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Business Operations Analyst Intern

Panorama Global, Seattle, WA, United States


Position
Business Operations Analyst Intern

Commitment: 3–12 months (Long-term preference). Capacity: Open to Part-Time and Full-Time Candidates (Minimum 20 hours/week). Location: Hybrid (Seattle) or Fully Remote (U.S.). Status: Non-exempt Internship.

Position Summary
The

Business Operations Analyst Intern

supports initiatives that leverage data collection and analysis to drive process improvement, business development strategy, and

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) . This role is ideal for a candidate who is analytically curious, detail-oriented, and systems-focused, with a genuine motivation to apply data toward social impact. You will sit within the

Business Strategy & Operations team , collaborating closely with Finance, Program, and Operations teams to protect data integrity, streamline internal workflows, and generate the insights necessary for high-level decision-making.

Candidate Profile

Analytical Mindset:

You enjoy digging into the "why" behind the numbers and are comfortable navigating data to find solutions.

Systems-Focused:

You are interested in how different departments (Finance, Ops, Programs) connect and how to make those connections more efficient.

Commitment:

Minimum

3 months , with a strong preference for candidates available for

6–12 months

to ensure deep project involvement.

Adaptability:

Comfortable in a hybrid environment (Seattle-based) or fully remote, U.S.-based.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Data Collection & Analysis

Support structured data collection across programs and operational functions using our CRM

Conduct quantitative analysis to identify trends, gaps, and performance insights related to Panorama’s business development goals, while supporting implementation of new data-capture processes

Assist in maintaining and improving data quality and documentation standards

Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations (e.g. in Excel, Salesforce, Tableau, or similar tools) to support internal and external stakeholders

Process Improvement

Map and analyze current operational workflows

Identify inefficiencies, control gaps, or redundancies

Recommend process enhancements to improve efficiency, transparency, and scalability

Support documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Assist with systems testing, user feedback collection, and documentation updates related to new or improved tools and processes

Measurement, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)

Assist in tracking program performance indicators and impact metrics

Support development and refinement of monitoring frameworks and logic models

Contribute to learning and impact reporting for internal teams, leadership, or funders

Help translate data findings into actionable learning insights

Conduct field research contributing to Panorama’s Impact Framework

Organizational Engagement & Participation

Participate in team meetings, learning sessions, and cross-functional collaboration

Accurately record required data and time in organizational systems (e.g., Harvest, Salesforce, SharePoint)

Demonstrate curiosity, initiative, and openness to feedback in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

Participate in and actively contribute to internal Learning & Development opportunities

Position Requirements & Qualifications
This internship is designed for undergraduate seniors or postgraduate students, or individuals 18+ with at least 2 years of professional experience.

We are seeking a minimum commitment of

3 months , with a strong preference for

6–12 months

to allow for deeper project involvement. Anticipated start date is May or June 2026.

Required Qualifications

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, formulas, data cleaning functions)

Ability to use asynchronous collaboration tools and intentional communication (Teams, SharePoint, etc.)

Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize information clearly for diverse audiences

Interest in learning about non-profit operations, philanthropy, and/or social impact work

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and interest in contributing to a collaborative organizational culture

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Salesforce or other CRM platforms, especially developing automations

Basic understanding of relational databases

Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI

Exposure to nonprofit operations, social impact work, or MEL frameworks

Comfort working with both structured and semi-structured datasets

Compensation
Paid internship at $21.30/hour, in line with Seattle minimum wage requirements. If applicable, Panorama pays the local minimum wage as required by law.

How to Apply
Submit a resume and an optional cover letter via our Careers Page portal. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility
Panorama is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, citizenship or immigration status, national origin, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, political ideology, disability, age, or any other status protected by law.

Panorama complies with disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodations, contact careers@panoramaglobal.org.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Panorama participates in the federal E-Verify system. Candidates should review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters for more information.

Final offer will be contingent on the completion of a successful background check.

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