Business Planning & Analysis Intern

Centier Bank•Merrillville, IN

About The Position

The Business Planning & Analysis (BP&A) Intern is an entry-level, part-time position designed to provide hands-on exposure to financial planning, performance measurement, and data analysis within a banking environment. This role supports the BP&A team by assisting with data collection, reporting, and basic analysis while developing foundational skills in financial analytics, business intelligence tools, and cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

Pursuing bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or Data Analytics
Strong interest in finance, analytics, and data-driven decision making
Basic analytical and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage time effectively in a part-time role
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Nice To Haves

Prior internship, coursework, or project-based experience is helpful but not required
Certifications highly recognized included but are not limited to Azure Data Fundamentals, SQL Certified Associate, & Power BI Data Analyst Associate

Responsibilities

Assist the BP&A team in gathering, organizing, and validating financial and operational data
Support the development and maintenance of bankwide and business line performance metrics and KPIs
Help prepare routine reports, dashboards, and presentation materials for internal management use
Participate in basic financial and trend analysis under supervision
Learn and gain hands-on experience using Excel, SQL, and Power BI
Collaborate with team members and other departments
Perform additional duties or projects assigned