Business Analytics Intern - Summer at Charter Wire in Milwaukee, WI

Summary: Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where their will to grow drives them to do it better. They are seeking a Business Analytics Intern to contribute to meaningful projects, gain hands-on experience, and grow both personally and professionally. Responsibilities: - Develop and implement AI-driven use cases within Salesforce to improve lead targeting, customer segmentation, and sales forecasting - Train and support the Sales Team on AI-enhanced Salesforce tools to improve adoption and effectiveness - Analyze sales and inventory data to identify high-potential items, uncover underpenetrated markets, and target specific customers in the distribution network - Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and market shifts to highlight growth opportunities - Build and maintain dashboards and reports that measure performance and track success against growth goals - Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Finance teams to refine forecasting models and customer segmentation strategies - Document and optimize analytics processes to increase efficiency and scalability - Participate in projects aimed at improving sales effectiveness, data quality, and reporting capabilities Required Qualifications: - Enrollment in a four-year degree program in Statistics, Marketing, Economics, Business, or a related field with current status of at least a sophomore level - Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher - Proficient in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint - Strong verbal and written communication skills - Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills - Ability to succeed in a team environment - Ability to collaborate with others to accomplish project goals Preferred Qualifications: - Comfort working with and analyzing large datasets - Knowledge of statistical/analytical tools (R, Python, SAS, SPSS) and database/reporting tools (SQL, Tableau, Power BI) - Experience with Salesforce or other CRM platforms - Familiarity with AI concepts and applications in sales - Data visualization and dashboard creation skills - Understanding of sales metrics, KPIs, and market segmentation - Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and reliability - Market research and competitive analysis skills - Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and results-driven Required Skills: Statistical analysis, Data visualization, Microsoft Office Important Skills: R, Python, SQL, Salesforce, Market research Nice-to-Have Skills: Communication skills, Interpersonal skills, Team collaboration, Attention to detail, Self-motivated Benefits: Competitive compensation, Receive weekly pay, Paid holidays