Intern – State and Local Government, South Market – Campus 2026
GuidehouseAbout the role
Job Family:
Intern
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
The Guidehouse Internship Program staffs interns on real world projects, showcases the Guidehouse culture, and provides Interns with a meaningful consulting experience. Interns work with teams and provide real-time deliverables in support of the clients. Each Intern is paired with a Buddy to serve as a resource that can assist them in navigating their Guidehouse experience.
Highlights of our Internship Program include:
- 10-week experience in the Summer of 2026 (Program Dates: Monday, June 8 and run until Friday, August 14)
- Learning & Development Sessions (both E-learning & Instructor-Led)
- Performance management, including developing goals and holding Mid-Point Check-in and Final Evaluation
- Networking & Social Activities and Events
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Intern Event
- Intern Speaker Series
- Staffing on active Guidehouse projects
The State and Local Government practice provides individuals the opportunity to serve our States, Counties, Cities, Non-Profit, and Multi-lateral clients in the areas of: economic development, sustainability, disaster recovery, business design, organizational strategy, technology strategy, market analysis, financial modeling, operational analysis, process improvement, change management, technology implementation, risk management, compliance monitoring, and program
management.
We deliver compelling, high impact solutions to our state and local government clients' toughest business and technology problems. We translate strategy into action.
What You Will Need:
- Minimum Years of Experience: 0 years
- Minimum Degree Status: Must still be enrolled in an accredited graduate or undergraduate level degree program and graduate between Fall 2026 and Summer 2027
- Ability to accommodate an expected Summer 2026 start date
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the country
- No current or future sponsorship is available for this position or related conversion offers
What Would Be Nice To Have:
- Demonstrates knowledge in and passion for improving state and local government through academic courses and project work
- Preferred degree programs include business, public policy, urban planning, economics, engineering, math, computer science, and environmental science/studies
- Demonstrates proven success and thorough skills to define and lead client-work including conducting baseline assessments, building a future state vision, developing implementation plans, managing multiple stakeholders, and communicating with varying audiences
- Demonstrates proven success and thorough knowledge of key facets of state and local government, including the following: sustainability, urban planning, education, housing, transportation, justice, and/or administration
- Demonstrates proven success and thorough knowledge of core management consulting skills such as project management, financial modeling, operational modeling, and stakeholder management
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What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
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