Business Analyst Intern

Description

Job Title: Business Analyst Intern Date: 10/20/26 Position: Summer Internship

Reports to: Finance and Business Department: Finance Travel: No

Administration Lead

Status: Non-Exempt Compensation: Hourly Remote: No

Our Mission

The mission of Portage Learning is to transform lives and communities by providing learning opportunities for all who aspire to thrive. We do this not only through superior online instruction but with a deep commitment to expanding access to education. We believe service is the thread that binds our community and our team together. To that end, we choose to …

• Believe the best in our employees
• Invest in our people
• Collaborate with humility, respect, and appreciation
• Cultivate curiosity and encourage creativity

A Place Where Creativity and Curiosity Matter

The Business Analyst Intern will work closely with the Finance and Business Administration Lead to gather data, research, and curate reports to aid the Finance team.

What You’ll Invest In:

• The Business Analyst Intern carry out these responsibilities:
• Help the Business Analyst with project onboarding initiatives.
• Assist in financial analytical projects and participate in process analysis.
• Maintain Finance dashboards and reports.
• Complete research projects to aid Financial Strategic Initiatives.
• Engage in weekly professional development sessions as part of the summer internship cohort, cultivating collaboration, strengthening skills, and encouraging continuous learning.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function(s).

Requirements

We Believe the Best:

Portage Learning is seeking a candidate who exemplifies our mission, vision, philosophy, and goals.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Analytics, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Successful completion of a background check and current and/or ability to obtain the following clearances: Child Abuse, State Police, and FBI Fingerprinting

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Tableau or Power BI.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite. (Excel)
• Experience with analytics software preferred (Python, R, etc.)
• Must be detail oriented.
• Ability to multi-task, set priorities and achieve desired goals.
• Excellent communication (written, verbal, listening and public speaking) skills.
• Must be service oriented with a focus on helping others.

At Portage Learning, we invest in our team members. All employees can grow professionally through our career progression tracks, professional development, and by utilizing our higher education assistance program.

Our inclusive culture drives our mission to transform lives and communities by providing learning opportunities for all who aspire to thrive. For those with a disability, we offer accommodation during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview and onboarding.

Collaborating with a Team that Values Humility, Respect, and Appreciation

Portage Learning operates in a professional, collaborative environment where meaningful relationships and a strong sense of community are valued. We foster a welcoming, team-oriented culture that encourages connection, mutual support, and shared success while maintaining a commitment to professionalism, excellence, and respect in all we do.

This is a summer internship, full-time position. Portage Learning typically operates Mondays to Fridays, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Employee schedules may vary within those hours. All staff members must attend required meetings and training at the office in Chippewa Township, PA.

Portage Learning is an equal-opportunity employer, extending opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, place of birth, disability, handicap, age, genetic information, use of a guide or support animal, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local laws. Our policy reflects and accompanies the institution’s commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all discriminatory, harassing, and retaliatory practices.

Travel:

This job does not require travel outside of the office. Travel would be primarily local during the business day, which may entail one or more overnight stays. Travel on one or more days of a weekend may occur occasionally.

Other Duties Disclaimer:

This is not an all-inclusive document. Additional duties, expectations, or demands may be added or changed to this document on an as-needed basis in order to meet organizational goals.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.