Operations Analyst Intern

Job Description:

Job Title: Operations Analyst Intern (Process Improvement & Automation)

Job Summary:

The Chicago School is seeking a Summer 2026 Operations Analyst Intern to support process improvement initiatives. Reporting to the Director of Operations, the intern will collaborate with departments across the university to analyze business processes, identify opportunities to improve efficiency, and help implement technology-enabled solutions.

Projects may include process analysis, documentation, and exploring automation opportunities using tools such as Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI, SharePoint, Microsoft Lists, and Teams-based workflows.

This role is ideal for college juniors, seniors, or graduate students interested in business operations, process improvement, data analysis, or workflow automation who want hands-on experience working on operational improvement projects within a university environment.

The internship is 20 hours per week at $20.00 per hour and runs June 8 through August 14, 2026. This is a fully remote position, and candidates must reside within the United States.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Analyze existing business processes and recommend opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement automated workflows using Microsoft Power Automate.
• Collaborate with departments across the university to understand operational challenges and propose practical, technology-enabled solutions.
• Assist in documenting and standardizing business processes.
• Provide training and support to staff on new tools and automated workflows.
• Monitor, report, and evaluate the impact of implemented solutions and recommend further enhancements.

Position Requirements:

• Currently enrolled as a junior, senior, or graduate student pursuing a degree in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must have access to a stable internet connection and a suitable remote working environment.

Position Qualifications:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Ability to break down operational challenges and think through practical solutions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to clearly document processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform tools (Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI) or similar workflow automation tools.
• Understanding of business process improvement principles.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technology tools.

Compensation & Benefits

This opportunity is budgeted at $$20.00 base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below.

https://www.thechicagoschool.edu/career-opportunities/

The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note: For the protection of faculty, staff, students, and all who enter our facilities, The Chicago School strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 per CDC guidance.