Data Analytics Intern - PlayCore

Summary:

The Data Analytics Intern is a member of the Finance and Business Systems team for The Surfacing Group. This development-focused internship supports financial and operational reporting during TSG's migration to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, offering hands-on experience turning raw business data into actionable insight using Power BI, Excel, and enterprise reporting tools. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Promotes the Company's mission and values-based culture through a collaborative, learning-oriented approach to analytics and reporting. 


• Learns the business: develops a working understanding of TSG's business units and how orders, shipments, inventory, and financials flow through each. 


• Supports D365 Finance & Operations migration efforts, including data validation, mapping legacy data to D365 templates, and testing/reporting during rollout. 


• Assists in building and maintaining recurring financial and operational reports such as Orders, Shipments & Backlog (OSB) and month-end summaries. 


• Contributes to the design and maintenance of Power BI dashboards, including data modeling, dataset refreshes, and executive-ready visualizations. 


• Creates and refines Excel-based reports, templates, and lightweight automation to streamline recurring analysis. 


• Assists in identifying and resolving data quality issues to ensure reporting reflects accurate, trusted source data. 


• Supports the team with ad hoc analysis and special projects for finance and leadership. 


• Other duties may be assigned by Manager or Supervisor. 

Competencies

• Analytical Decision-Making


• Communication


• Learning & Development


• Planning & Organizing


• Professionalism & Integrity


• Risk-Taking/Creative Thinking


• Teamwork & Relationship Building


• Results Orientation

Education and/or Experience:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Data Analytics, Information Systems, Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field (UTC student preferred). 


• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, data cleanup). 


• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail. 


• Preferred: exposure to Power BI or other data visualization tools; familiarity with SQL, Python, or database concepts; interest in ERP systems (Dynamics 365, QuickBooks). 

Travel:

Primarily based at the Chattanooga, TN office.

Computer Skills:

Demonstrated proficiency with MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Experience or interest in Power BI, Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, and data analysis tools (SQL/Python) is a plus. 

Other Skills:

Eagerness to learn new tools and systems, ability to ask thoughtful questions, work independently, and communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. 

Requirements:

Adaptability to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Excel is required; Power BI and D365 exposure preferred. Schedule is flexible around class schedule. Pay rate to be discussed with HR. 

PlayCore and its family of brands considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.