Intern - Business Analyst
Kansas City, MO 
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Posted 13 days ago
Job/Internship Description
Who We Are:

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of a team that values innovation and growth? Look no further than VML. We are a creative agency, consultancy, and technology powerhouse all in one, with a century of combined expertise under our belt.

Our recent merger with VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson has opened up new doors for us as a growth partner. With over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, we're a global family that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.

As an intern at VML, you'll have the chance to contribute to a culture that is always pushing boundaries and delivering revolutionary work. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, from communications to commerce, CRM to CX, data to production, and technology.

Join us and be part of a team that ignites inspiration and values diverse perspectives. As an intern, you'll have the opportunity to learn from industry experts and gain hands-on experience working on projects that make a real impact.

We can't wait to see what you'll bring to the table. Apply now and let's create something amazing together!

Our intern program will run from June 4-August 9. We are working in a hybrid work model, three days per week in person at the office listed.

Who we are looking for:

As a Business Analyst intern, you'll jump right in, working with cross-functional technical teams using the Agile/Kanban methodology. You'll work alongside our talented and diverse team of technologists to gain a deeper understanding of the role VML Enterprise Solutions plays in helping satisfy the needs of the client.

Business Analyst interns learn by doing. By helping us to carry out our mission and vision, you will have an opportunity to make a real impact, develop personally and professionally, and learn from people who are experts in their fields. If you have a passion for technology, collaboration, and creative problem-solving you could be a VML Business Analyst intern.

What you'll do:
  • Participate in Scrum ceremonies including daily standups, backlog refinement, sprint planning and retrospectives
  • Learn how to translate design and functional requirements into the writing and refinement of user stories and acceptance criteria
  • Research and investigate a wide range of technical issues
  • Collaborate with managers
  • Proactively learning about new technologies
  • Research industry trends, creating POVs and applying learned concepts
Who you are:
  • Junior, senior, or nontraditional students in college or recent graduates with coursework, or experience in a related field
  • Ability to work as part of a team and independently while contributing to the success of the team
  • Highly motivated, organized, reliable, and detailed-oriented
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills
  • Comfortable independently researching and learning new technologies and concepts by reading documentation, blogs, viewing online tutorials, etc.
  • Positive attitude and eager to learn
What we offer:
  • Passionate, driven people | We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
  • Consciously cultivated culture | We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.
  • Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.
  • Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.

VML is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or other protected group status. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.

The base hourly rate for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below.
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$18-$18 USD

At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization-creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers-who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.

VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram,LinkedIn, andX.

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Wunderman Thompson is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or other protected group status. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.


 

Position Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Type
Full Time
Period of Employment
Open
Type of Compensation
Paid
Salary and Benefits
$18-$18 USD
College Credits Earned
No
Tuition Assistance
No
Required Student Status
Open
Preferred Majors
Other
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