About the role#
As a PERLab Summer Business Analyst Intern, you will join the Product Excellence and Renewal Lab team at Kearney for a 10-week summer program. You will work alongside a diverse team to provide advice and guidance to clients on product strategy, design, engineering, and operations. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Chicago.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to consulting project teams by helping with project work streams.
- Gather and analyze data to support client needs.
- Conduct competitor assessment studies.
- Support the creation of recommendations and the implementation of co-created solutions.
- Address product- and operations-related challenges in areas like strategy, innovation, supply chain, and manufacturing.
- Participate in structured on-the-job learning with a dedicated mentor.
What you'll need#
- You are currently in the penultimate year of your undergraduate degree.
- You are fluent in English.
- You enjoy solving problems and have an analytical mindset.
- You are a doer who can prioritize tasks effectively.
- You are collaborative, inquisitive, and ready to share your ideas.
- You have relevant experience in your chosen field.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $8,300.00 USD per month.
- This position does not offer visa sponsorship, including STEM OPT extensions.
About Kearney
Kearney is a global management consulting firm founded in 1926. Headquartered in Chicago, the company operates as a partnership with a presence in over 40 countries. It employs approximately 7,582 people across its international offices. The firm focuses on strategic operations and management consulting services for its clients.
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