Insights Analyst Internship

Who We Are  

At C.A. Carlin, we take brands to new heights. We are one of the leading privately held sales agencies in the industry. Thanks to nimble growth and associations with our operating partners, C.A. Fortune and C.A. Ferolie, we have built brand value that is unlike any other in the CPG industry.  

What We Do  

Since our start in 1962, we have built industry relationships on the foundation of trust and action. We turn information into insight. We convert insight into programs. We drive programs that consistently deliver results to our clients, on their timeline.   

We have more than 300 associates and multiple offices throughout the country. We represent top brands in many categories such as confection, snack, grocery, beverage, frozen, dairy etc.  

Overview of the Role 

• The Insights Analyst Intern with work alongside the Analytics team to collaborate / shadow on team projects, as well as independent project work to learn how analyst’s work best.  
• Hybrid; Schaumburg IL in office 3-4 days a week 
• Internship length: Late May/ Early June to Early/Mid August
• Pay: $19/hour 
• At C.A. we’re not looking for perfection, just people that want to commit to a us and grow their careers long-term. We are on a mission to build better brands for consumers and their families. If you’re looking for a sign to apply, here it is! 

What You’ll Do at C.A. Carlin 

• Join and experience planning sessions with Clients, client interviews and attend sales presentation calls when appropriate 
• Open learning environment allowing interns to ask numerous questions and experience the culture of Carlin Group 
• Gain an understanding of pulling Nielsen Causal Sales data and being able to read the data and implement into presentations for topline reporting and score carding. 
• Learn how to run POS & Consumer data programs, understand the report pulled and build a story based on sales data 
• Work alongside business analysts who receive daily data requests from Business Managers and begin building a selling story from what is requested. 
• Be exposed to as many sales objectives as possible to understand time management and a fast-paced environment  
• Complete various tasks provided by direct report/Intern manager. 
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned. 

What You Should Bring to the Table 

• High school education or higher required 
• Basic computer and email ability required; willing to accept training 

You Will Stand Out If You Have

• Prior experience with syndicated data
• Basic understanding of category management
• Excel and Powerpoint experience 
• Experience working in a database 

Perks 

• Competitive pay 
• Career development opportunities 
• Summer hours (half day Fridays from Memorial Day thru Labor Day) 
• Work from home flexibility 

Come As You Are 

C.A. is committed to making our company more inclusive. Diversity fuels our innovation and better connects us to our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. Based on research, we know that women and other marginalized groups tend to apply to roles only when their experience perfectly matches the job description. That said, we encourage you to apply if you meet the majority of qualifications, especially if this role aligns with your career trajectory.