Data Analyst (Entry-Level / Junior)

Role overview

This entry-level data analyst position focuses on turning raw information into practical insights that support day-to-day and strategic decisions. The role involves gathering data from different sources, structuring it, analyzing it, and presenting findings in a way that helps teams understand performance, trends, risks, and opportunities.

Core responsibilities

• Collect, organize, and interpret data from multiple sources to support business and operational decisions.
• Create and update reports, dashboards, and visualizations that help stakeholders monitor performance and key metrics.
• Check data for accuracy, consistency, and completeness through validation, cleaning, and quality control steps.
• Examine large datasets to identify patterns, improvement areas, possible risks, and growth opportunities.
• Share findings through clear reports and presentations tailored for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Work with cross-functional teams on forecasting, performance tracking, process optimization, and broader improvement initiatives.

Qualifications and requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a similar discipline.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, along with close attention to detail.
• Hands-on ability with spreadsheets, data analysis tools, reporting tools, and data visualization software.
• Working knowledge of SQL, database fundamentals, statistical methods, and data management practices is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify complex data for different audiences.
• Good planning and time-management skills, including the ability to handle several priorities and deadlines at once.
• Exposure to business intelligence, reporting structures, data governance, forecasting, performance measurement, and process improvement concepts is beneficial.

Additional notes

This opportunity is based in Chicago, IL and is a full-time onsite position. No salary, stipend, start date, application deadline, or number of openings was specified in the source information.