Advisory Intern Strategy Analytics Summer 2027

KPMG LLP; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG LLP is seeking an Advisory Intern in California to work on deal-related data analytics, build industry insights and translate findings into C-suite recommendations. This early-career role emphasizes learning and collaboration within a data-driven advisory practice, with opportunities to develop ML, analytics and business skills.

Start Season: Summer 2027; Earliest Graduation: Nov 2027; Latest Graduation: Sep 2028.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university in a quantitative degree.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Advanced Excel skills with formulas and pivot tables.
• Experience with Python and data manipulation tools (SQL, R, Alteryx).
• Knowledge of PowerBI or Tableau is a plus.
• Strong communication, analytical, and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Apply data analytics techniques on large datasets for deal-related (M&A) problems.
• Develop insights using custom workflows, databases and analytical procedures.
• Perform research on business and data nuances relevant to the client’s industry.
• Translate findings into executive-level recommendations for C-suite audiences.
• Support a multi-disciplinary analytics team focused on ML, data science and design.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Python

MS Office

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in quantitative field

Tools

SQL

R

Alteryx

PowerBI/Tableau

Job description

Career Level Requirement

Early Career

If you are currently pursuing college coursework or have completed a bachelor’s degree or higher in the past 12 months. If it has been more than 12 months since you have graduated from an undergraduate or graduate degree program you should explore experienced career opportunities at KPMG Careers: Experienced Professionals.

KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled.

KPMG is currently seeking an Advisory Intern for our Advisory practice.

Start Season & Year:

Summer 2027

Earliest Graduation Date:

Nov 2027

Latest Graduation Date:

Sep 2028

At KPMG, we are not only keeping pace with the future of business; we are defining it. Harnessing the full power of AI and digital innovation, we deliver intelligent, data-driven solutions to help our clients navigate change and transform their competitive edge. Our people-first approach makes this possible. KPMG invests in continuous learning by providing the tools and training for you to thrive within a culture that fosters growth and collaboration, whether you're launching your career or bringing decades of experience. Join an inclusive team that inspires excellence, delivers meaningful impact, and empowers you to shape your own future.

Responsibilities:

• Use the latest data analytics techniques on large data sets to answer deal-related (M&A) problems for some of the largest US companies and industries
• Develop industry and business-specific insights using custom workflows, databases and analytical procedures to advance engagements and business deals
• Execute research on business and data nuances relevant to a client's industry
• Assist in rapidly translating analytical findings into impactful and cutting-edge C-suite recommendations
• Support a multi-disciplinary analytics team with a specialization in machine learning, data science and design

Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing the following degrees/majors; Bachelors or Masters degree in a quantitative field such as Data & Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Information Technology, Computer Science, Operations Research, Engineering, Data Science or other related field
• Must have a current/most recent GPA of 3.0 or above
• Advanced Excel skills including formulas and pivot tables
• Must have experience with Python
• Knowledge of one of the following data manipulation tools: SQL, R, Alteryx
• Knowledge of PowerBI or Tableau a plus
• Strong in technical, business acumen, critical thinking and agility skills; demonstrated ability to excel and drive strategic outcomes, coupled with a professional demeanor and a collaborative leadership approach, in a dynamic, evolving environment
• Ability to leverage common business technologies, including MS Office (with an emphasis on Excel) and AI, and quickly learn KPMG tools and applications used by our clients
• Strong communication, organization and relationship-building skills, with the ability to apply professional judgment and skepticism, manage priorities across multiple tasks and deliver high-quality work in a professional services capacity
• Must reside within a commutable distance of the office for this position and be responsible for your own transportation, such as personal vehicle or public transportation, to get to and from office / client locations to satisfactorily fulfill your job duties, as determined by your practice leadership
• Work location may be in the office, at client sites, or virtual/remote depending on business need. You must be located within the U.S. when working remotely. Client site locations may require travel and overnight/extended stay.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

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KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled.

Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.