Business Administrator Academic Part Time (APX)

JPL/NASA•Pasadena, CA

5d•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) is hiring an Academic Part-Time Undergraduate Student to support business operations for the Flight Reliability Assurance and Component Engineering, Technology & Assurance Offices (7012). The organization conducts research, advances technology, and develops mechanical, thermal, propulsion, and electronic packaging systems. The student will gain hands-on experience in financial management, analytical assessments, forecasting, trend analysis, workforce planning, acquisitions, facilities, and property management. The role includes preparing monthly and quarterly reports and developing the ability to present findings to section and division management. Other work includes opening and maintaining service orders, managing routers and uploads, troubleshooting failed transactions, collaborating with teams to improve business processes, and supporting ad hoc section assignments. The position supports administrative and business operations across Laboratory organizations, including procurement, finance, logistics, acquisitions, shipping, reporting, inventory, and operational problem resolution. The role requires working at least 8 and no more than 30 hours per week while school is in session.

Requirements

Currently enrolled at least half-time at an accredited college or university and pursuing a bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or a related discipline.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Available to work a minimum of 8 hours and a maximum of 30 hours per week while school is in session.
Foundational knowledge in one or more of business administration, finance, budgeting, workforce planning, computer science, acquisitions, or human resources.
Completed coursework providing exposure to business principles, accounting concepts, financial analysis, forecasting, trend analysis, budgeting, and reporting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel (pivot tables, macros, and advanced functions), PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.
Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and exercise sound judgment when planning, prioritizing, and completing assignments.
Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Strong customer service skills and ability to interact professionally with personnel at all organizational levels.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous internship or work experience in business operations, finance, accounting, procurement, or a related field.
A proactive, creative, and enthusiastic approach to completing routine tasks and identifying opportunities for improvement.

Responsibilities

Prepare standard procurement requisitions and reconcile purchase order costs to help ensure accurate supplier payments.
Identify, implement, and routinely evaluate effective, cost-efficient business practices to improve operational efficiency and process effectiveness.
Plan, organize, and execute assigned tasks; monitor performance and communicate status updates within the assigned area.
Ensure services meet internal and external customer requirements while maintaining accuracy, responsiveness, and professionalism.
Support administrative activities related to logistics, acquisitions, shipping, and finance across Laboratory organizations.
Maintain, compile, organize, and prepare reports, records, and other documentation; assist with organizational projects and information gathering.
Generate and prepare standard reports using software applications to support business operations, financial analysis, and management decision-making.
Scan inventory items and maintain accurate inventory records in manual or electronic databases.
Help resolve operational issues, establish priorities, and coordinate activities.
Open and maintain service orders, manage routers and uploads, and troubleshoot failed transactions.
Collaborate with other teams to improve business processes and support ad hoc section assignments.
Prepare monthly and quarterly reports and develop skills to present findings to section and division management.