Data Science Intern – Strategic Projects and Analytics

Gerber Collision & Glass, IL Elmhurst

WELCOME TO GERBER COLLISION & GLASS
 
Our Team Members Drive Us! Gerber Collision & Glass is one of the largest collision repair companies in North America. With $2+ billion in sales, over 800 locations and growing, our 10,000+ team members across the United States and Canada are passionate about delivering our goal to WOW Every Customer and Be the Best! 
 
We invite you to join our team. Gerber offers a great place to launch and grow careers. As we continue to grow, we have endless opportunities for you to grow with us. 
 
Gerber Collision & Glass recognizes, values and welcomes all applicants with unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans.
 

Job Description:

Overview:

Gerber Collision & Glass is seeking a data-driven, curious, and detail-oriented intern to join our Strategic Projects and Analytics team for Summer 2025. This hybrid internship (two days per week onsite in Elmhurst, IL, with occasional visits to our Chicago office) offers hands-on experience applying data science to real-world operations—spanning forecasting, margin improvement, and estimator performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze revenue opportunities, repair cycle times, cost trends, and other operational metrics

• Clean and prepare large datasets from internal and external sources

• Build dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs) across markets

• Support predictive models to estimate repair timelines and forecast revenue

• Identify process gaps and patterns to drive continuous improvement

• Present findings through clear visuals and data storytelling for business leaders
   

What We’re Looking For:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, or a related field

• Proficient in Excel, Python (pandas, numpy, scikit-learn), and SQL

• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Domo, Tableau, Power BI)

• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking

• Effective communication and collaboration skills

• Interest in automotive, logistics, or business operations is a plus
   

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The physical demands of your job must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Gerber Collision & Glass is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status, or any other consideration, prohibited by law or by contract.

About Us
Gerber Collision & Glass has been WOWing customers with our collision repair services for over 80 years. Please visit gerbercareers.com to learn more about our company.

Compensation Details:

Internship Details:

• Start Date: May 19, 2025
   

• End Date: August 8, 2025 (12 weeks)
   

• Schedule: Hybrid – 2 days/week onsite in Elmhurst, IL (with occasional visits to our Chicago office)
   

• Compensation:

  • $20/hour (Undergraduate students)
     

  • $25/hour (Graduate students or returnship candidates)
     

Why Intern with Gerber?

You’ll gain real-world experience working with live data in a high-impact industry. Interns at Gerber contribute to projects that directly influence business strategy and work alongside a collaborative, experienced Strategic Projects and Analytics team.

Interview Process – What to Expect

We want you to feel informed and prepared every step of the way. Here’s how our selection process works:

• Application Review: We’ll review all applications and select a small group (typically 5–8) of top candidates.
   

• Case Study: Selected candidates will receive a short, take-home case study to complete before the interview. This helps us understand your approach to real-world problems.
   

• Initial Interview: Based on case study results, we’ll invite top candidates to a 45-minute virtual interview with members of our Strategic Projects and Analytics team.
   

• Second Interview (if applicable): Finalists may be invited to a second conversation with the hiring manager and a senior leader.
   

• Timeline: Case studies and interviews will begin the week of April 28, 2025.