2027 Summer Business Analyst

Activate Consulting•New York, NY

About The Position

Activate is seeking curious, thoughtful, and driven individuals to join as Summer Analysts. This role offers the opportunity to be involved in real client work from day one, contributing to analysis that shapes recommendations and working alongside colleagues at all levels. The position is situated at the intersection of technology, media, internet, and entertainment, partnering with leading companies to navigate change, unlock growth, and make strategic decisions in fast-moving markets. The industries served are dynamic and include Media and Entertainment, Software and Technology Services, eCommerce and Marketplaces, Telecom and Connectivity, Consumer Digital Services, Data and Information, Sports, Tech-Enabled Businesses and Services, Video Gaming and Interactive Entertainment, and Hardware and Devices. The role emphasizes contributing to the direction of the work, not just producing output, and requires a proactive approach to problem-solving in a challenging environment.

Requirements

Strong problem-solving, analytical, and research skills
Outstanding verbal and written communication
The organization to manage multiple priorities and deadlines without losing the details
Attention to detail and accuracy
A genuine interest in the technology and media space
An independent, motivated, and proactive approach to working as part of a team

Responsibilities

Run industry and user research, including market and consumer trend analysis, commissioned surveys, and executive interviews
Build the quantitative analysis that drives our thinking, from market sizing and revenue models to financial analysis
Contribute to brainstorming and help shape the direction of the work, not just execute it
Design and create client-ready presentations that turn analysis into clear recommendations
Capture the substance of client and expert conversations through sharp note-taking and information gathering
Stay ahead of the trends reshaping technology and media, and bring that perspective to the team