Strategy Intern

Jobtailor; California (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an MBA candidate for a strategic initiative role to research topics, build problem-solving frameworks, and test hypotheses. You will craft end-to-end plans, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and present executive-level analyses to shape decisions.

The role emphasizes data-driven strategy, measurable execution plans, and strong Excel/PowerPoint proficiency, with visible impact on strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• MBA or related graduate degree required.
• Full-time enrollment at an accredited university.
• No more than 24 months of prior related work experience.
• Ability to obtain US work authorization in 2027.
• Must not require future sponsorship.
• Experience in strategy development and strategic planning.
• Project management and business/data analysis skills.
• Research and problem-solving capabilities.
• Stakeholder coordination and executive communication.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; ability to convert strategy into execution plans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research on strategic business topics.
• Develop frameworks and issue trees to structure complex problems.
• Analyze data and test strategic hypotheses.
• Create end-to-end implementation plans for strategic decisions.
• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Communicate objectives, expectations, and recommendations.
• Define and monitor success metrics.
• Prepare executive-level analyses and presentations.

Skills

Strategy development

Project management

Business analysis

Executive communication

Stakeholder coordination

Education

MBA or related graduate degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

• Conduct in-depth research on strategic business topics
• Develop frameworks and issue trees to structure complex problems
• Analyze data and test strategic hypotheses
• Create end-to-end implementation plans for strategic decisions
• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders
• Communicate objectives, expectations, and recommendations
• Define and monitor success metrics
• Prepare executive-level analyses and presentations

Requirements

• Currently pursuing an MBA or related graduate degree
• Must be enrolled full time at an accredited university
• No more than 24 months of prior professionally related work experience, excluding internships, teaching assistance, research work, or military experience
• Able to obtain work authorization in the United States in 2027
• Must not require work authorization sponsorship in the future
• Strategy development and strategic planning
• Project management
• Business and data analysis
• Research and problem-solving
• Stakeholder coordination
• Executive communication and presentation
• Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to convert strategy into measurable execution plans

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in strategy development, project management, and business analysis, with a strong ability to communicate effectively and present findings to executive stakeholders. Proficient in creating implementation plans and defining success metrics to drive strategic initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Strategy Development
• Project Management
• Business Analysis
• Executive Communication
• Stakeholder Coordination

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Data Analysis
• Research
• Problem-Solving
• Implementation Planning
• Success Metrics Definition

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• MBA or Related Graduate Degree

Industry Keywords

• Strategic Planning
• Cross-Functional Coordination

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint