Business/Systems Analyst Co-Op, Compliance & Data (January - June 2027) - Group 16-40

MIT Lincoln Laboratory • Lexington, MA

4d • $23 - $32

About The Position

The Business/Systems Analyst will join the Compliance and Data Team within MIT Lincoln Laboratory’s Contracting Services Department. The role supports the design, development, and administration of procurement initiatives, including B2B supplier catalogs, automated systems and processes, analytics, data visualization, and other initiatives supporting the Laboratory’s procurement function.

The selected candidate will identify customer requirements and conduct administrative tasks, research, and data analysis to support decisions and obtain stakeholder input and concurrence on assigned projects. The role may lead projects as assigned. It offers opportunities to develop skills in analytical tools such as Excel and Power BI, web development, process automation, ERP system integration and maintenance, and related functions.

The position is a co-op running from January through June 2027. Applicants must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program. The selected candidate will undergo a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret-level DoD security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program, preferably in Business Administration, Math/Economics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and computer skills, including developed skills with Excel, MS Office, AI LLMs, data visualization software such as Power BI or Tableau, and other analytics applications.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated track record of effectively working with highly detailed documents.
• Demonstrated ability to present ideas effectively in writing and orally.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret-level DoD security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity or experience with ERP/MRP concepts, B2B systems, and other e-procurement methods.
• Experience or familiarity with SAP/S4HANA/SRM.
• Eagerness to develop skills using programming languages, building macros, automating functions, and engineering solutions to improve process efficiency.
• Eagerness to challenge yourself and learn independently and in a group setting.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement standardized business processes, interfacing with Laboratory IT staff and stakeholders as required.
• Help develop and enhance business intelligence to drive procurement and materials management functions and support the Contracting Services Department’s acquisition strategy.
• Help communicate new policies and procedures affecting the department and Laboratory.
• Assist with development of e-commerce, data visualization, and analytics.
• Analyze the Laboratory’s materials management practices, policies, and procedures and benchmark them against industry practices to support acquisition strategy development.
• Document business needs, analyze current system capabilities, identify gaps between needs and existing functionality, and help design and document solutions.
• Execute standard queries and ad-hoc reports as required.
• Monitor and manage ServiceNow tickets, working with internal customers to troubleshoot errors and maintain efficient workflows.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern