IAE Post Office Data & Business Operations Internship – Fall 2025 (Finance)

Organization
The University of South Florida (USF) Institute of Applied Engineering (IAE) provides agile, best-value engineering solutions to enhance the performance and effectiveness of its sponsors, including the Department of Defense; other federal, state, and local agencies; and industry. These solutions include hardware-and-software-based research, advanced technology development, prototypes, and technical services. This position offers employment by the IAE.

Position Summary
The IAE is seeking a Data & Business Operations Intern to support the USF Post Office in strengthening business processes and data management practices. This role will involve collecting, organizing, and storing operational data while also developing repeatable systems and workflows to improve efficiency. The intern will gain hands-on experience in business administration, data analysis, and process improvement within a professional university operations environment. This position provides supervision and direct work related to the USF Post Office.

Time Commitment

• Hours of operation: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday-Friday.
• Fall/Spring: 10 hours per week, in person.
• Internship runs through May 2026 (Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters).

Opportunities

• Gain practical experience in business operations, data analysis, and process development.
• Contribute to process improvements in a real-world organizational setting.
• Apply classroom knowledge to operational and administrative challenges.
• Receive a letter of recommendation upon successful completion.

Qualifications

Required

• U.S. Citizenship
• Junior or Senior pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Current GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data management tools.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with supervisors.

Desired

• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Knowledge of business process mapping and workflow design.
• Prior experience in administrative or data-driven roles.
• Familiarity with database management and reporting practices.

Working at USF
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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.Responsibilities

• Collect, organize, and maintain operational and business data for the USF Post Office.
• Develop and document repeatable processes to support ongoing operations.
• Perform data analysis to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Build and maintain data management systems and tools for reporting.
• Collaborate with Post Office leadership to implement business process improvements.
• Support ad hoc data management and administrative projects as assigned.