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About This Job: 

As a Business Analyst Intern, you will work on interesting problems and deliver significant outcomes while getting to know our Analyst Community and learning what makes CarMax a great place to work. This 10-week project-based internship will provide rising Juniors, Seniors, and current Graduate students the opportunity to apply strategic thinking, problem-solving, and data analytics skills as a member of one of our analyst teams to solve a real problem CarMax is facing today. You will work cross-functionally to understand and analyze business problems, and you will drive action by sharing your analysis with key business leaders. 

Business Analyst Intern: 

Business analysts are the analytical authorities at CarMax leveraging their expertise to drive tangible results and guide strategic decision-making.

Analyze  

This role enables you to apply your analytical skillset to CarMax’s proprietary, industry-leading data and unique business problems. You will gain a qualitative and quantitative understanding of CarMax’s business so that you can help design and optimize strategies at the heart of our business & contribute significantly to our success as we continue to disrupt our industry.

Collaborate 

As an intern, you will work closely with leadership & peers in operations, product, marketing, technology, and other business areas to create a solution to an important business problem. You will use your presentation and communication skills to demonstrate the value of your analysis to relevant business partners. Output from your work will be leveraged by our teams to improve and innovate. 

Learn & Grow 

Internships enable new analysts to develop an understanding of our business and build a professional network along the way. Meet & Greets with senior executives (including our CEO) help you learn about our company & our unique culture. Formal training ensures analysts have the tools to be successful & a strong understanding of your business area. Throughout the internship, analysts develop technical skills (e.g., coding, analytic methods) & soft skills (communication & storytelling). 

Contribute to our Diverse Community 

We are proud of our community of more than 200 full-time analysts & 50 interns, from various backgrounds and experiences (including former CarMax interns!). Develop friendships & professional relationships that will enrich your experience at CarMax and contribute to your success going forward. 

What You Need To Succeed: 

• Passion for problem-solving and desire to develop into a strong business analyst 
• Practical experience in/outside of work (coursework/projects, research, internships, etc.)
• Curiosity & the ability to apply critical thinking skills in a variety of scenarios 
• Proactivity (the ability to self-start) and a commitment to delivering results
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills 
• Dedication to continuous improvement and innovation 
• Passion for growth, development, and learning new things 
• Prior experience in SQL nice to have but not required 

Work Authorization:  

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. 

Work Location: 

Associates will have the opportunity to work from our Corporate Headquarters & Technology Innovation Center, both located in Richmond, VA. 

About CarMax: 

CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent, and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve. This innovative thinking around the way cars are bought and sold has helped us become the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, with over 200 locations nationwide. 

Our amazing team of more than 25,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences. Along the way, we help every associate grow their career and achieve their best, at work and in their community. We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and are one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For®. 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:  

CarMax is committed to bringing together people from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe, welcoming, and inclusive work environment. 

CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, and any other characteristics protected by law.