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Consulting Internships in New York

New York is one of the world's most influential consulting markets, bringing together global strategy firms, major financial institutions, technology companies, media organizations and some of the largest corporations in the United States.

The city's consulting industry operates at the intersection of industries that shape the global economy, from financial services and technology to healthcare, media and consumer goods. Consultants in New York help organizations respond to changing markets, identify growth opportunities, improve operations and make major strategic decisions. For interns, that means exposure to consulting in a city where business decisions can have consequences far beyond a single market.

Whether you're a university student, recent graduate, gap year student or career changer, our consulting internship program in New York can help you build practical experience within one of the world's most diverse and fast-moving business environments.

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24Guaranteed Internship
Vetted roles in leading New York consulting and advisory firms.

14Complete Overseas Support
Visa assistance, New York housing, social & cultural events and 24/7 staff support included.

22Global Career Network
Join 15,000+ alumni with dynamic workshops, networking events, and employer references.

Example consulting host organizations in New York

We've previously placed interns with organizations across New York's consulting, strategy, financial services, technology and business advisory sectors. The organizations featured represent examples of the types of professional environments where participants have gained experience.

Why do a consulting internship in New York?

New York's consulting industry reflects the extraordinary range of businesses headquartered or operating in the city. Financial institutions, technology companies, healthcare organizations, media groups, retailers and multinational corporations all rely on consultants to help solve complex business challenges.

The city's position as a global financial centre gives financial services consulting a particularly significant role, while its technology and startup ecosystem creates demand for expertise in digital transformation, innovation and growth strategy. New York's concentration of major companies also means consultants can work across projects involving market expansion, organizational change, customer strategy and operational improvement.

New York is particularly strong in areas such as strategy consulting, management consulting, financial services advisory, technology consulting and operations, giving you exposure to advisory work across some of the world's most competitive industries.

Experience consulting at a global business crossroads

Major industries
Explore consulting across financial services, technology, healthcare, media, retail and other major sectors.

Strategy and growth
See how consultants help organizations understand markets, identify opportunities and make strategic decisions.

Fast-moving business environment
Experience consulting in a city where companies are constantly responding to changing markets, technology and customer expectations.

International perspective
Build insight into how major US and multinational organizations approach challenges across different markets.

Hanging out with other students and interns during a consulting internship in New York

Explore consulting internships in New York

New York's consulting landscape spans global strategy firms, management consultancies, specialist advisory businesses and organizations working across finance, technology and other major industries. Your internship could give you the opportunity to see how consultants research problems, develop recommendations and support organizations through significant business decisions.

Strategy Consulting

Strategy consultants help organizations understand where they are positioned in their market and where they could go next. Your internship could involve supporting market research, competitor analysis, strategic planning or the development of recommendations for clients.

You could work on: Market research · Competitive analysis · Strategic planning support · Industry research

Management & Organizational Consulting

Large organizations constantly adapt to changing markets, technologies and customer expectations. You could support projects focused on organizational structure, business processes, workforce strategy or change management.

You could work on: Organizational research · Process analysis · Change management support · Stakeholder analysis

Financial Services Consulting

New York's financial sector creates significant opportunities for consulting work across banking, investment management, insurance and financial technology. You could support research and analysis for projects addressing business performance, risk or growth.

You could work on: Financial research · Market analysis · Risk analysis · Business reporting

Technology & Digital Transformation Consulting

New York's technology ecosystem creates demand for consultants helping established organizations adopt new technologies and improve digital products and processes. You could support technology research, implementation planning or digital strategy projects.

You could work on: Technology research · Digital strategy · Implementation planning · User research

Looking for consulting internships outside of New York? Explore our international consulting internships to discover opportunities across a range of destinations. 

Example consulting internship roles in New York

Depending on your skills and interests, you could take on a role such as:

  • Market Intelligence Analyst Intern
  • Sustainability Strategy Consultant
  • Innovation Research Analyst
  • Digital Strategy Consulting Intern
  • Venture Strategy Intern 
  • Investment Strategy Analyst
  • Technology Investment Analyst
  • Digital Marketing Innovation Intern

Your exact role will depend on your host organization and placement.

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What can you gain from our consulting internship program in New York?

A consulting internship in New York offers more than a line on your CV/resume. It's an opportunity to experience professional consulting in one of the world's most competitive business environments while developing practical skills through workplace experience.

 

  • Build New York consulting experience

    Add international consulting experience to your CV/resume and show future employers that you've worked within one of the world's leading business and financial centres.

     

  • Work on real consulting projects

    Put your knowledge into practice through projects that could involve strategy, market research, financial services, digital transformation or operations, depending on your placement.

     

  • Grow your international consulting network

    Connect with professionals across New York's consulting, finance, technology and business sectors while building relationships with fellow interns from around the world.

     

  • Understand major US businesses

    See how consultants help large organizations respond to changing markets, competition, technology and customer expectations.

     

  • Experience New York's business culture

    Gain insight into the pace, diversity and ambition of professional life in a city where industries and ideas from around the world converge.

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What's included in the New York internship program?

Your program includes support designed to help you get the most from your international internship, from placement and accommodation to visa support, career coaching and 24/7 in-country support.

Explore the full New York internship program >

Hear from our consulting interns in New York

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"I was able to work with senior consultants in the field who mentored me and taught me what it means to be a brand consulting intern and what brand consulting is all about. I was able to work on projects for clients and help them become the best version of themselves in the market where they are competing." - Chidera Nwogu, consulting intern in New York

"I searched the reviews of The Intern Group program to see whether it was actually real because it just seemed too good to be true. They’ve been very helpful and made my experience easier from the start. They helped me with my CV and made sure we got to visit plenty of tourist attractions for free. I never felt like I was left out or that they weren’t there for me. They were always there to support me, which really made it easier for me to come here." - Cansu Mengene, New York consulting intern

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Is a New York consulting internship right for you?

A New York consulting internship could be a great fit if you're interested in strategy, business analysis, problem-solving and understanding how major organizations respond to change.

Whether you're a university student, recent graduate, gap year student or career changer, you can build practical consulting skills while experiencing how organizations in New York navigate competition, technological change, growth and international markets. It's an opportunity to build your CV/resume, expand your professional network and discover where a career in consulting could take you.

What is it like to live as a consulting intern in New York?

Living as a consulting intern in New York means working in a city where the professional and social worlds are constantly moving around you. Your commute might take you past Wall Street, through Midtown or into one of the city's many business and creative districts, with an enormous range of industries operating within a relatively small area.

After work, the city offers almost endless ways to spend your time. You might grab dinner in Koreatown, see a Broadway show, explore a museum, catch a baseball game or simply spend an evening walking through a different neighbourhood. Weekends can mean exploring Brooklyn, heading to the beach or taking a trip outside the city. With interns and professionals arriving from across the US and around the world, New York also makes it easy to build an international social and professional network alongside your internship.

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