Brand & Online Experience Intern - Data-Driven Assortment

W. W. Grainger; Lake Forest (IL); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

W.W. Grainger, Inc. offers a Brand, Online Experience and Assortment Intern position in Lake Forest, IL. This 10-week paid internship provides hands-on experience in cost modeling, data-driven insights, and supplier negotiations across our global supply chain.

You will explore internal product taxonomy, search, and category strategy while learning from experienced professionals in a collaborative environment. The program emphasizes practical learning, project work, and formal presentations.

Qualifications

• GPA 3.0 or higher required.
• No visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Currently enrolled in college/university pursuing a Bachelor's degree.
• Proficient in MS Office (formulas, pivot tables, data analysis).
• Strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Analytical ability to synthesize information and improve processes.
• Expected graduation Dec 2027–Jun 2028.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing cost models and data-driven insights for private label negotiations.
• Support supplier contracts, product cost changes, reporting and analytics.
• Define and manage product taxonomy, attributes, classification and search results.
• Assist in determining product category strategy and supplier selections.
• Support marketing with data analysis and cross-functional collaboration to improve customer experience.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree (in related majors)

Tools

SQL

Python

R

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

W.W. Grainger, Inc. offers a Brand, Online Experience and Assortment Intern position in Lake Forest, IL. This 10-week paid internship provides hands-on experience in cost modeling, data-driven insights, and supplier negotiations across our global supply chain.

You will explore internal product taxonomy, search, and category strategy while learning from experienced professionals in a collaborative environment. The program emphasizes practical learning, project work, and formal presentations.