Software Analytics Co-op

KION Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Pay transparency

Global opportunities

Job summary

KION Group, through Dematic’s Digital Solutions Software team, offers a 2027 co-op focused on analytics and dashboards for warehouse systems. You will work with engineers and analysts to turn data into practical solutions using SQL, Python, and visualization tools.

You will gain experience with modern data architectures, cloud platforms, and large-scale automation while contributing to real customer challenges and production data.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree at Kettering University in a technical field.
• Interest in data analytics, problem solving, and learning new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers and analysts to translate problems into analytics solutions.
• Design, build, test, and improve dashboards and reports.
• Query and analyze data using SQL, BigQuery, or SQL Server.
• Use Power BI, Tableau, or Looker to generate actionable insights.
• Learn data movement through warehouse systems and improve operations.
• Assist with testing and validation of analytics solutions.
• Participate in requirements, design sessions, and solution reviews.
• Document findings for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and take ownership of tasks.

Skills

SQL

Python

Power BI

Tableau

Looker

Relational databases

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Google BigQuery

Microsoft SQL Server

Job description

Start your engineering career by working with real data, real automated systems, and real customer challenges. This 2027 Kettering University Co-op opportunity with Dematic’s Digital Solutions Software team gives you the chance to apply what you’re learning in the classroom while building analytics solutions for some of the world’s most advanced warehouse automation systems. You’ll work alongside experienced software and analytics professionals to develop dashboards, analyze data, test solutions, and solve technical problems using tools such as SQL, Python, visualization platforms, and cloud technologies. We’re looking for a curious problem solver who enjoys learning new technologies, working with data, and building solutions that make an impact.

We offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Pay Transparency
• Global Opportunities
• Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer

Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $19.00-$23.00 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Tasks and Qualifications

What You Will Do in This Role

• Work with engineers, analysts, and business partners to understand problems and turn them into practical analytics solutions.
• Help design, build, test, and improve dashboards, reports, and other data-driven applications.
• Query and analyze data using technologies such as SQL, Google BigQuery, or Microsoft SQL Server.
• Work with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Looker to turn data into useful insights.
• Learn how data moves through automated warehouse and material handling systems and how it can be used to improve operations.
• Assist with testing and validating analytics solutions to make sure the results are accurate and ready for customer use.
• Participate in requirements discussions, technical design sessions, troubleshooting, and solution reviews.
• Document solutions and communicate your findings to both technical and non-technical team members.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary engineering team while also taking ownership of individual assignments.
• Gain exposure to cloud platforms, modern data architectures, and large-scale industrial automation systems.

What We Are Looking For

Education Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree at Kettering University, preferably in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related technical field. Students at different points in their co-op journey are encouraged to apply. We’re looking for curiosity, problem-solving ability, and a willingness to learn, not someone who already knows everything on this list.

Knowledge / Qualifications

• Basic experience with SQL and relational databases.
• Experience with or an interest in Python for data analysis, automation, or application development.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Looker is a plus.
• An interest in working with data to identify trends, investigate problems, and develop solutions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to dig into unfamiliar technical challenges.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to explain technical ideas clearly.
• Experience working on team-based programming, engineering, or analytics projects through coursework, extracurricular activities, or previous co-op assignments.
• Exposure to cloud technologies, data engineering, APIs, or modern software development is a plus.
• An interest in automation, robotics, material handling equipment, manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain technology is a plus.
• Most importantly, a desire to learn, experiment, ask questions, and build things that solve real problems.

What You’ll Get From the Experience

• Hands‑on experience with real production data and customer‑facing engineering solutions.
• Exposure to modern analytics, cloud, and data technologies.
• Experience working with software and data generated by automated warehouse systems.
• Opportunities to develop your skills in SQL, Python, visualization, data analysis, and software engineering.
• Experience working through the complete lifecycle of a solution, from understanding the original problem through development, testing, validation, and delivery.
• Mentorship and collaboration with experienced software, analytics, and automation engineers.
• Meaningful project ownership rather than purely observational or administrative co‑op work.

KION brands keep the world moving – globally, regionally, and locally. KION is the Supply Chain Solutions Company. With over 42,000 employees in more than 100 countries, we enable smart, sustainable, and reliable supply chains worldwide - wherever goods are stored, moved, or delivered. KION offers its customers the full spectrum of solutions to make their supply chains future‑ready. Our international brands, Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli and our regional brands, Fenwick and OM, stand for outstanding technological innovation, intelligent automation and service excellence in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment. Dematic complements this expertise with state-of-the-art automation technology and AI-supported software solutions that optimize intralogistics across warehousing, production, and distribution. Whether locally or globally – we offer exciting career opportunities in an innovative environment shaped by our core values: Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, and Excellence. Together, we create the magic of supply chain solutions. Join our team – Push it forward.