Business Intern - Columbus, OH

AEP; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP in Columbus, OH is offering a Business Intern position for the summer. You’ll work on real-world business challenges, perform data analysis, prepare insightful reports, and support leadership with recommendations.

You will collaborate with the Process Improvement team, learn Lean Six Sigma basics, and gain hands-on experience using Microsoft Office and data tools to improve efficiency. This onsite role requires strong problem-solving, communication, and the ability to work independently and

Qualifications

• Completion of Sophomore year in a 4-year Business, Finance or Process Improvement program.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Conduct process and financial studies to drive financial value and improve labor efficiencies.
• Utilize process-related technologies and tools to analyze data and recommend solutions.
• Assist in preparing, analyzing, and interpreting data and statistical reports.
• Leverage technology, including AI, to develop tools and workflows for business users.
• Support cost-saving analyses and present findings to leadership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Education

Sophomore year in a 4-year Business/Finance/Process Improvement program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

## Business Intern - Columbus, OHApply: Columbus, OH: Full time: Posted Today: R18543**Job Posting End Date**Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.**Job Summary**Join our dynamic Process Improvement team this summer and kickstart your career! As an intern, you’ll dive into real-world business challenges, using your analytical skills to make a meaningful impact. You'll work closely with experienced professionals to assist on exciting projects, prepare insightful reports, and recommend innovative solutions. This is your chance to gain valuable experience and enhance your resume while contributing to our mission!**Job Description****ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:*** Conduct process and financial studies to drive financial value and improve labor efficiencies within the organization.* Utilize process-related technologies and tools to analyze data and recommend effective process solutions.* Assist in preparing, analyzing, and interpreting data and statistical reports as needed.* Leverage technology, including AI, to develop tools and workflows that enhance efficiency for business users.* Perform financial analyses to provide cost-saving recommendations to leadership. Engage with business partners and/or cross-functional teams to achieve outcomes.* Collaborate with team personnel to support their assignments.* Create and deliver presentations for leadership to share milestone and final results.* Acquire knowledge of Lean Six Sigma tools.* Familiarize yourself with the company's organizational structure, departmental responsibilities, and intergroup relationships.**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:*** Education requirements: Completion of Sophomore year in a 4-year Business, Finance or Process Improvement program.* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).* Must be at least 18 years old.**OTHER REQUIREMENTS:*** **Position is onsite.*** Physical demand level is Sedentary* Report directly to the Process Improvement unit of the Service Corporation and will support all AEP business units.**Compensation Data****Compensation Grade:**Co-Op/Intern-001**Compensation Range:**$ - $The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.