About the role#
This is a 10-week summer internship program designed to provide hands-on consulting experience. You will work directly with teams to support clients including states, counties, cities, non-profits, and multi-lateral organizations. You will be paired with a buddy to help navigate the firm and your project work. This is a full-time, paid position.
What you'll do#
- Staff on active Guidehouse projects and provide real-time deliverables for clients.
- Translate strategy into action for government clients across areas like economic development, sustainability, disaster recovery, and organizational strategy.
- Participate in learning and development sessions, including both e-learning and instructor-led training.
- Engage in performance management, including setting goals and participating in mid-point and final evaluations.
- Attend networking events, social activities, and speaker series.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited graduate or undergraduate degree program, with a graduation date between Fall 2027 and Summer 2028.
- Availability for a Summer 2027 start date.
- Authorization to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
- Academic or project background in fields such as business, economics, computer science, engineering, or public policy.
- Experience or interest in state and local government topics like urban planning, housing, transportation, justice, or administration.
- Familiarity with consulting skills such as project management, financial modeling, operational modeling, and stakeholder management.
Location & details#
- Modality: On-site.
- Locations: Boston, MA; New York, NY; Arlington, VA; Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Sacramento, CA; Houston, TX; Atlanta, GA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is a professional services firm that provides advisory, technology, and managed services. The company works with clients in the government and commercial sectors, including the healthcare, financial services, and national security markets. Founded in 2018, the firm is based in McLean, Virginia. It employs approximately 15,877 professionals across various locations.
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