Thesis internship – Forecast analytics
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Job Location:
Veghel - Netherlands
Monthly Salary:
€ 800 - 900
Posted on:
01-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description:
Location: Veghel (hybrid partly at the office partly from home)
Education level: Bachelors or masters student
Internship type: Working internship
Internship allowance: 800 900 per 4 weeks
Start date: February 2026
Ready to take forecasting to the next level
About Mars
At Mars weve been building brands that people and pets love for over a century. As a family-owned business we operate in more than 180 countries worldwide with iconic brands such as M&MS SNICKERS TWIX PEDIGREE WHISKAS SHEBA and ROYAL CANIN.
What makes Mars different Our culture. We believe that growth starts with our people. Thats why youll get the freedom to develop yourself share your ideas and take real responsibility from day one.
About the Internship
Youll be part of the Forecasting Analyst Team which focuses on improving demand forecasting through advanced analytics. This means working with real data experimenting with new techniques and helping us use data smarter every day.
Your focus will be on statistical forecasting for example by applying machine learning models and other advanced analytical methods.
What Youll Do
Analyse forecasting data and uncover insights that help us plan smarter
Support ongoing projects and share findings through clear engaging presentations
Research and test ways to optimize our statistical forecasting approach
Identify new opportunities to improve forecast accuracy for part of the Mars Wrigley portfolio
Who Were Looking For
Youre curious analytical and eager to make data matter. You want to use your skills to solve real business challenges and grow in a digital-first environment.
You are:
Currently pursuing a bachelors or masters degree ideally in Engineering Data Science Mathematics Computer Science and remain enrolled for the duration of the internship
Interested in statistical forecasting with some familiarity with forecasting tools and systems (such as Kinaxis OMP FuturMaster Blue Yonder E2Open or John Galt) and a strong interest in data analytics.
Fluent in English
Available for at least 4 days per week and able to travel to our Veghel office
What You Can Expect from Mars
A challenging and versatile internship in an international environment
The opportunity to grow both professionally and personally supported by an experienced and approachable team
A competitive internship allowance (800900 per 4 weeks) and travel and home-working compensation
Guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals
And of course unlimited access to our chocolate at the office
Ready to shape the future of forecasting and make data count Join Mars and start creating impact from day one.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Adobe Analytics
- Data Analytics
- SQL
- Attribution Modeling
- Power BI
- R
- Regression Analysis
- Data Visualization
- Tableau
- Data Mining
- SAS
- Analytics
About Company
Mars proudly makes the treats, nutritious meals, and many of your favorite products. Learn why we’re ready to become a part of your family.
