Data Analyst Intern

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Data Analyst Intern

Location: Plano, Tx
Duration: 12 weeks
Start date: May 26th, 2026

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About this opportunity:

• We are in search of a highly skilled and motivated candidate who excels in database management, ETL processes (data extraction, transformation and loading), scripting and possess strong technical expertise in developing reports using business intelligence tools. The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of business finance, enabling effective analysis and presentation of financial progress. In this position, you will play a pivotal role in driving the financial analytical framework for the leadership team of an organizational unit and enabling data scientists to develop more advanced solutions.
• The Financial Analyst responsible for driving financial performance, governance and reporting. This role combines analytical rigor, business partnering, and data/automation capabilities to ensure accurate period-end closing and actionable business insights. The analyst will support data management processes, maintain data security, and contribute to digital transformation initiatives within Business Finance.

What you will do:

Financial Performance & Closing-

• Analyze P&L, Balance Sheet, and Working Capital.
• Perform quality checks during Period End Closing (PEC), drive corrective adjustments with stakeholders.
• Build financial models and scenarios to support decision-making.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required financial documentation and explanations.

Reporting, Data & Automation-

• Improve data quality, drive automation, and enable self-service analytics across the unit.
• Explore and apply advanced analytics (ML/AI) to improve predictability and performance insights.

Business Partnering & Insights-

• Provide fact-based commercial and operational insights that connect financials to business drivers.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives and strategic projects.
• Ensure adherence to accounting directives, SOX/ABC controls and Code of Business Ethics.

Digital Competence & Continuous Improvement-

• Continuously build digital and analytics skills; identify opportunities to enhance reporting efficiency and predictive capabilities.

You will bring:

Tools & Resources-

• SQL database
• ETL activities
• Scripting languages like Python
• Experience in Reporting Tools like Power BI, SSRS, QlikView or other such tools
• Advanced Excel Skills

Behavioral Competencies-

• Adapting & Responding to change, Adhering to Principles & Values, Analyzing, Deciding & Initiating Action, Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations, Persuading & Influencing.

Eligibility requirements:

• 2.7+ GPA on a 4.0 scale or equivalent
• Available for a full-time internship for 12 week
• Actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or Masters on a full-time basis at a 4-year college or university at the time of the internship

Join our Team

About this opportunity:
Step into the world of technology and communications as a Financial Analyst with Ericsson. The Financial Analyst will play an integral role in making financial progress for the assigned unit. You will provide critical business insights and financial advice that facilitates effective decision making and supports value creation. This position is an incredible opportunity to become the main orchestrator of financial forecasting and performance analysis activities, following global directives, processes, and tools.
What you will do:
- Provide insightful financial analysis and basic business insights.

- Validate financial performance during period end closings.

- Actively support forecasting and planning, as well as financial management including cost allocation and recovery models.

- Actively participate in digitalization and automation activities to improve financial operations.

- Support internal and external audit processes to ensure regulatory compliance.

- Guarantee high-quality descriptive data analysis delivered promptly and act with integrity towards compliance adherence.
The skills you bring:
- Finance Automation.

- Cost Management.

- Financial Forecasting.

- Data Visualization.

- Ericsson Operating Model.

- Financial Analysis.

- Accounting and reporting.

- Data Analytics.

- Governance Risk Management And Compliance.

- Stakeholder Engagement.

- Financial Acumen.

- Change and Improvement Management.

- Business Understanding.

- Variance Analysis.

- Ericsson Financial Model.

Why join Ericsson?

At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.

What happens once you apply?
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Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, learn more.

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DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.

Primary country and city: United States (US) || Plano
Job details: Financial Analyst

Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson
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