About the role#
As a Summer Business Analyst at Activate Consulting, you will join real client projects from your first day. You will work alongside colleagues at all levels to help shape strategic recommendations for companies in the technology, media, and entertainment sectors. This role focuses on active contribution, where your perspective on data and trends helps determine the direction of our work.
What you'll do#
- Conduct industry and user research, including market trend analysis, consumer surveys, and executive interviews.
- Build quantitative models such as market sizing, revenue projections, and financial analysis.
- Contribute to team brainstorming sessions to help define project strategies.
- Design and produce client-ready presentations that translate complex analysis into clear recommendations.
- Document client and expert conversations through note-taking and information gathering.
- Monitor trends in technology and media to bring fresh perspectives to the team.
What you'll need#
- Strong skills in problem-solving, research, and data analysis.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities.
- Capacity to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
- A proactive, independent, and team-oriented approach to work.
- A genuine interest in the technology and media industries.
- Pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Marketing, or Communications.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $9,350 per month.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
About Activate Consulting
Activate Consulting is a strategy and technology firm based in New York. Founded in 2010, the company employs 81 people. It provides consulting services to businesses in the media, entertainment, and technology sectors. The firm focuses on areas such as growth strategy, pricing, and marketing effectiveness.
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