Management Consulting - Sector Operations - Financial Services Intern - Summer 2027

PwC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

PwC is offering a Management Consulting - Sector Operations - Financial Services Intern role in the Chicago area. You will support teams across the financial services spectrum, focusing on operational efficiency and cost reduction while gaining exposure to PwC's Advisory practice.

As an intern, you will perform basic tasks, conduct research, and observe professional environments, developing your personal brand and contributing to project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or pursuing degree.
• Interest or coursework in financial services operations and analytics.
• Prior internship or entry-level exposure to client services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support teams delivering operational consulting services to financial services clients.
• Assist in projects to enhance business performance and efficiency.
• Aid in analyzing business data to provide insights for decision-making.
• Support change management and process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with team members to identify cost-reduction opportunities and optimize workflows.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Accounting

Business Administration

Economics

Finance

Operations Management

Supply Chain Management

Engineering

Data Analytics

Data Science

Job description

The Opportunity

As a Management Consulting - Sector Operations - Financial Services Intern, you will engage in a dynamic environment where you will support teams and participate in projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and reducing costs across various business operations. Within our Advisory practice, you will gain exposure to a wide range of industries, including banking, insurance, and asset management, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the financial services sector.

As an Intern, you will focus on learning and gaining exposure to PwC's practices. You will support teams by performing basic tasks and conducting research, while observing professional work environments. This role emphasizes the importance of taking both observational and participatory roles on teams, allowing you to develop your personal brand and contribute to the team's success.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to apply a learning mindset and take ownership of your development. You will be encouraged to ask questions, actively listen, and express ideas clearly. By gathering information from various sources, you will analyze facts and discern patterns, contributing to the optimization and execution support of business processes. This experience will pave the way for future opportunities within the firm.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teams in delivering operational consulting services to financial services clients
• Participating in projects aimed at enhancing business performance and operational efficiency
• Assisting in the analysis of business data to provide insights for decision-making
• Engaging in the development and implementation of change management strategies
• Contributing to the optimization of business processes and workflows
• Collaborating with team members to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement
• Observing and learning from experienced consultants to gain exposure to industry practices
• Applying analytical skills to evaluate business performance metrics and suggest improvements
• Gathering and organizing information to support client engagements and project deliverables
• Developing a foundational understanding of supply chain and core business operations within the financial services sector

What You Must Have

• Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree
• Client service intern positions are entry-level and job seekers are traditionally either in their 3rd year of a 4 year degree program or in the 4th year of a 5 year program. Client service interns typically join us during the winter/spring or summer prior to their intended graduation year

What Sets You Apart

• Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Business Administration, Business Management, Economics, Finance, Communications, Operations Mangement, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Information System, Managment Information Systems, Data Processing, Data Analytics, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, International Business
• Preferred cumulative GPA: 3.3
• Preferred major GPA: 3.3
• Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
• Demonstrating enthusiasm for learning and applying business data analytics
• Supporting teams in operations to improve efficiency and reduce costs
• Participating in projects that involve business transformation and change management
• Observing and learning from experienced professionals in financial services operations

The salary range for this position is: $29.25 - $48.00. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.

As PwC is anequal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.