About the role#
The Summer Analyst Internship Program offers firsthand exposure to the work behind identifying, assessing, and developing leaders for influential organizations. Interns join an environment where they work alongside leadership advisors and industry experts to support critical leadership decisions. You will gain exposure to executive search, leadership assessment, succession planning, organizational effectiveness, board work, and corporate governance.
What you'll do#
- Conduct executive, company, and industry research and analysis.
- Support active client engagements and business development initiatives.
- Develop presentations, reports, and other thought leadership materials.
- Network and interact with colleagues across practices, industries, and functions.
- Complete an individual project and a collaborative team project.
- Present work and key learnings to office leadership and colleagues.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, entering the final year of study.
- Strong academic performance with a minimum 3.3 GPA.
- Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and engagement.
- Strong research, analytical, and synthesis skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-directed, resourceful, team-oriented, and proactive mindset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Must hold permanent U.S. work authorization.
- Relevant academic backgrounds include Business Administration, Economics, Communications, Psychology, Political Science, Sociology, History, or English.
Location & details#
- Locations: Boston, MA; Chicago, IL; New York City, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Washington, D.C.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
About Spencer Stuart
Spencer Stuart is a business consulting firm that focuses on executive search and leadership advisory services. The company helps organizations select senior leaders and build effective teams. It serves a wide range of clients including multinational corporations, nonprofit institutions, and emerging companies. Founded in 1956, the firm maintains over 60 offices in more than 30 countries. It operates as a partnership with a staff of 1,001 to 5,000 employees.
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