Analyst or Senior Analyst, Healthcare: Undergrad-Degree Students, Class of 2026

ECG Management Consultants•San Diego, CA

22d•$80,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

With over 50 years of proven success, ECG, ranked as a Best Midsized Firm to Work For 2025 by Consulting Magazine, is the most experienced healthcare consulting firm in the U.S. Working exclusively in this space, our people consistently demonstrate their ability to solve challenges for providers and achieve better outcomes for patients. Across our eight office locations, we’re seeking individuals who will demonstrate the courage to find innovative solutions and make a direct impact on the delivery of healthcare services nationwide. About ECG ECG is a national consulting firm that is redefining healthcare together with its clients. We provide a broad range of strategic, financial, operational, and technology-enabled consulting services to the full continuum of care, including hospitals, health systems, medical groups, academic medical centers, children’s hospitals, cancer centers, ambulatory surgery centers, investors, and payers/health plans. Our work focuses on creating practical, tailored solutions that help clients maximize resources and achieve sustainable results. We value collaboration, integrity, and innovation, and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment. Your Opportunity with ECG: Analyst or Senior Analyst As a full-time analyst or senior analyst at ECG, you’ll be an important part of our consulting team, working alongside the top professionals in the industry to come up with solutions that shape healthcare. You will join ECG as a general member of our healthcare consulting pool, where you'll have the opportunity to gain diverse experiences by working across ECG’s four divisions: Health System Performance, Medical Group Optimization, Payer Strategy & Contracting, and Strategy & Enterprise Growth. Health System Performance Lead comprehensive performance improvement and clinical program optimization across the full continuum of care, supporting high-quality care while driving operational and financial results across all care settings. Medical Group Optimization Work with health systems and independent organizations to improve the performance of medical groups, with a focus on governance and leadership, integration, infrastructure, and provider compensation (design, administration, valuation, and compliance). Payer Strategy & Contracting Optimize strategies, relationships, terms, and methodologies related to revenue and market position for healthcare providers, disrupters, and payers. Strategy & Enterprise Growth Develop and support strategies, planning, organizational design, transactions, and partnerships that reposition health systems, academic health systems, physician groups, and medical and health sciences schools for impact and growth. This framework ensures you'll continuously learn and develop your depth and breadth of healthcare consulting expertise, preparing you for a long-term, successful career with us. Not only will you partner with some of the industry’s best to reach your highest goals, but you will also make a real difference in people’s lives and grow personally and professionally while doing so. Here, no two days or projects are alike, which means you’ll have a lot to learn and plenty of support to help you succeed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in business, finance, accounting, economics, or a related field with a focus on analytics and critical thinking
0–4 years of professional work experience; internship or prior experience in consulting, analytics, or a healthcare-related field is preferred
Proven experience in data-driven decision-making through prior work in consulting or a similar analytical role, showcasing expertise in data analysis, trend identification, and actionable insights development
General knowledge and demonstrated interest in the healthcare industry, including familiarity with key stakeholders, trends, and challenges
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to conduct detailed quantitative analyses and identify key insights
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and other analytical tools preferred
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to ensure accuracy and reliability in all work products
Ability to communicate effectively and accurately to clearly present complex information to clients and team members
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, and see tasks through to completion
Demonstrated ability to manage project timelines, prioritize tasks, and thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment
Ability and willingness to travel as required, with flexibility to meet client needs
Having the permanent legal right to work in the United States is a condition of employment. ECG is not currently able to provide assistance to candidates requiring sponsorship or a visa.

Nice To Haves

internship or prior experience in consulting, analytics, or a healthcare-related field is preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and other analytical tools preferred

Responsibilities

Collaborating with cross-functional teams and driving independent work streams to address client challenges and deliver successful project outcomes.
Analyzing data, formulating hypotheses, and developing innovative, actionable recommendations to solve complex and ambiguous healthcare problems.
Developing high-quality client deliverables, including PowerPoint presentations, Excel models, financial analyses, and other written deliverables, using logical reasoning under tight timelines.
Communicating effectively with stakeholders by presenting results, synthesizing information, and driving implementation.
Creating and managing project plans with clear goals, deliverables, and outcomes, ensuring timely execution across varied schedules and locations.