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SAP S/4 HANA Analyst Intern Summer 2027

Woodward · Niles, IL · Part time

Posted Sep 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you learned a new software tool on your own. How did you go about it?

What they are checking: Whether they can teach themselves, since SAP has a steep learning curve.

Tell me about a time you had to explain something technical to a person who wasn't technical.

What they are checking: Whether they can help business users understand system changes.

Tell me about a group project where you kept track of tasks and deadlines for the team.

What they are checking: Whether they are organized, which helps on ERP projects with many moving parts.

What would you want to learn about SAP or IT careers during this internship?

What they are checking: Whether they have clear goals and real interest in enterprise systems work.

What would you do

You're testing a change in SAP and the result isn't what the instructions said. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they document what they found and report it clearly instead of assuming it is their own error.

A user asks you for help with an SAP task you've never done. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they are honest about what they don't know and find the answer instead of guessing.

About the work

In your own words, what is an ERP system like SAP S/4HANA and why would a manufacturer rely on it?

What they are checking: Whether they understand how one system connects finance, supply chain and production data.

Walk me through what happens in a company from a customer order to shipping the product. Where does a system like SAP help?

What they are checking: Whether they can think about business processes end to end, which is the core of ERP work.

How comfortable are you with Excel, SQL or other data tools? Tell me about something you built.

What they are checking: Whether they have data skills that help with reports, data checks and testing.

Why does clean master data, like materials and vendors, matter so much in an ERP system?

What they are checking: Whether they see how bad data in one place causes problems across purchasing, production and finance.

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The full job description

As published by Woodward.

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Woodward offers a Total Reward package for this Internship position, including: • Estimated pay – Sophomore: $21.00, Junior: $23.00, Senior: $25.00 • Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance (20+ hours per week) • Sick Time Are you ready to make your mark? If you’re an Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Business Administration, Supply Chain Operations, Computer Science or Software Engineering major, we have an exciting internship opportunity for you. The purpose of an internship at Woodward is to provide students with the opportunity to gain exposure and “real life” business acumen within the Aerospace and Energy Industry. Our internships also provide students with the opportunity to learn and gain practical experience and to work in areas related to their academic and/or career interests. Gain hands-on experience while working on challenging projects, network with professionals and learn from some of the brightest minds in business. The experience also gives the intern opportunity for potential full-time employment with the company. What you will be doing • Assist in documenting and analyzing aerospace-specific business processes within SAP S/4HANA (e.g., planning, production, procurement, inventory and quality management data). • Support data validation, cleansing, and migration activities for materials, vendors, and production data. • Participate in testing and troubleshooting SAP enhancements, configurations, and integrations. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, and production to gather requirements and support system improvements. • Help prepare training materials and user documentation for SAP end-users in aerospace operations. • Contribute to reporting and dashboard development using SAP Fiori or embedded analytics tools. What We Are Looking For • Effective written and verbal communication skills. • Competent skills in problem solving and trouble-shooting. • Competent in the use of PCs, MS Office Programs and other associated software. • Ability to effectively operate in a team environment. • Effective time management skills. • Solid knowledge of the English language with the ability to speak, read and write along with good listening skills. • Good marks in relevant subjects. • Possess high motivation, flexibility and ability to work on his/her own. Education or Formal Training Must be at least a sophomore in an accredited College or University program and have an acceptable grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Experience Required No experience required. Previous internship or other working experience, a plus. This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).   All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR and EAR, or possess all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State Department and the U.S. Department of Commerce.   ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws. • Great communication skills required • People oriented activities and experience • Evident interest in technology and systems • Office software skills such as Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word • Experience with SAP or other ERP systems • Results orientation and drive to bring teams together to accomplish goals • Assist in documenting and analyzing aerospace-specific business processes within SAP S/4HANA (e.g., planning, production, procurement, inventory and quality management data). • Support data validation, cleansing, and migration activities for materials, vendors, and production data. • Participate in testing and troubleshooting SAP enhancements, configurations, and integrations. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, and production to gather requirements and support system improvements. • Help prepare training materials and user documentation for SAP end-users in aerospace operations. • Shadow SAP analysts during system configuration and learn how aerospace compliance and traceability are managed in SAP. • Contribute to reporting and dashboard development using SAP Fiori or embedded analytics tools.

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