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Form of workPOSITION TITLE:Database Analyst & Software Development Intern, College Program
DEPARTMENT: Business Solutions
REPORTS TO: Sr. Director, Software Development
POSITION LOCATION: Indianapolis
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
WORKER CATEGORY: Intern
DURATION: February 2024 - August 2024
COMPANY SUMMARY:
Penske Entertainment is a leading provider of world-class sports and entertainment. The organization consists of three prominent entities:
The Penske Entertainment experience is fast-paced, diverse and impactful. Through its business units, the organization reaches audiences on an international scale, focused on delivering exceptional products from start to finish. Employees of Penske Entertainment are challenged daily in a demanding, yet rewarding environment that is best suited for dedicated professionals who want to reach their ultimate potential amid the excitement, tradition, and pageantry of the World's Greatest Race Course and our premier open-wheel racing series.
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a candidate passionate about problem solving and technology. Having an interest in sports, live events, or motorsports will certainly add to job satisfaction, but is not required. The Business Solutions team supports and develops many high-profile websites and critical internal applications. Supporting so many applications has resulted in multiple opportunities for an intern to come in and make an impact. We are seeking one candidate, but that candidate could focus on database development and business intelligence or software and web development. All applicants need to be comfortable understanding business challenges and proposing solutions to those challenges. A genuine interest in technology and desire to continually learn more is required. This intern position is part of the College Program and is eligible for all relevant programming and experiences.
Database Development and Business Intelligence Track:
Work in coordination with multiple departments to improve currently available reporting/analytics tools. There will be opportunities to dig into our existing databases and data warehouses to enrich and create new insights. Qualified candidates will be skilled in SQL and capable of writing new complex queries and ETL processes. Categories of data include customer behavior, financials, sales history, and click stream activity. Expect to work with Power BI, Azure Data Stack, MS SQL Server, Analysis Services, and SSIS.
Software and Web Development Track:
Work in coordination with Ticketing, Marketing, Accounting, Credentials and Premium Services departments to write, test, and deploy production code on a number of our production applications. Key applications include VIP credential software, IMS.com, Indycar.com, and our in-house ticket sales platform. The role will have exposure to many new cloud technologies, JavaScript frameworks, and traditional .Net technologies. Strong HTML skills preferred.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Supervisory Responsibilities
Education
Skills/Experience
Travel/Work Hours
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Penske Entertainment provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities and/or events.
DEPARTMENT: Business Solutions
REPORTS TO: Sr. Director, Software Development
POSITION LOCATION: Indianapolis
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
WORKER CATEGORY: Intern
DURATION: February 2024 - August 2024
COMPANY SUMMARY:
Penske Entertainment is a leading provider of world-class sports and entertainment. The organization consists of three prominent entities:
- Indianapolis Motor Speedway is the world's largest spectator sporting facility and annually hosts the world's most prestigious auto race: the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge.
- INDYCAR is the Indianapolis-based governing body for North America's premier open-wheel auto racing series, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, and its developmental series, INDY NXT by Firestone.
- IMS Productions is a multifaceted broadcast and multimedia division that helps bring INDYCAR and IMS events to life for global audiences.
The Penske Entertainment experience is fast-paced, diverse and impactful. Through its business units, the organization reaches audiences on an international scale, focused on delivering exceptional products from start to finish. Employees of Penske Entertainment are challenged daily in a demanding, yet rewarding environment that is best suited for dedicated professionals who want to reach their ultimate potential amid the excitement, tradition, and pageantry of the World's Greatest Race Course and our premier open-wheel racing series.
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a candidate passionate about problem solving and technology. Having an interest in sports, live events, or motorsports will certainly add to job satisfaction, but is not required. The Business Solutions team supports and develops many high-profile websites and critical internal applications. Supporting so many applications has resulted in multiple opportunities for an intern to come in and make an impact. We are seeking one candidate, but that candidate could focus on database development and business intelligence or software and web development. All applicants need to be comfortable understanding business challenges and proposing solutions to those challenges. A genuine interest in technology and desire to continually learn more is required. This intern position is part of the College Program and is eligible for all relevant programming and experiences.
Database Development and Business Intelligence Track:
Work in coordination with multiple departments to improve currently available reporting/analytics tools. There will be opportunities to dig into our existing databases and data warehouses to enrich and create new insights. Qualified candidates will be skilled in SQL and capable of writing new complex queries and ETL processes. Categories of data include customer behavior, financials, sales history, and click stream activity. Expect to work with Power BI, Azure Data Stack, MS SQL Server, Analysis Services, and SSIS.
Software and Web Development Track:
Work in coordination with Ticketing, Marketing, Accounting, Credentials and Premium Services departments to write, test, and deploy production code on a number of our production applications. Key applications include VIP credential software, IMS.com, Indycar.com, and our in-house ticket sales platform. The role will have exposure to many new cloud technologies, JavaScript frameworks, and traditional .Net technologies. Strong HTML skills preferred.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
- Responsible for participating in agile ceremonies including daily scrums, sprint planning, etc.
- Identify broken, outdated, and inefficient business processes
- Working extended hours during the Month of May
- Training and self-taught skills enhancement
- Effectively communications, organizes work and has attention to detail
- Create and maintain efficient, productive, and solutions for business processes
QUALIFICATIONS:
Supervisory Responsibilities
- This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Education
- Currently pursuing Bachelor of Science degree from accredited college/university in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Technology, or similar program
Skills/Experience
- Software Development Track
- HTML, CSS, JS
- C# .Net or similar object-oriented development
- Experience with Vue.js, Next.js, and/or React
- Familiar with the SDLC
- Database and BI Track
- SQL, SSIS, Power BI, SSRS, Analysis Services
Travel/Work Hours
- No regular travel required; Flexibility and adaptability are key skills needed for this role.
- We are seeking a candidate who can work 10-20 hours a week through the Spring and then start full time in early May through August.
- Depending on the candidate's situation and location, some flexibility could be given to enable remote work, however the candidate will be required to live in the Indianapolis area May - August.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Physical demands consist primarily of sitting, standing, and walking.
- Must be able to see and hear in the normal range with or without correction and communicate verbally and in written form with great facility and must be able to be understood.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Work is mainly performed in an indoor environment and near others.
- The noise level in the work environment can be loud, due to professional racing events.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Penske Entertainment provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities and/or events.
