Consulting Analyst - State & Local Government - Campus 2027

Guidehouse; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 56,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking candidates for roles within the State and Local Government practice in the United States. The position involves supporting clients across economic development, sustainability, disaster recovery, and program management with emphasis on strategy, analysis, and implementation.

Up to 25% travel is noted, with a clear path to develop consulting skills alongside a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates have an undergraduate degree and must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• 0 years minimum experience
• Undergraduate degree status required (must be enrolled through Fall 2026 and graduate by Summer 2027)
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the country
• No current or future sponsorship is available for this position

Responsibilities

• Support state and local government clients across economic development, sustainability, disaster recovery, and program management initiatives.
• Contribute to business design, organizational and technology strategy, market analysis, and financial modeling.
• Assist in risk management, compliance monitoring, and change management activities.
• Translate strategy into actionable plans and deliver high-impact solutions for clients

Education

Undergraduate Degree (Must still be enrolled through Fall 2026 and graduate by Summer 2027)

Job description

What You Will Do

The State and Local Government practice provides individuals the opportunity to serve our States, Counties, Cities, Non Profit, and Multi-lateral clients in the areas of: economic development, sustainability, disaster recovery, business design, organizational strategy, technology strategy, market analysis, financial modeling, operational analysis, process improvement, change management, technology implementation, risk management, compliance monitoring, and program management. We deliver compelling, high impact solutions to our state and local government clients’ toughest business and technology problems. We translate strategy into action.

Job Family

Management Consulting

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Clearance Required

None

What You Will Do

The State and Local Government practice provides individuals the opportunity to serve our States, Counties, Cities, Non Profit, and Multi-lateral clients in the areas of: economic development, sustainability, disaster recovery, business design, organizational strategy, technology strategy, market analysis, financial modeling, operational analysis, process improvement, change management, technology implementation, risk management, compliance monitoring, and program management. We deliver compelling, high impact solutions to our state and local government clients’ toughest business and technology problems. We translate strategy into action.

What You Will Need

• Minimum Years of Experience: 0 years
• Minimum Degree Status: Undergraduate Degree (Must still be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate degree program through Fall 2026 and graduate by Summer 2027)
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the country
• No current or future sponsorship is available for this position

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Demonstrates knowledge in and passion for improving state and local government through academic courses and project work
• Preferred degree programs include business, public policy, urban planning, economics, engineering, math, computer science, and environmental science/studies
• Demonstrates proven success and thorough skills to define and lead client-work including conducting baseline assessments, building a future state vision, developing implementation plans, managing multiple stakeholders, and communicating with varying audiences
• Demonstrates proven success and thorough knowledge of key facets of state and local government, including the following: sustainability, urban planning, education, housing, transportation, justice, and/or administration
• Demonstrates proven success and thorough knowledge of core management consulting skills such as project management, financial modeling, operational modeling, and stakeholder management.

The annual salary range for this position is $56,000.00-$94,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits Include

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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