Operations, People & Strategy Consulting Internship-Summer 2026

Referral Details

We greatly appreciate your referral, and we look forward to reviewing the qualifications of the candidate you've recommended. Here's a brief overview of the process: 

  

After you've completed this referral form, your recommended candidate will be directed to apply for the specific role through our website. This step is crucial for Wipfli to remain compliant with federal laws and to ensure a fair and transparent selection process. Once their application is received, our Talent Acquisition team will evaluate their qualifications, including how well they align with the requirements of the role and the broader needs of our organization. 

  

Your referred candidate will remain in our candidate database for future opportunities, offering them additional chances to become part of our team. As the referrer, your role in the recruitment process is to bring potential talent to our attention. We ask that you refrain from discussing updates on the candidate's status, out of respect for their personal consideration. Our Talent Acquisition team will provide you with a final update once the candidate has been informed of their application status. Throughout this process, we may reach out to you with any questions or additional information to ensure a seamless and effective referral experience. 

  

Thank you for your invaluable contribution to our recruitment efforts, and we sincerely appreciate your understanding and support throughout this process.  If you would like to read more about referral bonus eligibility, please visit InSite: Referral Bonus Program Eligibility 

Responsibilities

Role Summary  This internship offers a hands-on, rotational experience within Wipfli’s Organizational Performance (OP) group. Interns will engage in client-facing and internal projects that span areas of strategy, operations, people, and talent. The program is designed to provide exposure to real-world consulting across multiple dimensions of organizational effectiveness    Responsibilities  - Assist in analyzing business performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities.  - Support the development of strategic frameworks and operational models  - Assist in supporting change management efforts including training and communication plans.  - Participate in the evaluation of software solutions.  - Recommend and help implement process enhancements using lean methodologies.  - Support initiatives related to employee engagement, leadership development, and talent optimization  - Utilize tools and software for performance management and succession planning  - Develop communication materials and engagement strategies to support adoption  - Proactively engage in training and learning opportunities to enhance your related skills 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Qualifications:  - Pursuing a degree in Organizational Leadership, Management, Engineering, Human Resources, Economicsor other related field.  - Above average class performance as demonstrated by college GPA; Preferred 3.0 GPA or higher   - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.   - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills   - Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality work.   - Basic understanding of accounting principles is a plus.   - Ability to work independently and as part of a team.   - Ability to build and foster professional business relationships   - Desire to help companies maximize value by leveraging technology and process improvement   - Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire. Wipfli will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., H-1B status)    Damian Kauffman, from our recruiting team, will be guiding you through this process. Visit his LinkedIn page to connect!   #LI-Hybrid #LI-DK1

Additional Details

Additional Details:    This role requires a hybrid work arrangement.  At Wipfli, hyrbid work is defined as associates regularly working 2-3 days a week in a Wipfli office or at client sites.  The client sites can vary locally, regionally, or nationally depending on the industry alignment. Scheduled meetings at the client and in the office require in-person attendance.   Not fully prepared to apply for an internship or not sure where to start? Please join our Talent Community to explore how you can stay connected to Wipfli.    Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identify, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.    Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an appl