Business Analyst Internships

Business analyst internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working business analysts, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Energy, with TikTok, Textron Aviation, and Navy Federal Credit Union among the employers posting roles now.

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Overview

Open roles130+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerTikTok
Top citySan Diego, CA
Work type52% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Marvell Technology
Business Process Mining & Intelligence Analyst Intern, BS - Summer 2027
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Marvell Technology
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Business Process Mining & Intelligence Analyst Intern, BS - Summer 2027
Marvell Technology
Santa Clara, California
Biotech & Life Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
$24 - $49/hr
Bachelor of Science
5,001-10,000

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Associated Bank
2027 Corporate Intern - Business Data Reporting Analyst
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Associated Bank
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2027 Corporate Intern - Business Data Reporting Analyst
Associated Bank
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Data Analytics
$17 - $26.71/hr
No degree
1,001-5,000

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Talcott Financial Group
Technical Business Analyst Internship
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Talcott Financial Group
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Technical Business Analyst Internship
Talcott Financial Group
Hartford, Connecticut
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Project Management
Hybrid
501-1,000

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Oceaneering
IT SCM Business Analyst Intern
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Oceaneering
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IT SCM Business Analyst Intern
Oceaneering
Houston, Texas
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
10,000+

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Business Analyst Internship Market

Who's Hiring

TikTok
TikTok5 open roles
Textron Aviation
Textron Aviation5 open roles
Navy Federal Credit Union
Navy Federal Credit Union5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Energy
  • Insurance
  • Manufacturing

Tips for Your Business Analyst Internship Search

Apply earlier than the posting date suggests

Large employers recruit summer business analyst interns the preceding fall, with many closing applications before winter break. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings in August and September for summer roles, and revisit throughout the year for rolling and semester-based openings.

Build a project portfolio before you apply

Hiring teams at the intern level expect limited work history, so your portfolio carries the weight. Document two or three business analyst projects with the tools you used, the problem you solved, and a link to the output, whether that is a process model, data analysis, requirements document, or dashboard. Give recruiters something concrete to assess.

Work the campus network and apply directly at the same time

Campus fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet in person. Your professors and career center staff may know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach.

Practice your case or analytical screen out loud

Business analyst intern interviews commonly include a case conversation, a structured problem-solving exercise, or a data interpretation question. Practice answering out loud and explaining your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the final answer. Record yourself to catch where your logic gaps show.

Target structured rotational programs in the first wave

Larger companies run rotational or cohort-based business analyst internship programs designed for people new to the field. These programs offer cross-functional exposure and structured mentorship, recruit several months before the start date, and fill quickly. Identify the ones that fit your background and submit in the first application window.

Set your work-type filter before you start

On-site roles are 37% of the business analyst internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start searching, then filter by location and work type so you are not sorting through roles you cannot take. Filtering first keeps your list focused on openings you can actually pursue.

Business Analyst Internships: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a business analyst internship?

Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio with documented case studies or analyses that give recruiters something concrete to assess. Apply directly to companies running open cohorts and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.

Can a business analyst internship turn into a full-time job?

Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it is consistent performance on real deliverables, available headcount on the team at offer time, and how early you signal interest. Position yourself by treating every project as a work sample without counting on a return offer as the outcome.

When should I apply for business analyst internships?

Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, meaning applications at major companies often open in August or September for the following June. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly lets you catch both waves.

Are business analyst internships paid?

Most professional business analyst internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show pay where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid arrangements are more common at nonprofits or very small organizations, so read each listing carefully before applying.

What should a business analyst internship resume include?

Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools used and link to the deliverable, whether that is a published analysis, a process model, a case study, or a dashboard. Add relevant coursework in data analysis, business strategy, or systems thinking. Keep it to one page.

Are there remote business analyst internships?

Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 63% of the business analyst internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract applicants from every geography, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.

What is a rotational business analyst internship program?

Some large companies run structured rotational internship programs that place business analyst interns across two or more teams or functions during a single summer. These programs are built to develop people new to the field through varied exposure, structured mentorship, and cohort events. They recruit early, are competitive, and fill in the first application wave.

Can international students get business analyst internships?

Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.

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