Data Analyst Intern (Summer 2026)

Job Summary

WebstaurantStore, a Clark Associates company, is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Data Analyst Intern to support key reporting and business intelligence functions. This is a full-time, in-person internship in Aberdeen, MD. It will run Monday–Friday, 9AM–5:30PM from approximately mid-May to mid-August 2026.

Through hands-on experience with tools including Excel and Power BI, you'll gain exposure to project management, operations, and how data informs decision-making across departments.

This is a great opportunity to build your technical and analytical skills in a fast-paced, data-driven environment while making meaningful contributions to the leading ecommerce restaurant supply business. Click here to learn more about our internship program.

We only accept W-2 candidates, H-1B sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

• Gather, clean, validate, and organize data from multiple sources for accuracy and usability
• Build dashboards, generate recurring reports, and highlight trends or risks
• Document meeting notes, maintain trackers, and prepare visuals for stakeholder presentations
• Perform descriptive analysis, benchmark performance, and identify gaps or bottlenecks
• Draft/update SOPs, manage version control, and support workflow documentation
• Partner with Project Manager, share findings clearly, and assist with cross-departmental requests

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed while sitting/standing and interfacing with a personal computer.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
• Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Requires occasional bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
• Requires the ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 50lbs.

Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in a distribution environment preferred but not required
• Currently enrolled in a college or university program, preferably in data analytics or a related field

Education

This role does not require a degree. We value relevant skills and experience and alignment with our core values above all else.

Desired Traits & Skills

• Proficiency with MS Office required (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to quickly adapt as business needs change; ability to address difficult situations with diplomacy and emotional intelligence