Intern, Production Analytics

WTL Wheatland Tube, LLC; Hermitage (Mercer County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Intern Summit

Networking events

Job summary

Zekelman Industries is seeking a Production Analytics & AI Intern to support production planning and digital transformation initiatives on-site at our Wheatland Tube facility in Wheatland, Pennsylvania. The official internship runs May 24, 2027 through August 13, 2027.

You’ll analyze manufacturing data, build dashboards, collaborate with Planning and AI teams, and present actionable recommendations to leadership.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field.
• Interest in manufacturing, analytics, AI, or digital transformation.
• Able to translate data insights into business actions.
• Familiarity with Excel and data visualization/reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing, inventory, and scheduling data to support planning decisions.
• Build dashboards and visualizations to aid production decisions.
• Collaborate with Planning and AI teams to develop practical solutions.
• Document current and future-state planning workflows and processes.
• Assist with pilot projects involving AI tools and analytics platforms.

Skills

Data analytics

Manufacturing analytics

AI & automation interest

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Analytics, CS, IE, Ops Mgmt or related field

Tools

SQL

Python

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday. Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development. We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more. Come build a career you believe in.

About the Role

Zekelman Industries is seeking a Production Analytics & AI Intern to support production planning and digital transformation initiatives to work on site at our Wheatland Tube Council Avenue facility in Wheatland, Pennsylvania.

The official Zekelman internship program runs from May 24, 2027 through August 13, 2027.

What You’ll Do

• Support production planning activities through analysis of manufacturing, inventory, and scheduling data
• Analyze production workflows and recommend opportunities for automation, digitalization, or AI-enabled improvements
• Partner with Production Planning and AI & Innovation teams to evaluate business processes and develop practical solutions
• Build dashboards, reports, and visualizations that support production and planning decisions
• Help document current-state and future-state planning workflows and operational processes
• Assist with pilot projects involving AI tools, analytics platforms, or digital productivity solutions
• Support data collection, validation, and reporting related to production performance and planning effectiveness
• Research emerging technologies and analytical approaches applicable to manufacturing and supply chain operations
• Prepare presentations and recommendations for operations, planning, and leadership stakeholders
• Perform other duties as assigned

Who You Are

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Information Systems, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field
• Strong interest in manufacturing, production planning, analytics, AI, or digital transformation
• Comfortable analyzing data and translating findings into actionable business recommendations
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and familiar with data visualization or reporting tools
• Exposure to SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau, or similar analytical tools is preferred
• Knowledge of AI tools, automation technologies, or machine learning concepts through coursework, projects, or internships is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment and interacting with both production and office-based teams
• Strong communication skills and ability to present insights to technical and non-technical audiences

What You’ll Get

• Interns also enjoy: Experience applying AI and data-driven decision-making in a real manufacturing environment
• Access to company-wide networking events, team-building activities, and learning sessions
• Regular coaching and feedback to support personal and professional growth
• Participation in a company-wide Intern Summit
• Opportunity to present project outcomes and recommendations to business leaders

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.

In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V We are Zekelman Industries. We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers. We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers. Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.