Business Admin (Academic Part Time Intern)

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cybersecurity, Enterprise Information and Protective Services Business Administration Section is seeking an Academic Part Time Intern to support administrative functions across the Cybersecurity Governance, Engineering and Operations, Enterprise Information Management, and Protective Services divisions. These organizations are part of JPL’s Lab Operations Directorate, which sustains enterprise operations and infrastructure through continuous process improvement and resource optimization. The intern will join the Division Business Administration Office and report directly to the Manager.

The role provides hands-on experience with JPL business processes, including asset and facilities management, human resources, workforce planning and forecasting, and financial planning and reporting. The intern will also translate business needs into user-focused solutions by using collaborative and data platforms to build dashboards, automate workflows, and develop internal tools and sites. Example platforms include Microsoft Teams, Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps, and SharePoint-based environments.

The internship applies academic foundations in business, data analytics, information systems, and technology to real-world work. It offers opportunities to create tangible work products, strengthen enterprise-tool proficiency and analytical thinking, and develop collaboration skills through work with professionals across multiple teams.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled at least half-time at an accredited college or university and 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, with the ability to work with and interpret data.
• Demonstrated interest in both business strategy and technical implementation, shown 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 with Python.
• Interest in business development, strategy, or project/program support within an operations-focused 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.
• Apply classroom knowledge to design and develop dashboards, trackers, and lightweight applications.
• 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 Section business teams during periods of high demand.
• Support administrative functions, including asset and facilities management, human resources, workforce planning and forecasting, and financial planning and reporting.
• Develop dashboards, automate workflows, and create internal tools and sites to support efficient, informed decision-making.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, wellbeing, and retirement plans.
• Paid time off.
• Learning opportunities.
• Rideshare benefits.
• Childcare benefits.
• Flexible schedule.
• Parental leave.
• Other benefits and perks; details are available through JPL’s Benefits and Perks information.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern