Corporate Research Intern

Vermeer; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermeer Corporation in Iowa is seeking a student to assist with data analysis, research, and project support within Corporate Research, Enterprise Risk Management, and Strategic Project Management. You will discover and analyze data, help prepare reports, dashboards, and materials that communicate findings, and gain cross-functional experience in a fast-paced environment.

This internship offers exposure to Excel, Power BI, and SQL, with mentorship and opportunities to contribute to real business

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Mathematics, or related field.
• Basic understanding of data analysis concepts.
• Familiarity with spreadsheets, databases, or reporting tools.
• Coursework or internship exposure to Excel, Power BI, or SQL.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on market trends, economic indicators, and external factors to support business insights and project work.
• Assist with collecting and organizing data from a variety of sources to support analysis and reporting.
• Develop reporting tools and dashboards to effectively communicate findings and trends.
• Work with structured and unstructured data using spreadsheets, databases, and reporting tools to support team projects.
• Support the team by documenting findings, summarizing insights, and preparing materials that improve understanding of data and project progress.
• Assist with strategic and enterprise risk management projects by tracking tasks, organizing project information, and supporting follow-up activities.

Skills

Data analysis

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Mathematics, or related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Who We Are

Vermeer equips customers doing important work around the world. We are global, driven by innovation and growing. The equipment we make manages natural resources, connects people and feeds and fuels communities. We live out a caring culture, we demonstrate agility, we keep a focus on customers and are stewards of our resources. These beliefs drive our culture, determine how we treat others and steer our business.

Work Shift 1 - First Shift

Job Summary

Are you a student that enjoys assisting with data analysis, research, and project support? In this role you will support Corporate Research, Enterprise Risk Management, and Strategic Project Management by discovering and analyzing data, contributing to research, and providing basic support for project coordination. We are looking for a highly adaptive student who enjoys cross-functional work.

What You’ll Do

1. Conduct research on market trends, economic indicators, and external factors to support business insights and project work.
2. Assist with collecting and organizing data from a variety of sources to support analysis and reporting.
3. Develop reporting tools and dashboards to effectively communicate findings and trends.
4. Work with structured and unstructured data using spreadsheets, databases, and reporting tools to support team projects.
5. Support the team by documenting findings, summarizing insights, and preparing materials that improve understanding of data and project progress.
6. Assist with strategic and enterprise risk management projects by tracking tasks, organizing project information, and supporting follow-up activities.
7. Provide basic project management support by helping schedule meetings, maintain project trackers, organize files, and document action items and next steps.

What We’re Looking For

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Mathematics, or other related field.
• Basic understanding of data analysis concepts and familiarity with spreadsheets, databases, or reporting tools.
• Exposure to tools such as Excel, Power BI, or SQL through coursework, academic projects, or prior internship experience is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain project details, and follow through on assignments.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, along with a willingness to learn, ask questions, and collaborate with others.

Travel

No travel is expected of this position.

Work Location

ONSITE: A team member's day-to-day work is best done on a Vermeer campus. If work content can be occasionally completed at an offsite location, discuss potential arrangements with your manager.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Vermeer Corporation, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other status protected by the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the employment application process should contact Team Member Solutions at [phone] or at [e-mail].

Interested? We’d love to get to know you.