Consultant Internship

CRU; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative work environment

Hands-on consulting experience

Networking opportunities

Mentorship from experienced consultants

Continuous learning and training

Job summary

CRU is offering an internship position in its Consulting division, seeking a motivated and analytical intern to support client projects. The role involves conducting research, performing data analysis, and drafting reports under the guidance of experienced consultants.

Successful candidates will possess a relevant academic background and a genuine interest in commodities markets, along with excellent analytical and communication skills. Mentorship and networking opportunities with industry experts are included.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or candidates enrolled in a relevant discipline.
• Strong IT skills with proficiency in MS Office.
• Genuine interest in the commodities markets.

Responsibilities

• Conduct background research using internal and external data.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
• Draft clear reports summarizing key findings.
• Prepare high-quality client deliverables including reports and presentations.
• Contribute ideas in team discussions and assist in task coordination.
• Manage time effectively to meet deadlines.

Skills

Interest in commodities markets

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Time management skills

Excellent IT skills

Adaptability

Fluency in English

Education

Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in relevant discipline

Tools

MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Job description

CRU International is a leading provider of business intelligence and consulting services in the metals, mining, and fertilizer industries. With over 50 years of experience, we offer valuable insights and analysis that help our clients make informed decisions in an ever-changing global market.

About the Role

CRU is looking for a motivated and analytical intern to join its Consulting division. In this role, you will support the delivery of client projects by assisting the consulting team in generating strategic insights and high-quality solutions tailored to our clients’ business challenges.

Working closely with experienced consultants, you will carry out research, conduct qualitative and quantitative data analysis, identify key trends and insights and develop reports, presentations and other client-facing deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

You will support the successful delivery of client engagements and internal initiatives across the consulting division. Responsibilities include:

• Conducting background research and collecting data using internal CRU databases and external resources
• Performing qualitative and quantitative data analysis using Excel or other analytical tools to uncover key trends and insights
• Drafting clear, structured written outputs that summarise key findings, insights, and implications in a client-friendly format
• Support in the preparation of high-quality deliverables for CRU clients which can include written reports, PowerPoint presentations, models in Excel and attendance of client meetings where appropriate
• Participating in team discussions, contributing ideas and assisting with task coordination under the guidance of senior team members.
• Taking ownership of assigned tasks and manage time effectively to meet internal and client-facing deadlines.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or candidates currently enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline (mining, geology, material sciences, engineering, economics, sustainability, business, etc.)

Required Skills

• Genuine interest in commodities markets
• High attention to detail to ensure accuracy in research and deliverables
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to construct a concise, clear and cohesive narrative to explain insights
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data, identify trends, and generate insights
• Strong time management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines
• Excellent IT skills including the use of MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Willingness to adapt to changing business requirements.
• Fluent written and spoken English

What We Offer

• Collaborative, intellectually stimulating work environment
• Hands‑on consulting experience with real client exposure
• Networking opportunities with industry experts and senior consultants.
• Mentorship from experienced consultants to support your professional development
• Continuous learning and developing through training sessions and internal resources
• Opportunity to work with industry-leading experts over a diverse range of topics related to commodities

Internship application requirements: Candidates are requested to submit a one-page CV and a one-page cover letter, preferably combined into a single attachment.