Data Science Engineering Intern

City of Shakopee, MN; Boulder (CO); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in Boulder, CO is offering an internship/co-op role focused on building data-driven insights to optimize manufacturing backlog and planning processes. You will develop Power BI dashboards and predictive models, collaborate with supply chain, operations, and engineering, and participate in multiple analytics projects from data exploration to dashboard deployment.

The role requires pursuing a bachelor's degree in engineering, 0 years of experience, full‑time in-person work, and legal

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Zero (0) years of related experience.
• Ability to work full‑time (40 hours) per week in‑person.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Develop a Power BI dashboard that predicts future past-due backlog based on CRD, PSD, model code, value stream, and material status.
• Build weekly projected late backlog forecasts, top model code risk heat maps, and simulation tools that quantify material availability, capacity constraints and scheduling decisions on backlog recovery.
• Create a predictive surge capacity model for low-volume product lines that identifies demand mix variation, bottlenecks by operation, and growth scenario analyses to guide investment prioritization and lead time stability.
• Apply data science methodologies, including statistical modeling, forecasting, and visualization, to translate complex operational datasets into actionable insights for planners, operations leaders, and SIOP discussions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including supply chain planning, operations, and engineering to validate models, gather requirements, and ensure analytical tools align with business priorities and decision‑making workflows.
• Participate in multiple analytical projects at various stages, from data exploration and model development to dashboard deployment and user training.

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Develop a Power BI dashboard that predicts future past-due backlog based on Customer Required Date (CRD), Planned Ship Date (PSD), model code, value stream, and material status, enabling planners to answer, "What will be late next month?" with data-driven confidence.
• Build weekly projected late backlog forecasts, top model code risk heat maps, and simulation tools that quantify the impact of material availability, capacity constraints, and scheduling decisions on backlog recovery.
• Create a predictive surge capacity model for low-volume product lines (e.g., CMFHC) that identifies demand mix variation, highlights bottlenecks by operation, and produces growth scenario analyses to guide investment prioritization and lead time stability.
• Apply data science methodologies, including statistical modeling, forecasting, and visualization, to translate complex operational datasets into actionable insights for planners, operations leaders, and SIOP discussions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including supply chain planning, operations, and engineering to validate models, gather requirements, and ensure analytical tools align with business priorities and decision‑making workflows.
• Participate in multiple analytical projects at various stages, from data exploration and model development to dashboard deployment and user training, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the data science project lifecycle in a manufacturing context.

Who You Are:

• You are analytically minded and naturally curious, energized by turning raw data into clear, actionable insights. You take initiative in exploring new tools and methodologies, and you're not afraid to dive into ambiguous problems to find structure and meaning. You communicate complex findings in ways that resonate with both technical and non‑technical audiences. You thrive in collaborative environments and build strong relationships across teams, bringing enthusiasm and rigor to every project you touch.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in engineering
• Zero (0) years of related experience
• Ability to work full‑time (40 hours) per week in‑person
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar data visualization platforms
• Familiarity with Python, R, SQL, or statistical modeling techniques
• Prior internship or project experience in data analytics, operations research, or supply chain
• Exposure to manufacturing, supply chain planning, or ERP/MES systems

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

• At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives - because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
• We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. Our culture prioritizes work‑life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including monthly housing allowance, paid holidays, employee choice hours, paid sick time, and paid volunteer time. You will also get hands‑on experience, professional development, and networking opportunities in our well‑established and structured internship program. There are also easy to access on‑site cafeterias, fitness facilities, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.
• At Emerson, our employees' passion for innovation and results drives our success. We actively pursue new technologies, capabilities and approaches to drive tangible value for our customers. To reward this passion for innovation and results, Emerson makes meaningful investments in our people. We provide competitive compensation, integrated benefits offerings, and fulfilling career journeys that support the growth of each employee. We firmly believe that when Emerson is successful in achieving its operational and financial goals, our employees share in the company's success. The hourly pay for this role is $24-$28, commensurate with the year in school and experience each candidate brings to a role.

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems - for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award‑winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go!

No calls or agencies please.

Job Info

• Job Identification 26009488
• Job Function Intern/Co-op
• Posting Date 09/01/2026, 12:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time

7070 Winchester Circle, Boulder, CO, 80301, US