Enterprise Business Operations Analyst Co-op - January 2026
Program Dates: January 5, 2026 - June 19, 2026The base pay for this position is $24 per hourThis is a Boston based opportunity with a 4 day in office expectation (Monday - Thursday) with 1 day remote (Friday)At this time, Wayfair will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position for the following work visas: STEM OPT EAD, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, J-1, or TN
Who We Are:At Wayfair, the Enterprise organization provides the backbone for our business operations. Enterprise brings together critical functions such as Finance, Procurement, Talent, Legal & Compliance, Real Estate, and Corporate Affairs & Communications.
As a Co-op embedded in Enterprise, you will operate at the intersection of finance and procurement, working on a cross-functional project that spans multiple areas. This role will give you exposure to how diverse groups partner to support Wayfair’s strategic priorities, leverage tech solutions, streamline processes, and optimize the way we enable the rest of the company to succeed.
What You’ll Do:
- Take ownership of a flagship Spring 2026 project: the Tools & Technology Mapping Narrative.
- Goal: Empower strategic decision-making on software purchases through comprehensive mapping of functional needs across Wayfair.
- Outcome:
- Map each functional vertical (e.g., Finance, Talent, Marketing, Customer Service) on their key activities and attach to these the tech-enabled solutions in place (external software, homegrown software, or manual/blank space).
- Analyze and map capabilities across the existing software portfolio, benchmarking against full provider offerings to identify overlaps, gaps, expansion opportunities, and areas to scale current contracts.
- Partner with Procurement leadership to synthesize findings into clear, data-driven recommendations that prioritize the highest ROI opportunities and inform long-term vendor and contract strategy
- Roadmap: Engage with each functional area, conduct interviews, map processes, align with stakeholders, and progress sequentially across the organization.
- Stakeholders: Project sponsors are the Head of Procurement and the Head of FP&A. Oversight from FP&A Software Planning Lead and Procurement Software Purchase Leads. Stakeholders include mid-to-senior leaders across the business.
- Develop in a hands-on learning environment with regular feedback, mentorship, and growth opportunities.
What You’ll Need:
Basic Qualifications:
- Current Sophomore or Junior pursuing an undergraduate degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Analytics, Engineering, Math, Physics, Chemistry, or related discipline
- 3.0 GPA minimum
- Must be returning to the course of study following completion of the Co-op
- Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship by Wayfair now or in the future. Visa sponsorship includes the following work visas: STEM OPT EAD, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, J-1, or TN
Preferred Qualifications:
- Interest in SaaS products, technology applications, process optimization, change management, consulting, and streamlining
- Strong curiosity for understanding how functions operate and how technology enables efficiency
- Self-starter who thrives in a collaborative team environment and is comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders
- Proficiency with large and/or complex datasets using at least one of:
- Excel or Google Sheets
- SQL, Google BigQuery, or equivalent
- Ability to simplify complex data into actionable insights
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset
- Effective communicator with the ability to translate findings into executive-ready narratives
Why You’ll Love Wayfair:Throughout the Co-op Program, we provide co-ops with the opportunity to engage in social and community building activities including:
- A calendar of events including social networking, professional development, and dialogue events with senior leaders
- Formalized mentorship program along with an assigned reporting manager for impactful professional development and feedback
- Skills-based training
- Coffee chat opportunities for co-ops to get to know one another
Purpose & Inclusion at Wayfair:At Wayfair, we pride ourselves on fostering an environment where every individual experiences a fair and equitable employee journey. We are committed to developing targeted resources that raise awareness around inclusion and eliminate barriers, ensuring Wayfair provides a fair and inclusive workplace experience for everyone.
Social Impact & Responsibility:At Wayfair, we focus on helping people on their journey to home - specifically those who have lost their way from home. We do this by leveraging our best assets, such as collaborating with leading nonprofit organizations, coordinating in-kind product donations, empowering our employees to get involved through paid volunteer time off programs, and encouraging our customers to donate. This multi-faceted approach allows us to support communities in need in authentic ways that align with Wayfair's broader mission of helping everyone, anywhere create their sense of home.
About Wayfair Inc.
Wayfair is one of the world’s largest online destinations for the home. Whether you work in our global headquarters in Boston, or in our warehouses or offices throughout the world, we’re reinventing the way people shop for their homes. Through our commitment to industry-leading technology and creative problem-solving, we are confident that Wayfair will be home to the most rewarding work of your career. If you’re looking for rapid growth, constant learning, and dynamic challenges, then you’ll find that amazing career opportunities are knocking.
No matter who you are, Wayfair is a place you can call home. We’re a community of innovators, risk-takers, and trailblazers who celebrate our differences, and know that our unique perspectives make us stronger, smarter, and well-positioned for success. We value and rely on the collective voices of our employees, customers, community, and suppliers to help guide us as we build a better Wayfair – and world – for all. Every voice, every perspective matters. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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