2027 Data & Analytics Consulting Intern

West Monroe; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

West Monroe is seeking Data & Analytics Consulting Interns to join our Data & Analytics team aligned to the TechEx Practice. You will apply data science, analytics, and data engineering techniques to help clients extract insights and drive growth.

The role combines business acumen with technical problem-solving and requires SQL, Python, PySpark, or R experience. You will collaborate with executives and project teams, contribute to end-to-end data workflows, and gain exposure to BI tools like

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in progress with expected graduation between Dec 2027 and Aug 2028.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Reside within 50 miles of assigned office and work in a hybrid model.
• Willing to travel up to 50% with travel expenses covered.
• Experience integrating AI tools into daily workflows to enhance productivity and outputs.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with client executives and team members to understand needs and recommend data-driven solutions.
• Work with project teams to deliver valuable outcomes.
• Initiate and complete project tasks under management guidance.
• Evaluate and document client business processes and requirements.
• Develop and test data science hypotheses to drive insights.
• Assist in creating detailed business cases and strategic recommendations.
• Utilize SQL, Python, PySpark, and R for data manipulation and analysis.
• Design reports and dashboards using Tableau and Power BI.

Skills

SQL

Python

PySpark

R

Education

Bachelor’s degree in progress

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

West Monroe is seeking Consulting Interns to join our Data & Analytics team aligned to our Technology & Experience (TechEx) Practice. As businesses accumulate vast amounts of data, the challenge lies in extracting actionable insights that drive growth and operational efficiency. Our Data and Analytics Interns play a crucial role in helping clients unlock the full potential of their data through advanced analytics, data science, and data engineering.

As a Data & Analytics Consulting Intern , you will combine business acumen with technical problem-solving skills to deliver impactful solutions. This role requires an understanding of business processes, data analysis capabilities, and proficiency in data structures, querying, and programming languages like SQL, Python, PySpark, or R.

Primary Responsibilities

Functional Responsibilities

• Collaborate with client executives and team members to understand organizational needs and recommend appropriate data-driven solutions.

• Work closely with West Monroe project team members to deliver valuable outcomes.

• Initiate and complete project tasks under management guidance.

• Evaluate and document client business processes and requirements.

• Develop and test investment hypotheses using data science methodologies to drive actionable insights.

• Assist in the creation of detailed business cases and strategic recommendations.

Technical Responsibilities

• Utilize database development and scripting skills, including SQL, Python, PySpark, and R, for data manipulation and analysis.

• Perform end-to-end data science workflows, from data ingestion and wrangling to analysis and visualization.

• Design and develop reports, dashboards, and visualization tools using platforms like Tableau and Power BI.

• Develop and implement data management, integration, and data science tools, including ETL processes and machine learning models.

• Leverage AI tools to accelerate analysis, synthesize complex information, and support data-driven recommendations for clients, exercising sound judgment in evaluating outputs.

• Apply AI technologies, including generative AI, automation tools, and data models, to enhance insights, improve delivery efficiency, and elevate the quality of client outcomes.

Internal Responsibilities

• Actively participate in West Monroe’s culture and social events.

• Expand your knowledge of data science, analytics, and data engineering methodologies by participating in competency teams and attending learning sessions.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• Sharp analytical thinking and an interest in solving complex problems.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for working as part of a team.

• Ability to stay organized and manage priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Demonstrated leadership through academics, extracurricular activities, or prior work experience.

• Curiosity about emerging technologies, including AI, and a passion for continuous learning and innovation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in progress, with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and August 2028.

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without limitation or sponsorship now or in the future, including OPT, H-1B, or TN status.

• Reside within 50 miles of your assigned office prior to your start date; our culture emphasizes team collaboration within a hybrid work model.

• Ability and willingness to travel up to 50%; travel expenses are covered by West Monroe.

• Experience integrating AI tools, such as ChatGPT, into day-to-day workflows to enhance productivity and insight generation, coupled with strong critical thinking to assess accuracy, mitigate bias, and ensure high-quality outputs.

Preferred Qualifications

Majors in:

• Business Analytics

• Computer Science

• Data Engineering

• Data Science

• Economics

• Informatics

• Information Systems

• Statistics

Based on pay transparency guidelines, the pay rate for this role is $40.00.

West Monroe is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
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