Intern – State and Local Government – Campus 2027

Guidehouse; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

Guidehouse invites motivated students to join a 10-week Summer 2027 internship in Austin, TX. Interns work on real client projects, are paired with a Buddy, and participate in learning sessions, performance reviews, and networking events.

The program highlights CSR activities and staffing on active projects across state and local government practice. Ideal candidates are enrolled in an accredited degree program with a passion for public policy, urban planning, economics, or engineering, and are

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited degree program and graduate between Fall 2027 and Summer 2028.
• Ability to start Summer 2027 is required.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the country; no sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Staff interns on real world projects with deliverables for clients.
• Pair each intern with a Buddy to assist navigation of the Guidehouse experience.
• Participate in Summer 2027 internship activities and events.
• Engage in learning sessions (E-learning & Instructor-Led) and development activities.
• Contribute to staffing on active Guidehouse projects and CSR events.
• Support state and local government projects across areas like policy, finance, and program management.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Research & analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate degree in relevant field

Job description

Job Family :

Intern

Travel Required :

Up to 10%

Clearance Required :

None

What You Will Do

The Guidehouse Internship Program staffs interns on real world projects, showcases the Guidehouse culture, and provides Interns with a meaningful consulting experience. Interns work with teams and provide real-time deliverables in support of the clients. Each Intern is paired with a Buddy to serve as a resource that can assist them in navigating their Guidehouse experience.

Highlights of our Internship Program include:

• 10-week experience in the Summer of 2027 (Anticipated to start Monday, June 7 and run until Friday, August 13)
• Learning & Development Sessions (both E-learning & Instructor-Led)
• Performance management, including developing goals and holding Mid-Point Check-in and Final Evaluation
• Networking & Social Activities and Events
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Intern Event
• Intern Speaker Series
• Staffing on active Guidehouse projects

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: Must still be enrolled in an accredited graduate or undergraduate level degree program and graduate between Fall 2027 and Summer 2028
• Ability to accommodate an expected Summer 2027 start date
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the country
• No current or future sponsorship is available for this position or related conversion offers

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

#LI-DNI

The annual salary range for this position is $59,000.00-$98,000.00. 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.

All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or [e-mail] . Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.

If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact [e-mail] . Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.