Business Analyst Intern – Client Research & Practice Support

Rtsperfectplant; Toronto; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

RTS Consulting in Etobicoke, Ontario is seeking a motivated Business Analyst Intern to support client research and internal knowledge management. You’ll help profile industries and clients, organize directories, and assist in preparation for marketing and delivery efforts.

The role offers exposure to MES, Operational Excellence, and Asset Management practices within a growing consulting firm in the Toronto area. This internship emphasizes research, organization, and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a program related to Business Administration, Commerce, or Industrial Engineering.
• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize large amounts of information clearly.
• Detail-oriented with a knack for organizing digital content and information structures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with SharePoint or CRM platforms is an asset.
• Strong written communication skills and an interest in consulting, operations, or industrial technology.
• A self-starter with curiosity, a willingness to learn, and a collaborative attitude.

Responsibilities

• Client & Industry Research: conduct research on target industries and identify key players.
• Practice Documentation: audit and organize internal directories and templates.
• Sales & Marketing Support: provide background research for campaigns and decks.

Skills

Strong research skills

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Written communication

Collaborative attitude

Education

Business Administration

Commerce

Industrial Engineering

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

CRM platforms

Job description

Business Analyst Intern – Client Research & Practice Support

Etobicoke (South Steeles / Silverstone / Humbergate / Jamestown / Mount Olive / Beaumond Heights / Thistletown / Albion, Canada | Posted on 09/02/2025

• City Etobicoke (South Steeles / Silverstone / Humbergate / Jamestown / Mount Olive / Beaumond Heights / Thistletown / Albion
• Zip/Postal Code M9W 5N6
• Country Canada

Job Description

About Us:

RTS Consulting is a growing professional services firm specializing in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Operational Excellence, and Asset Management. We help clients optimize performance by blending strategic insights with hands‑on implementation. As we scale our offerings and expand our reach, we’re looking for an organized and motivated intern to support client research and internal knowledge management efforts.

Job Overview:

As a Business Analyst Intern, you will support RTS's business development and delivery teams through market research, client profiling, and the optimization of our internal file directories and knowledge base. This is a unique opportunity to gain exposure to how consulting practices organize and operationalize information to support sales, marketing, and execution efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

Client & Industry Research

• Conduct research on companies in target industries (i.e., manufacturing, food & beverage, mining) to identify key players, organizational structures, and operational challenges.
• Build and maintain client profiles and industry trend summaries for use by RTS leadership and delivery teams.
• Identify potential clients for outreach by analyzing publicly available information, news releases, and thought leadership trends.

Practice Documentation & File Directory Optimization

• Audit and organize existing internal directories across RTS’s core business units (MES, Operational Excellence, Asset Management).
• Assist in structuring templates, best practice documents, and frameworks for easy access and re-use.
• Recommend improvements to naming conventions, tagging, and storage processes to enhance efficiency and collaboration.

Support for Sales & Marketing

• Provide background research for marketing campaigns, capability decks, and case studies.
• Help summarize competitive benchmarks and best practices from peer consulting firms.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a program related to Business Administration, Commerce, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize large amounts of information clearly.
• Detail-oriented with a knack for organizing digital content and information structures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint); familiarity with SharePoint or CRM platforms is an asset.
• Strong written communication skills and an interest in consulting, operations, or industrial technology.
• A self-starter with curiosity, a willingness to learn, and a collaborative attitude.

Why RTS Consulting?

• Opportunity to contribute to real business priorities in a growing consulting firm.
• Gain exposure to the inner workings of a professional services environment.
• Learn from experienced professionals across delivery, marketing, and leadership functions.
• Build tangible outputs for your portfolio.