Business Support Analyst Intern - Summer 2027

POET • Wichita, KS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty-five years, our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world. POET Biofuels is a global leader in the energy and agricultural space. We started as a supplier of fuel-grade bioethanol and have grown into a multi-commodity marketing and transportation company providing solutions in fuels, grains, and carbon dioxide markets. As a Business Support Analyst Intern, you will work as a liaison between customers within the organization to create new processes, improve efficiencies, and research, plan, implement and evaluate solutions across all business units as we strive to overcome business challenges and exceed customer expectations. This is an on-site role located in Wichita, KS. The POET Never Satisfied Internship openings are for Summer 2027. We post Internships in early September with the intention of having interns selected by November 1st.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Junior or Senior level student seeking a bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, economics, computer science, or mathematics.
• Experience in Power BI, R and Tableau
• Strong analytical and quantitative skill set.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent organization and time management skills with a sense of urgency that drives results.
• Knowledge of the basics of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new programs.

Nice To Haves

• High level of personal integrity
• Interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to embrace and promote change
• Innovative mindset
• Commitment to pursuing excellence while meeting project deadlines
• Ability to think objectively
• Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Communicate with business leaders to identify and define commercial technology challenges.
• Organize and lead small groups to resolve current system or business challenges.
• Evaluate stakeholder business return on investment calculations against other potential project requests.
• Work with business customers to understand and document requirements and develop specifications for projects.
• Identify and coordinate with key business process owners to assist in process change or development implementation.
• Develop and identify potential solutions in coordination with POET's Information Technology team where needed.
• Provide programming and solution development using desktop tools for solution implementation when appropriate.
• Develop an understanding of how present and future business needs will impact potential solutions.
• Help to define and test acceptance criteria for completion of the solution.
• Lead or assist with training and knowledge sharing in the business for any solution.
• Your skill may be put to a lot of other uses!

Benefits

• A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually
• On-site fitness centers or fitness reimbursements
• Safety and cold-weather gear reimbursements

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED