About The Position
ZS's Insights & Analytics group partners with clients to design and deliver solutions to help them tackle a broad range of business challenges. Our teams work on multiple projects simultaneously, leveraging advanced data analytics and problem-solving techniques. Our recommendations and solutions are based on rigorous research and analysis underpinned by deep expertise and thought leadership. Strategy Insights & Planning Consultant Intern: Strategy Insights & Planning Consultants deliver high-quality solutions for our clients. Consultants possess unstructured problem-solving skills as well as strong analytic, synthesis and communication skills. Consultants may work on multiple projects simultaneously. As Consultants advance in their career, they specialize in a particular industry, practice area and/or client relationship.
Requirements
- Candidates should be in their first year of an MBA program and possess a bachelor's (and often graduate) degree in business, economics, marketing, psychology, physical or life sciences, engineering, applied math, statistics, or related fields.
- 3-5 years of pre-MBA work experience.
- Demonstrated experience leading client-facing projects and managing stakeholder relationships.
- Strong understanding of AI, generative AI, machine learning, and emerging digital technologies and their business applications.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and structured thinking skills.
- Strong communication and executive presentation capabilities.
- Fluency in English
- Client-first mentality
- Intense work ethic
- Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach
Responsibilities
- Lead workstreams and project teams.
- Partner with senior client stakeholders to identify business challenges and define opportunities.
- Develop AI and digital transformation strategies, operating models, governance frameworks, and implementation roadmaps.
- Lead qualitative and quantitative research efforts to assess market trends, customer needs, emerging technologies, and competitive landscapes.
- Structure ambiguous business problems and develop actionable recommendations using hypothesis-driven problem solving.
- Translate complex technical concepts into clear business implications for executive audiences.
- Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and technology teams to shape AI solutions that align with client business objectives.
- Drive client workshops, executive presentations, and strategic discussions with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to the development of ZS's AI strategy capabilities, thought leadership, and intellectual property.
- Help develop and maintain strong client relationships while identifying opportunities for additional impact and growth.
Benefits
- Robust skills‑building programs
- Multiple career progression paths
- Internal mobility
- Deeply collaborative culture
- Opportunity to do meaningful work
- Expand capabilities
- Thrive as part of a global community
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
