table

• High school education required
• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university 
• Basic computer and email ability required; willing to accept training

Perks

• We offer the chance to work in the fun and exciting world of candy, while learning the inner workings of an age-old industry. C.A. Carlin is truly supportive environment and is part of a progressive organization dedicated to the well-being of our clients, customers, and employees.
• Competitive pay
• Ability to work with other interns on a collaborative project
• Summer hours (half day Fridays from Memorial Day thru Labor Day)
• Work from home flexibility

Come As You Are

C.A. is committed to making our company more inclusive. Diversity fuels our innovation and better connects us to our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. Based on research, we know that women and other marginalized groups tend to apply to roles only when their experience perfectly matches the job description. That said, we encourage you to apply if you meet the majority of qualifications, especially if this role aligns with your career trajectory.