Jobs · OTHR · Illinois

Summer 2027 Intern - Americas Division [UG/Masters]

Simon-Kucher · Chicago, IL · 3 days ago
OTHR$41–$43/hrVolunteer

About the role

We offer multiple internship experiences tailored to your background and interests. Interns can specialize in Generalist Intern or Transaction Services & Private Equity (TSPE) Intern.

Responsibilities

  • Gain broad exposure by working across a range of industries, including Consumer, Financial Services, Industrials, and Software, Media & Telecom.
  • Support leading private equity firms and corporate clients by conducting commercial and vendor due diligence, and identifying key levers for commercial improvement.
  • Develop and implement commercial growth strategies.
  • Master the art and science of pricing.
  • Optimize pricing structures, discounting models, and value-based pricing strategies to maximize profitability.
  • Turn analysis into actionable recommendations.
  • Conduct quantitative and qualitative research to guide business decisions.
  • Develop financial models, customer segmentation analyses, and pricing simulations.
  • Communicate insights and drive change.
  • Engage directly with client teams to drive buy-in and real-world adoption of strategic recommendations.
  • Drive impact beyond client work.
  • Contribute to internal capability-building efforts and support key business development initiatives.

Requirements

Current enrollment in an undergraduate or master’s program at an accredited university/college, pursuing a degree in business, statistics, economics, marketing, finance, mathematics, or a related field, with an expected graduation date between May and June 2028. 0 years of work experience. Consulting club or industry group experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills—comfortable working with pricing models, sales data, and financial metrics.
  • A strategic thinker with a passion for business growth, pricing optimization, and revenue strategy.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills—able to structure complex challenges and develop actionable solutions.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills—able to distill insights and make compelling recommendations.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with SQL, Python, or other analytics tools is a plus.

Skills

A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Unrestricted U.S. work authorization is required for U.S. office locations.

Benefits

No restrictions on CPT or OPT. The pay range for this position is $41-$43/hr. Compensation may vary depending on relevant experience, skills, geographic location, and business needs.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $41-$43/hr.

Schedule

The internship runs from June 7 to August 6, 2027.

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