Business Analyst Intern

DKS Associates, an employee‑owned company and a leader in transportation planning and engineering, is seeking a Business Analyst Intern for its downtown Portland office. This internship focuses on improving proposal‑development processes and enhancing market‑intelligence efforts through data analysis and emerging AI technologies. The role offers real‑world consulting experience and will be hourly, non‑exempt, working up to 40 hours per week over a 12‑week period with a hybrid schedule (office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays). Responsibilities Coordinating and organizing proposal‑development resources, including past proposals, project descriptions, staff resumes, project imagery, and related materials. Assisting with the setup, testing and evaluation of AI‑assisted proposal‑development tools and workflows. Supporting the setup and testing of AI‑driven market‑intelligence tools to identify industry trends and project opportunities. Analyzing customer‑experience and feedback data to identify trends and develop actionable insights. Supporting business‑development and marketing initiatives through data analysis and process‑improvement efforts. Qualifications Preferred: Currently enrolled at an accredited university pursuing studies in business, data science, marketing, or a related field. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work effectively both independently and within a team environment. Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational and analytical skills. Familiarity with AI technologies, prompt engineering, and data‑analysis tools. Ability to translate data into clear insights and compelling narratives. Self‑motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple tasks with minimal supervision. Preferred Technical Skills Experience or familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite. Python or R. Data‑management systems. Pay Range: Intern – $30 per hour DKS Associates is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, or age. #J-18808-Ljbffr DKS Associates