UTS Student Business Intelligence Intern at Oakland University

Oakland University; Michigan; On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Oakland University is seeking a motivated Student Business Intelligence Intern to join their UTS team in Michigan. The intern will work on BI technology projects, focusing on data analysis while receiving mentorship from experienced staff. Responsibilities include analyzing data structures, creating BI content, and maintaining thorough documentation. Candidates should be eager to learn, detail-oriented, and enrolled in a relevant field such as Computer Science or Data Science. This position offers an excellent opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in real-world scenarios.

Qualifications

• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Examine existing data structures to understand the organization's data framework.
• Create and modify data structures based on specifications.
• Develop and maintain BI content, including reports and dashboards.
• Maintain thorough project documentation for transparency.
• Engage in on-the-job learning opportunities and receive mentorship.
• Participate in on-site training sessions on BI tools and data analysis.
• Contribute to active BI projects alongside a professional team.
• Assist with additional development tasks as needed.

Skills

Eagerness to learn

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Currently enrolled in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Business Analytics

Job description

UTS Student Business Intelligence Intern

UTS is seeking a dedicated and motivated student to join our team as a Business Intelligence (BI) Intern. In this role, you will collaborate closely with UTS developers on BI technology projects, contributing to meaningful data initiatives while building real‑world skills. Documentation is a core part of this position—ensuring project processes are transparent, organized, and accessible for future reference. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in BI and data analysis within a supportive, professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Structure Analysis: Examine existing data structures to understand the organization's data framework, including sources, formats, and relationships, in collaboration with the UTS team.
• Data Structure Development: Create and modify data structures based on specifications provided by the UTS team.
• BI Content Creation: Develop and maintain BI content—including reports and dashboards—ensuring that data visualizations meet the needs of various stakeholders.
• Documentation: Maintain thorough project documentation to ensure transparency and serve as a reliable reference for future work.
• Learning & Mentorship: Take advantage of on‑the‑job learning opportunities and receive mentorship from experienced UTS staff to build practical BI skills and knowledge.
• Technical Skill Development: Participate in on‑site training sessions focused on BI tools, data analysis, and programming to support your professional growth.
• Real‑World Application: Contribute to active BI projects alongside a professional team, applying classroom knowledge to practical, real‑world scenarios.
• Additional Development Tasks: As bandwidth allows, you may be assigned supplementary development tasks within the department based on project priorities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Detail‑oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality work

Desired Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a relevant field of study (e.g., Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Business Analytics)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Basic understanding of databases and data structures