Strategy Insights & Planning Consultant -AI Transformation Intern (North America - University Students)

ZS; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

ZS, a leading strategy insights and analytics firm, offers a Strategy Insights & Planning Consultant Intern role in the United States. You will work with clients to design AI and digital transformation strategies, manage stakeholder relationships, and lead project workstreams while gaining exposure to cross-functional teams and real-world business challenges.

As a first-year MBA student with a related bachelor’s degree, you will build expertise in analytics, problem solving, and executive

Qualifications

• MBA student in first year with strong academic performance.
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in business or related fields as listed.
• Proven ability to lead client-facing projects and manage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead workstreams and project teams for client engagements.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to identify business challenges.
• Develop AI and digital transformation strategies and roadmaps.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative research on market trends and tech.
• Translate complex concepts into actionable executive recommendations.
• Work with data scientists and engineers to align AI solutions with client goals.
• Deliver client workshops, presentations, and strategic discussions.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to capability development.
• Foster strong client relationships and growth opportunities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Executive presentation

English fluency

Client-facing

Collaboration

Education

MBA program (first year)

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you’ll work side-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.

Strategy Insights & Planning Consultant - Intern

ZS's Insights & Analytics group

partners with clients to design and deliver solutions to help them tackle a broad range of business challenges. Our teams work on multiple projects simultaneously, leveraging advanced data analytics and problem‑solving techniques. Our recommendations and solutions are based on rigorous research and analysis underpinned by deep expertise and thought leadership.

Strategy Insights & Planning Consultant Intern

Strategy Insights & Planning Consultants deliver high-quality solutions for our clients. Consultants possess unstructured problem‑solving skills as well as strong analytic, synthesis and communication skills. Consultants may work on multiple projects simultaneously. As Consultants advance in their career, they specialize in a particular industry, practice area and/or client relationship.

What You’ll Do

• Lead workstreams and project teams.
• Partner with senior client stakeholders to identify business challenges and define opportunities.
• Develop AI and digital transformation strategies, operating models, governance frameworks, and implementation roadmaps.
• Lead qualitative and quantitative research efforts to assess market trends, customer needs, emerging technologies, and competitive landscapes.
• Structure ambiguous business problems and develop actionable recommendations using hypothesis‑driven problem solving.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear business implications for executive audiences.
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and technology teams to shape AI solutions that align with client business objectives.
• Drive client workshops, executive presentations, and strategic discussions with cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to the development of ZS's AI strategy capabilities, thought leadership, and intellectual property.
• Help develop and maintain strong client relationships while identifying opportunities for additional impact and growth.

What You’ll Bring

• Candidates should be in their first year of an MBA program and possess a bachelor's (and often graduate) degree in business, economics, marketing, psychology, physical or life sciences, engineering, applied math, statistics, or related fields.
• 3-5 years of pre‑MBA work experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading client‑facing projects and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Strong understanding of AI, generative AI, machine learning, and emerging digital technologies and their business applications.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and structured thinking skills.
• Strong communication and executive presentation capabilities.
• Fluency in English
• Client‑first mentality
• Intense work ethic
• Collaborative spirit and problem‑solving approach

How you’ll grow

• Cross‑functional skills development & custom learning pathways
• Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
• Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s‑curves, individual contribution and role expansions

Perks & Benefits

At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in United States, visit ZS US office locations | Where we work | ZS.

Hybrid working model

We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on‑site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face‑to‑face connections.

Travel

Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client‑facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.

Considering applying?

At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems—the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.

ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.

Work Authorization

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must have authorization to work in the United States that does not now or in the future require employer sponsorship.