People Analytics Intern - Summer 2027 - Franklin, TN

Job Description

Location(s): Franklin, TN
Job Schedule: Full-time, 12-week program
Degree Level: Master's 
Preferred Degree: Data Analytics, Data Science, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Organizational Development, Statistics, Human Resources Analytics, or related field
Sponsorship: Not Available

Shape the Future of Mobility at Nissan: Launch Your Career, Drive Innovation

We are currently looking for a People Analytics Intern to join our team in Franklin, TN. This role supports Nissan's People Analytics function by developing workforce data solutions, dashboards, reporting tools, and analytics that enable strategic human capital decisions. Working closely with HR Business Partners, Centers of Excellence, and business leaders, you will help transform people data into actionable insights that influence talent strategy, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness.

A Day in the Life:

Partner with HR stakeholders to understand business needs, gather data requirements, and develop analytics solutions.

Conduct quantitative analyses using workforce and business data to identify trends, insights, and recommendations that support workforce strategies.

Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, analytic tools, and ad hoc analyses for HR leaders and business partners.

Support workforce planning initiatives through the development of processes, tools, and data resources that improve accessibility and consistency of people data.

Perform internal and external benchmarking research related to workforce analytics, talent trends, and employee lifecycle metrics.

Document and maintain data workflows, process maps, and reporting processes to support ongoing analytics initiatives.

Promote a data-driven culture across Human Resources through collaboration and education.

Who We’re Looking For:

Required:

Must be currently enrolled in a graduate degree program in Data Analytics, Data Science, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Organizational Development, Statistics, Human Resources Analytics, or a related field.

Strong understanding of workforce analytics, workforce planning concepts, and data-driven decision making.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex or conceptual information to HR and business leaders.

Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills.

Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Experience working with relational databases such as Access, Oracle, SQL, or similar technologies.

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.

Experience with reporting and visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.

Workday reporting experience is a plus.

Strong technology aptitude and ability to quickly learn new software and applications.

GPA of 3.0 or above (Candidates will be required to provide an official or unofficial transcript during the application process for verification.)

Ability to perform work onsite in Franklin, TN.

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Connection and Collaboration: We offer Business Synergy Teams (ERGs) and opportunities for employees to strengthen relationships and connect with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, fostering a culture of belonging.

Professional Training and Development: Expand your knowledge and skills through Nissan's innovation offerings, learning platforms, seminars, and leadership development programs.