About the role#
This is a full-time, paid Summer 2027 internship program. You will work alongside senior colleagues to deliver live client consulting projects. The program lasts 8 to 10 weeks and provides experience that mirrors the full-time analyst role. Successful interns may receive an offer for a full-time position after graduation.
What you'll do#
- Conduct independent research to identify, collect, manage, and analyze data using spreadsheets and statistical programs.
- Participate in telephone or face-to-face interviews with clients and external stakeholders.
- Assist with industry, market structure, and competitor-positioning studies.
- Investigate and analyze market rules, regulations, industry trends, and other documents.
- Generate sections of client reports, presentations, and other deliverables under supervision.
What you'll need#
- Current Bachelor’s or Master’s (non-MBA) degree candidate graduating between December 2027 and Summer 2028.
- Academic focus in Economics, Mathematics, Business Administration, Finance, or Engineering (Biomedical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical).
- Familiarity with conducting secondary research, interpreting data, and summarizing key takeaways.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
- Clear interest in consulting through coursework, work experience, activities, or recruiting events.
Location & details#
- Locations: Boston, MA and New York, NY.
- Modality: Hybrid. You will work from the office 3 to 4 days per week on average.
- Sponsorship: This role does not offer sponsorship.
- Compensation: For the New York office, the base wage range is $30 to $37.50 per hour.
About Charles River Associates
Charles River Associates is a global consulting firm founded in 1965. It specializes in economic and financial analysis for litigation and regulatory proceedings. The firm also provides management consulting for business strategy and operational issues. Based in Boston, the company employs over 1,600 people across its international offices.
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