Business Analysis Associate Trainee

About the role

The Business Analysis Associate Trainee program is a three‑year, full‑time rotational experience designed for recent graduates who want to solve business challenges through data, analysis and strategic thinking. Trainees work on real projects, support continuous‑improvement initiatives and gain exposure to multiple functions across Popular.

Key responsibilities

• Gather, analyze and interpret quantitative and qualitative data to support business decisions and project recommendations.
• Document business requirements, develop reports, dashboards, presentations and data visualisations.
• Research business trends, risks and opportunities, and prepare summaries and recommendations for management.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams on strategic initiatives and track project progress to ensure timely delivery.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Data Analytics, Information Systems or a related field.
• 0‑2 years of experience in business operations, process improvement, analytics, consulting or related activities (internships, academic projects accepted).
• Fully bilingual in Spanish and English, both oral and written.
• Strong analytical, critical‑thinking and problem‑solving abilities.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience using data‑visualisation tools such as Power BI or Tableau.

What we offer

• Three one‑year rotations aligned with business product priorities.
• Mentorship from experienced peers and executives.
• Company‑sponsored trainings, certifications and licenses.
• Exposure to diverse business processes, staff functions and management viewpoints.
• Opportunities to visit Popular affiliates in the USA and US Virgin Islands, with occasional travel required.