Summer Consulting Intern: Drive Change & Data Insights

aarete; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

AArete in Chicago is seeking an energetic Consulting Intern for the 2027 summer internship program. You will work directly with clients to analyze critical issues, build data-driven strategies, and develop actionable business cases.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, hands-on Excel/SQL work, and exposure to diverse industries including healthcare, financial services, and retail. Candidates should be rising undergraduates with strong academics and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Currently an undergraduate student (Spring 2028 graduation)
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Summer 2027 in-person internship in downtown Chicago
• Comfort with data analysis and business case development

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement solutions
• Partner with interns on a pro-bono project for a nonprofit to improve operations
• Work with AArete colleagues across levels
• Utilize Excel and SQL for data analysis for clients
• Derive client savings opportunities from analysis to form a business case
• Prepare deliverables for project leadership review
• Dissolve real-world client problems with consulting teams
• Understand client-specific business contexts

Skills

Interest in consulting

Continuous learning

Analytical thinking

Business understanding

Excel

PowerPoint

SQL

Teamwork

Support teammates

Education

Business/related field degree

GPA 3.3+

Tools

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

SQL

Job description

AArete in Chicago is seeking an energetic Consulting Intern for the 2027 summer internship program. You will work directly with clients to analyze critical issues, build data-driven strategies, and develop actionable business cases.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, hands-on Excel/SQL work, and exposure to diverse industries including healthcare, financial services, and retail. Candidates should be rising undergraduates with strong academics and communication skills.