Strategic Program Intern — Finance & Operations

BMO U.S.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

BMO U.S. in Chicago seeks a program analyst to support management and execution of assigned business programs. You will help design, develop and execute components, analyze operations, and provide program insights.

You’ll collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, prepare regular and ad-hoc reports and dashboards, and track metrics and milestones while supporting change management and communications. Experience 2-3 years preferred.

Qualifications

• Typically between 2–3 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study desirable or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Specialized knowledge.
• Verbal & written communication skills - Good.
• Organization skills - Good.
• Collaboration & team skills - Good.
• Analytical and problem solving skills - Good.

Responsibilities

• Supports the management of the program/project, including developing program components, promoting the program and ensuring the execution of all program components.
• Participates in the design, development, implementation, and management of core program processes.
• Provides input to the program strategy by analyzing current operations & challenges, researching best practices and understanding industry trends.
• Provides support for the investigation, analysis & documentation of program risks.
• Analyzes data and information to provide program insights and recommendations.
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders in order to deliver on business objectives.
• Organizes work information to ensure accuracy and completeness (e.g., customized exception reports, initiative tracking reports, etc.).
• Communicates and reinforces program principles, strategies, processes and standards in all operational activities.
• Gathers and formats data into regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards.
• Supports the execution of strategic initiatives; includes tracking metrics and milestones.
• Supports change management of varying scope and type; tasks typically focused on execution and sustainment activities.
• Supports the development of tailored messaging, which may include writing, editing and distributing communications.
• Tracks exception requests and corresponding approvals.
• Completes complex & diverse tasks within given rules/limits and may include handling escalations from other employees.
• Analyzes issues and determines next steps.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Organization skills

Collaboration & teamwork

Analytical problem solving

Education

Post-secondary degree in related field

Job description

BMO U.S. in Chicago seeks a program analyst to support management and execution of assigned business programs. You will help design, develop and execute components, analyze operations, and provide program insights.

You’ll collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, prepare regular and ad-hoc reports and dashboards, and track metrics and milestones while supporting change management and communications. Experience 2-3 years preferred.