Data Analytics Intern

CF Industries
United States, Illinois, Northbrook
Feb 21, 2025
At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the world sustainably. Our employees are focused on safe and reliable operations, environmental stewardship, and disciplined capital and corporate management. By joining CF, you will be part of a team that brings their varied experiences, wide-ranging knowledge and diverse talents together to deliver important work and you'll be able to pursue complex, exciting opportunities that help you continue to grow and achieve your potential in different areas. You'll take pride in working for a company that lives its values and where you can be yourself at work, as part of an authentic team that encourages you to share your views and opinions. Our eight manufacturing complexes in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, an unparalleled storage, transportation and distribution network in North America, and logistics capabilities enabling a global reach underpin our strategy to leverage our unique capabilities to accelerate the world's transition to clean energy. Function: Intern/Co-op Job Summary:The Internal Audit (IA) department is seeking a motivated, self-starting, and curious Data Analytics Intern to join our team for the summer of 2025. This internship offers hands-on experience in various aspects of data analytics including database design, data visualization, data pipeline management, as well as working with online data systems such as cloud tools and APIs. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and a keen interest in leveraging data to drive business insights. This is a great opportunity to have a tangible impact on a team that is building out and expanding many of its core functions within newly available enterprise technologies. Successful candidates will think outside the box, quickly learn and share knowledge with the team, and be willing to get their hands "dirty" with data that requires significant cleaning. The role requires being in the Northbrook office 4 days per week to fully experience a teams-based work environment. Job Description: Key Responsibilities: Design and maintain databases to ensure data integrity and accessibility. Create and manage data pipelines to streamline data collection, processing, and storage. Develop data visualizations to communicate insights effectively using tools like Tableau. Assist with continuous infrastructure improvements to department reporting. Work with APIs to retrieve and publish data to/from various sources. Collaborate with IA team members to better understand pain points and develop solutions to address those pain points. Required Technical Skills: Proficiency with SQL and relational database concepts. Proficiency with Python including Jupyter/Databricks Notebooks, standard analysis libraries (Pandas, NumPy), API connectivity, version control (Azure DevOps), etc. Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau. Exposure to cloud computing concepts and tools such as Databricks, blob storage, and centralized credential management. Preferred Qualifications: Currently pursuing a degree in a business-oriented major with a STEM focus, or a STEM major with a business focus. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Previous experience with data analytics projects either through coursework or other internships is a plus. What We Offer: Hands-on experience with real-world data analytics projects. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a team focused on exploring and leveraging new tools to meet business needs. Mentorship from experienced and diverse professionals in the fields of analytics, technology, audit, finance, and accounting. Opportunities to develop and enhance your technical and business skills. A collaborative and inclusive work environment. The estimated hourly pay for the position is typically between $17.31 - $21.51 The actual base pay for the position may be influenced by factors such as education, training, skills, qualifications, competencies, years of experience, job-related knowledge, and scope of the role, and could be outside of the posted pay range. How to Apply: When applying online, please include a cover letter. In your cover letter, please reference any relevant project work and include links to online portfolios (e.g., Tableau Public profiles, GitHub profiles). CF Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Employees in the US can learn more about their rights by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster (PDF) and others as detailed below: Pay Transparency https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf FMLA: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf Employee Polygraph Protection Act https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf Employees in Canada can learn more about their rights by viewing the "Canadian Human Rights Act". If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at CF Industries, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call 847-405-2400 or contact us attalentacquisition@cfindustries.com. JOIN OUR TALENT NETWORK