Business Analyst (APX intern)

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) is focused on exploring the universe, advancing innovation, and inspiring discovery. The Business Analyst APX Intern will develop data-driven tools and lightweight applications that support business opportunity tracking, portfolio analysis, workflow automation, and strategic decision-making. The role also supports internal sites, dashboards, reporting materials, and process improvements across business development activities.

What you'll do:

• Working alongside team members to understand business development workflows, data needs, and opportunity lifecycle processes
• Applying classroom knowledge to design and develop dashboards, trackers, and lightweight applications that support opportunity tracking and portfolio visibility
• Gaining experience in process improvement by supporting the automation of manual workflows using appropriate tools
• Learning how to organize and structure data from multiple sources to enable consistent reporting and analysis
• Assisting in the development of internal team sites or knowledge-sharing platforms to improve information accessibility and usability
• Supporting the preparation of business development materials, including proposal summaries, pitch decks, and briefing content for internal leadership review
• Gaining exposure to portfolio analyses such as sponsor assessments, opportunity evaluations, and risk-informed decision support
• Iterating on tools and solutions based on feedback, learning how to refine products for usability and adoption

What they're looking for:

• Must be currently enrolled at least half-time at an accredited college or university pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field
• Must be available to work 20 hours per week
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite – 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 (e.g., 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
• Must have a Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
• Experience with data analysis, visualization, or dashboard development (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools)
• Familiarity with workflow automation or low-code/no-code platforms (e.g., Power Automate, Power Apps, or similar)
• Experience working with structured and unstructured data (e.g., Excel, databases, or basic scripting such as Python)

Benefits:

• Health plans
• Dental plans
• Vision plans
• Wellbeing plans
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Learning opportunities
• Rideshare benefits
• Childcare benefits
• Flexible schedule