Business Analyst Intern

Description Business Analyst Intern Company: JIRACOR LLC Location: Orlando, Florida Position Type: Internship Work Arrangement: On-Site Department: Business Operations About JIRACOR JIRACOR LLC is an Orlando-based engineering, manufacturing, and professional services company supporting the aerospace, defense, simulation, training, and U.S. Government markets. We are seeking a motivated Business Analyst Intern who is interested in gaining practical experience applying business, financial, operational, and analytical skills in a growing government contracting environment. Position Overview The Business Analyst Intern will work with JIRACOR leadership and functional teams to collect and analyze business information, develop reports, research business and market data, track performance indicators, and support business decision-making. This internship is designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience rather than primarily administrative work. The selected intern will have opportunities to work with actual business information and learn how data, financial information, operational performance, contracts, projects, and market research are used to support management decisions. The position is ideal for a student pursuing Business Administration, Business Analytics, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Management, Data Analytics, or a closely related business discipline. Key Responsibilities The Business Analyst Intern May Assist With Collecting, organizing, and analyzing business and operational dataDeveloping Excel spreadsheets, trackers, dashboards, and management reportsReviewing data to identify trends, variances, risks, and opportunitiesSupporting financial and operational performance analysisAssisting with budget, cost, revenue, backlog, and forecasting analysisSupporting development and tracking of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Performing business and market researchResearching companies, customers, industries, and market opportunitiesSupporting analysis of U.S. Government contracting opportunities and market informationOrganizing and analyzing contract and project informationSupporting project performance and schedule trackingComparing actual performance against plans, budgets, schedules, or targetsAssisting with process mapping and business process improvement initiativesDeveloping charts, presentations, reports, and executive-level summariesSupporting data validation and quality reviewsAssisting with preparation of internal business reviews and management meetingsWorking with different departments to collect and consolidate business informationDocumenting findings and presenting recommendations to managementSupporting special projects and business initiatives as assigned Education Requirements Candidates Must Be Currently Enrolled In Or Recently Graduated From An Accredited College, University, Or Recognized Postsecondary Program In One Of The Following Areas Business AdministrationBusiness AnalyticsEconomicsFinanceAccountingManagementData AnalyticsBusiness IntelligenceSupply Chain ManagementInformation SystemsStatisticsMathematicsOr a closely related business or analytical discipline Candidates pursuing either an Associate or Bachelor's degree are encouraged to apply. Relevant business certificate programs may also be considered when accompanied by demonstrated analytical, spreadsheet, or business skills. Preferred Coursework Coursework in one or more of the following areas is preferred: Business AdministrationBusiness AnalyticsBusiness StatisticsBusiness MathematicsEconomicsAccountingFinanceManagementBusiness ResearchSpreadsheet ApplicationsQuantitative Business MethodsData AnalysisInformation SystemsDatabase FundamentalsBusiness Communication Required Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesStrong attention to detailAbility to organize and interpret business informationAbility to identify trends and summarize findingsEffective written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently and collaborativelyStrong organizational and time-management skillsAbility to manage multiple assignments and prioritiesProfessional judgment when handling business informationInterest in learning how a small business operates and makes business decisions Technical Skills Candidates should have experience with or a willingness to develop proficiency in: Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookData organization and analysisCharts, graphs, and data visualizationSpreadsheet formulas and functionsPivotTables and data filtering Experience with any of the following is a plus but not required: Power BIPythonSQLMicrosoft AccessAdvanced ExcelStatistical analysis toolsERP or accounting systemsCRM systems What You Will Learn This internship provides exposure to multiple areas of a growing business, including: Business analyticsFinancial analysisProject and operational performanceBusiness planningGovernment contractingFederal market researchContract and project administrationData analysis and reportingKPI developmentProcess improvementExecutive decision supportProfessional business communication Interns will have opportunities to apply classroom concepts to actual business situations and develop practical analytical and professional skills. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is curious, analytical, organized, and interested in understanding how a business operates and uses information to make decisions. We are looking for someone who does more than enter data. The successful candidate should be interested in understanding what the data means, asking questions, identifying patterns, and communicating useful findings to the team. Work Location This position is on-site at JIRACOR's Orlando, Florida office. Regular in-person interaction with management, project teams, finance, operations, and other functional areas is an important part of the internship experience. Citizenship and Security Requirements Due to the nature of JIRACOR's U.S. Government and defense-related work, U.S. citizenship is required. The selected candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance if required for assigned work. Additional access, background, or security requirements may apply depending on the projects supported. Equal Opportunity Employer JIRACOR LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business requirements, and applicable contractual and regulatory requirements.