Workday Consulting Intern — Summer 2027 (Onsite, Plano)

Cognizant; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Workday Consulting Intern for the summer of 2027 in the United States. You will support delivery of HR and Finance solutions on Workday, gain hands-on data analysis experience, and collaborate with seasoned consultants and clients.

The internship is 9 weeks long, starting in June 2027, onsite in Plano, TX, with a $25/hour rate. Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Business (Finance, Accounting, Business Management, Operations Management), Human Resources, Human Resources Management, Computer Science, or Information Systems, and eligible for internships within 12 months prior to final graduation date.
• Strong creative and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with demonstrated teamwork and leadership capabilities.
• Strong interest in technology, digital transformation, and enterprise solutions, with a commitment to delivering client service excellence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Access, Project).

Responsibilities

• Build foundational knowledge of Workday technology and industry best practices, and apply it to analyze issues, conduct research, and support testing.
• Analyze market trends and client challenges to generate actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
• Collaborate with team members to design, present, and implement technology-driven solutions, and support go-to-market initiatives.
• Apply AI-driven tools and technologies to enhance data analysis and address client and internal business challenges.
• Contribute to deliverables and thought leadership content, and participate in team meetings and brainstorming sessions.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork & leadership

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Business/CS/IS

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Cognizant is seeking a Workday Consulting Intern for the summer of 2027 in the United States. You will support delivery of HR and Finance solutions on Workday, gain hands-on data analysis experience, and collaborate with seasoned consultants and clients.

The internship is 9 weeks long, starting in June 2027, onsite in Plano, TX, with a $25/hour rate. Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills are essential for success.