Marketing Research Analyst Intern (Summer 2027)

Job Description: ITW (Illinois Tool Works) is a Fortune 300 global manufacturer with approximately 44,000 employees across 51 countries. For over 100 years, we’ve delivered innovative, customer-focused solutions in industries ranging from automotive and aerospace to construction and electronics. Our success is driven by our differentiated business model comprised of our unique core capabilities: our 80/20 approach, customer-back innovation, and our decentralized, entrepreneurial culture. These capabilities are unmistakably ITW and key to our longevity and strong performance. Our products and solutions are at work all over the world, and we are never more than a few steps from an innovative ITW solution . ITW Commercial Construction North America (CCNA), a division of ITW, includes trusted brands like Buildex® (Teks®, Sammys®), Red Head (TruBolt®, Tapcon®), Ramset (Trakfast®), and PNA®, serving professional contractors since 1910. We design and manufacture innovative fastening, and concrete flatwork solutions for concrete, drywall, metal buildings, fire protection, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC applications. We’re committed to operational excellence, responsive service, and continuous product innovation, and are always focused on meeting the evolving needs of the commercial construction industry. Position Summary The Market Analyst Intern will support CCNA marketing, strategy, and innovation initiatives by gathering and analyzing market, customer, competitive, construction-industry, and internal business data. Working across CCNA, the intern will help assess prioritized growth sub-segments, understand customer and market needs, evaluate growth opportunities, and translate research into clear, actionable recommendations. The role reports to the Marketing Innovation Manager and provides practical exposure to strategic marketing, Customer-Back Innovation (CBI), 80/20, market analysis, and cross-functional decision-making. The specific priority market or research project will be selected based on current CCNA business needs and the opportunity pipeline. Primary Responsibilities Gather and analyze market, customer, competitor, industry, and internal sales data to identify business opportunities. Research market size, growth drivers, customer needs, buying behaviors, industry trends, and emerging construction methods. Evaluate prioritized growth segments and strategic growth opportunities through market and competitive analysis. Conduct customer and industry research using interviews, surveys, field visits, Voice of Customer activities, and secondary research. Identify market trends, customer pain points, competitive gaps, business risks, and areas for growth. Develop clear reports, dashboards, presentations, and actionable recommendations to support business decisions. Collaborate cross-functionally to support targeted selling, portfolio initiatives, opportunity development, and stakeholder presentations while applying ITW's 80/20 principles Qualifications: Rising Junior pursuing a bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Analytics, Economics, Finance, Data Analytics, or a related field, with an expected graduation date between December 2028 and May 2029. Strong research, analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities with the ability to identify patterns and draw logical conclusions from data. Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills to clearly convey findings and recommendations. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Demonstrated curiosity and interest in understanding markets, customers, products, construction applications, and business strategy. Ability to work independently, manage projects, seek guidance appropriately, and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams. Preferred experience or coursework in market research, analytics, statistics, data visualization, business intelligence tools, and a willingness to participate in customer, distributor, industry, or jobsite research activities Learning and Development: The intern will own a meaningful project with defined objectives, regular coaching, cross-functional exposure, and a final presentation. Development areas include market sizing and segmentation, Voice of Customer, competitive analysis, CBI and front-end opportunity development, 80/20, data storytelling, project management, and stakeholder communication Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; lift objects and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth We do not accept unsolicited resumes. To be considered an applicant, please apply online to a specific job posting. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please click here for information on how to contact us directly. Compensation Information: As part of our Core Commitments , we strive to be a great employer by attracting and developing top talent. We support career growth through continuous learning and advancement opportunities, while promoting an inclusive environment through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). The starting pay for this position is $22.70 . Base pay within this range is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant skills, experience, and education ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.