Data Analyst Co-Op Intern (Tooling)

Position Summary

The Tooling Data Analyst Intern (Co-Op) will work closely with engineering, tool procurement, and operations teams to drive efficiencies in tooling management - mainly through data analysis. This role requires strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; with focus on categorizing part numbers, running tool life analysis, creating active tool/job lists, and maintaining tool inventory by identifying obsolete tooling. The position also offers opportunities to analyze supplier life cycles, evaluate trends across categories, and support improvement initiatives.

This is a flexible 6-12 month internship that can accommodate school schedules.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform tool life analysis to identify usage patterns, optimize tool replacement schedules and scrapping capabilities, and help to reduce company downtime.
• Work within the tool inventory system to clean and organize data, including identifying and eliminating obsolete tooling.
• Support supplier life cycle and performance analysis; identifying trends that affect quality, cost, and delivery.
• Conduct ad hoc reporting and analysis to suggest improvements and process innovations to management.
• Build dashboards, pivot tables, and data visualizations in Excel.

Skills & Qualifications

• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, advanced formulas, conditional formatting, data visualization, macros/VBA for example).
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.) a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Analytical ability to turn raw data into actionable insights.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling, or machining a plus.

Education & Experience

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• Prior internship (or coursework) related to manufacturing, machining, or supply chain would be beneficial.

What PCC/Net Shaped Solutions Can Offer

• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machining and tooling systems.
• Opportunities to lead projects that directly impact efficiency and cost savings.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals in operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain.
• A growth-focused and collaborative paid internship program.

Pay: $21-24/Hr.