MBA Strategy Intern

Cloudflare • Austin, TX

5h • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you passionate about the intersection of technology, market strategy, and business growth? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy tackling complex, high-impact problems? Cloudflare is looking for a driven and analytical Summer 2026 MBA Strategy Intern to join our team.
This is a unique opportunity to work alongside Cloudflare's leadership and gain hands-on experience in shaping the future direction of a global, mission-driven company. You will contribute to projects that directly inform executive-level decision-making and Cloudflare's long-term corporate strategy.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a top-tier MBA program or a Master's degree program in a relevant field (e.g., Strategy, Finance, Technology Management).
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, with a proven ability to structure complex problems, conduct rigorous analysis (market sizing, financial modeling, competitive analysis), and synthesize findings into clear, concise, and compelling narratives.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, comfortable engaging with senior leaders and facilitating cross-functional discussions.
• A self-starter with a high degree of intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• A passion for Cloudflare's mission to help build a better Internet and a genuine interest in the underlying technologies (networking, security, edge computing, AI).
• Ability to commit to a full-time 12 week internship.
• In office 3-4 days a week in-office in Austin, San Francisco, or New York.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, investment banking, or a high-growth technology company is a plus.
• Self-starter who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• International Expansion: Conducting market and opportunity assessments, developing strategic options, and contributing to the creation of a 3-year international growth plan.
• Regulatory Certifications: Analyzing global regulatory requirements, prioritizing certifications based on Go-to-Market (GTM) and Sales needs, and balancing resourcing within Engineering to develop a 1–2 year implementation roadmap.
• Strategic Partnerships: Facilitating cross-functional workshops and brainstorming sessions with potential GTM or infrastructure partners in priority markets to identify and develop joint partnership options.
• Competitive Landscape Analysis: Deep diving into emerging competitive threats and market shifts within key Cloudflare product areas (e.g., AI/ML, security, networking) to produce actionable recommendations for product and sales strategy.
• New Product/Market Entry: Performing a strategic assessment of a potential new product category or emerging customer segment, including sizing the opportunity, evaluating entry options, and outlining a potential launch plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern