Academic Part Time Intern
About The Position
The Science, Implementation & Operations Business Administration Section is seeking an Academic Part Time Intern to support administrative functions within the Division. The intern will join the Division Business Administration Office and report directly to the Manager. The role offers hands-on exposure to JPL business processes, including asset and facilities management, human resources, workforce planning and forecasting, and financial planning and reporting. The intern will also help translate business needs into user-focused solutions by using collaborative and data platforms to build dashboards, automate workflows, and develop internal tools and sites. The internship applies academic foundations in business, data analytics, information systems, and technology to real-world work. Projects may produce dashboards, tools, sites, and automated workflows, while developing technical proficiency, analytical thinking, and collaboration skills through work with professionals across teams.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled at least half-time at an accredited college or university pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Available to work 20 hours per week.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to work with and interpret data.
- Demonstrated interest in both business strategy and technical implementation, through coursework, projects, or prior experience.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to clearly present ideas, findings, and recommendations.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with data analysis, visualization, or dashboard development, such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools.
- Familiarity with workflow automation or low-code/no-code platforms, such as Power Automate, Power Apps, or similar.
- Experience working with structured and unstructured data, such as Excel, databases, or basic scripting such as Python.
- Interest in business development, strategy, or project/program support within a technical organization.
- Experience preparing presentations, reports, or briefing materials for stakeholders.
- Familiarity with collaboration and content platforms, such as Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, or similar environments.
Responsibilities
- Work with team members to understand business development workflows, data needs, and opportunity lifecycle processes.
- Design and develop dashboards, trackers, and lightweight applications that support opportunity tracking and portfolio visibility.
- Support process improvement by helping automate manual workflows using appropriate tools.
- Organize and structure data from multiple sources to support consistent reporting and analysis.
- Assist in developing internal team sites or knowledge-sharing platforms to improve information accessibility and usability.
- Collaborate with Business Administration Section team members and Division technical personnel on assigned tasks.
- Provide backup support to the Section business teams during periods of high demand.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, wellbeing, and retirement plans.
- Paid time off.
- Learning opportunities.
- Rideshare benefits.
- Childcare.
- Flexible schedule.
- Parental leave.
- Work-life balance focus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
