Risk & Analytics Intern

NinjaHoldings

Risk and analytics intern analyzing funnel, loan, and underwriting performance for NinjaHoldings’ consumer finance products. Developing SQL/Python reporting and optimization recommendations in Chicago.

Posted 9/9/2026internshipChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $20 - $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in data analysis and performance evaluation using SQL and Python, with a strong focus on quantitative problem-solving and attention to detail. Capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize funnel and underwriting strategies through advanced analytics and reporting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

SQLPythonData AnalysisQuantitative SkillsBI Tools

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Data AnalyticsRelational DatabasesAutomated ReportingA/B TestingPerformance Metrics

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAttention to Detail

Industry Keywords

Funnel PerformanceLoan PerformanceImpact AnalysisOptimization StrategiesCross-Functional Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor key funnel and loan performance metrics, reports, and dashboards
Evaluate product performance and identify root causes of metric changes
Establish funnel and loan performance metrics
Develop automated reporting and alerting using SQL and Python
Conduct advanced data analytics to evaluate trends and recommend optimization strategies
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement funnel or underwriting strategy changes
Monitor releases and perform impact analysis
Analyze A/B testing data for funnel or underwriting optimization experiments
Evaluate experiment impact and provide recommendations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current junior or incoming senior majoring in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering or a related field
Experience with relational databases and SQL
Data analysis experience with Python
Strong quantitative and problem-solving skills with key attention to detail
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future visa sponsorship
Candidates must be local to Chicago or able to relocate independently; relocation assistance is not provided
Experience with BI tools is an additional plus
Pursuing an advanced degree in a quantitative discipline is an additional plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential path to full-time employment for high performing interns
Fast-paced, high-energy work environment
Real opportunity to make an immediate impact at a growth-stage company
Build relationships with full-time employees from day one
Convenient downtown Chicago office located in the heart of the city
Hands-on professional development