At Dollywood Parks & Resorts, we create memories worth repeating! We are seeking a Finance and Business Analytics Intern who will embody the heart and soul of our mission of creating memories worth repeating while bringing families closer together while caring deeply about our brand.

We want to work alongside someone who acts as an extension of our mission, values, and culture. The ideal FP&A Intern will be equal parts curious learner, innovator, administrator, detail driver, mentor, and motivator.

Reporting to the Senior FP&A Analyst and working with the Financial Planning & Analysis Team, this position will provide support for The Dollywood Company. Responsibilities include financial planning and analysis, research projects related to company activity, variance analysis, and performance measurement against KPIs. All of this will be done in a manner consistent with the mission, values and operating philosophies and standards of the Dollywood Company.

Additionally, the ideal candidate will be able display and live out Lead with Love qualities, strongly rooted in the Dollywood Company culture, by being patient, kind, trusting, unselfish, truthful, forgiving, dedicated and accountable.

Summary of Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Conduct statistical analyses
• Assist in gathering, formatting, and organizing large amounts of data from various sources
• Assist in creation of templates or models used to analyze business performance
• Identify opportunities to automate and improve reporting and analysis
• Prepare scenario analyses and variance analysis using parameters provided by leadership
• Conduct research using economic drivers to analyze business performance and/or development
• Provides information to management by assembling and summarizing data, preparing reports and making presentations of findings, analysis, and recommendations
• Provide various ad hoc analysis and reporting as required

Management reserves the right to change and/or add to these duties at any time

Education and Experience Required

• Minimum Applicant Age-18 Years Old
• Enrollment in Bachelor's degree program with major study of Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics or Economics
• Minimum Applicant GPA-3.0
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office tools
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Innovative team player who can multitask and work independently
• Strong logical and analytical problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s license is required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to make a friendly impression when speaking to or corresponding with guests, vendors, and other employees
• Must be self-motivated and disciplined
• Must be able to prioritize and complete work assignments on a timely basis
• Must maintain strict confidentiality and judgment regarding privileged information
• Must have professional appearance with good personal hygiene
• Must be productive in a fast-paced environment
• Must maintain dependable work attendance and flexibility with assigned work schedules including any required overtime, evenings, weekends and holidays
• Must be sensitive to the needs of our Guests and feel empowered to act to meet their needs within company guidelines
• Must be able to utilize effective communication, problem solving, conflict management and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to communicate effectively with Guests and Hosts using approved communication methods
• Able to collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan, execute, and deliver projects ahead of schedule, fostering open communication and mutual support to achieve shared goals
• Able to comprehend instructions and retain information
• Able to perform duties consistent with creating a safe and secure environment for hosts and guests
• Able to be flexible to handle frequent changes in priorities

Physical and Cognitive Requirements

• Lifting and Carrying: Position may require occasional to frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs utilizing company’s safety guidelines for safe lifting
• Mobility: Position may require intermittent to prolonged sitting, standing and/or walking for duration of shift, up to 13 hours. Employees may also be required to travel to various areas on property which may include changes in terrain, stairs and uneven surfaces
• Repetitive Movements: This position may require performing repetitive movements and tasks throughout the shift, including repeated use of hands, arms or other body parts as part of typical job functions
• Environmental Conditions: This position requires the ability to perform work tasks in varying weather conditions to include extreme cold and heat. Employees may be required to work indoors and outdoors
• Cognitive and Sensory Requirements: This position requires strong cognitive skills, including the ability to think critically, solve problems, process and retain information, have attention to detail and communicate effectively using approved method

The Dollywood Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. The Dollywood Company drives a welcoming culture where ideas and decisions from all people support our efforts to be relevant in an ever-changing world.