About the role#
The Data Systems Intern supports technology, reporting, and analytics initiatives at Macy's. You will assist with process documentation, project coordination, testing activities, and various data-related projects. This 8-week program offers exposure to the business systems that enable marketing and analytics operations.
What you'll do#
- Document business processes, project requirements, and data definitions.
- Support testing and quality assurance for reporting, analytics, and marketing technology solutions.
- Maintain project documentation, track action items, and monitor progress on operational initiatives.
- Conduct research and basic data analysis to support business questions.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to support system enhancements.
- Assist with operational and project management tasks.
What you'll need#
- Junior standing (rising senior) pursuing a bachelor's degree in any major.
- Strong academic record, with a 3.0 GPA preferred.
- Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and formulas.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Ability to analyze retail performance metrics like sales, gross margin, inventory productivity, and sell-through.
- Understanding of financial performance metrics, profitability concepts, and statistical analysis.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects independently.
- Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and relationship management skills.
- Ability to read and interpret instructional documents, such as procedure manuals.
- High aptitude for processing information quickly and attention to detail.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
About Macy's
Macy's is a retail company founded in 1858. It operates approximately 640 locations across 43 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Guam. The company offers fashion and home goods through its physical stores and an e-commerce platform. Headquartered in New York, it employs over 82,000 people.
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