Inventory & Data Analytics Intern - Materials Management

OCTA; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

OCTA’s College Intern in Materials Management will support stockroom supervisors, material planner, inventory analyst and the materials manager, assisting with inventory analysis, reporting, and process improvement initiatives while enabling day‑to‑day operations. You will collaborate with professionals to analyze inventory trends and KPI reporting.

The internship is year‑round, paid, with mentoring and career counseling, offering hands‑on experience in data analysis and enterprise systems.

Qualifications

• Full‑time Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Graduate student in a related field.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; reporting/dashboard experience preferred.
• Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and communicate findings.
• Strong written and verbal communication; collaborative across teams.
• Interest in inventory management, supply chain, or process improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support Materials Management with inventory analysis, reporting, and daily activities.
• Analyze trends, usage, demand, and replenishment for inventory management.
• Monitor accuracy, cycle counts, and suggest stock level adjustments.
• Assist with optimization and balancing inventory across locations.
• Develop and maintain Excel reports, dashboards, KPI reporting.
• Update databases, records, and SharePoint documentation.
• Support testing of EAM system enhancements and reporting improvements.
• Participate in meetings, process improvements, and special projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s or master’s in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Excel

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

OCTA’s College Intern in Materials Management will support stockroom supervisors, material planner, inventory analyst and the materials manager, assisting with inventory analysis, reporting, and process improvement initiatives while enabling day‑to‑day operations. You will collaborate with professionals to analyze inventory trends and KPI reporting.

The internship is year‑round, paid, with mentoring and career counseling, offering hands‑on experience in data analysis and enterprise systems.