2026 Kearney PERL Summer Associate
About The Position
As a Summer Associate at Kearney, you will work alongside a dedicated and diverse set of people for 10 weeks and contribute to consulting project teams as we offer honest advice and practical guidance to our clients. With the freedom to be yourself and recognition for what you bring to the table, put your purpose into action this summer and join us as we help build a future that works for everyone, everywhere-as a Kearney Original. Product Excellence and Renewal Lab (PERLab): PERL fuses world-class product design with Kearney's operational expertise to transform product portfolios. With a deep knowledge of consumer insights and design, PERLab improves profits, reduces complexity and costs, streamlines the supply chain, and helps companies achieve their sustainability goals. Our PERLab is located in Chicago, IL. Therefore, all offers will be for Kearney's Chicago office.
Requirements
- Ready to share your ideas and contribute as soon as you join a team
- Analytically inclined and enjoy solving problems
- Able to prioritize and are a doer by nature
- Experienced 5-10 years in your chosen field
- In your first year of your MBA
- Fluent in English
Responsibilities
- Gain unique hands-on experiences as you broaden your knowledge and experience in an open, agile, and collaborative environment.
- Ensure the success of project workstreams by completing tasks such as gathering and analyzing data and conducting competitor assessment studies.
- Support in the creation of recommendations and implement co-created solutions for clients across a range of industries and service practices.
- Take advantage of structured on-the-job learning and development opportunities, including a dedicated mentor who will provide guidance throughout your internship.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
