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(2028 Bachelor's/Master's graduates) Accounting/Business/Finance Consulting Analyst/Associate Intern (Summer 2027)

Charles River Associates
Location
Boston, MA, United States; Chicago, IL, United States; Houston, Texas, United States; New York, NY, United States; Oakland, CA, United States
Posted
23 days ago
Department
Multi-Practice
Salary
$30 - $37.50
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree candidates graduating in December 2027/Summer 2028 with an academic focus in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related area
  • Solid working knowledge of finance, accounting, and economic methodologies
  • Command of a broad range of research and quantitative analysis skills (including strong Excel skills)
  • Familiarity with generally accepted accounting principles, corporate governance, and regulatory environments
  • Experience in gathering, standardizing, and analyzing voluminous transactional data
  • Experience in data analysis and intelligence gathering, including querying and mining large data sets
What the job really is

The internship at Charles River Associates offers hands-on experience in consulting, focusing on economic, financial, and business management issues. Interns will collaborate with experienced colleagues on live client projects, conducting research, performing financial analyses, and preparing reports. The program also includes professional development opportunities and aims to prepare interns for potential full-time roles after graduation.

Benefits
  • 100 hours of training annually through formal and informal programs
  • Comprehensive total rewards program including a superior benefits package
  • Wellness programming to support physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being
  • In-house immigration support for foreign nationals and international business travelers
  • Work location flexibility with a mix of in-office and remote work.
Things to weigh
  • No specific salary listed for all locations, but a range of $30 - $37.50 per hour is mentioned for New York, California, and Washington DC.
  • Internship duration is 8-10 weeks, which may limit long-term engagement.
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