Entry-Level Business Analyst | SmartWorks LLC | Handshake
Job Title: Entry-Level Business Analyst Location: [EST/CST] Duration: [Full-Time] Visa: OPT/ STEM (2024-March 2026 Grads) 1-2 years
Job Description
We are seeking a motivated Entry-Level Business Analyst to support business and technology teams in gathering requirements, analyzing processes, and delivering business solutions. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills with a willingness to learn business analysis methodologies.
Responsibilities
- Gather, analyze, and document business requirements from stakeholders.
- Assist in creating Business Requirement Documents (BRDs), Functional Requirement Documents (FRDs), and user stories.
- Support business process analysis, workflow documentation, and gap analysis activities.
- Collaborate with development, QA, and business teams throughout the project lifecycle.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and daily stand-ups.
- Assist with User Acceptance Testing (UAT), test case preparation, and defect tracking.
- Create reports, dashboards, and presentations to support business decisions.
- Maintain project documentation and meeting notes.
Required Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
- 0–2 years of experience as a Business Analyst, Intern, or related role.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic knowledge of SDLC and Agile methodologies.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, or Azure DevOps.
- Knowledge of SQL and data analysis concepts.
- Internship or project experience in business analysis.
- Relevant certifications such as ECBA (Entry Certificate in Business Analysis) are a plus.