Strategy Consulting Intern
Wall Street Oasis · United States
- Hybrid
- Internship
- United States
Job highlights
- Research market trends and strategic decisions.
- Develop consulting-style thinking and analysis.
- Gain resume-boosting practical experience.
- Improve readiness for consulting interviews.
- Flexible remote work arrangement.
About the role
Strategy Consulting Research Intern
About Us
Wall Street Oasis is the largest online community focused on careers in finance and consulting, with over 1 million registered members and 20 million annual visits each year. We help students and early-career professionals build practical skills, signal-ready experience, and clarity around competitive career paths.
About the Internship
Are you interested in how consulting firms analyze business problems, evaluate markets, and develop strategic recommendations? The Strategy Consulting Research Internship is designed to help students build consulting-style thinking skills through structured research, analysis, and written outputs. This role emphasizes problem structuring, business intuition, and clear communication—the same fundamentals used in consulting and strategy roles. This internship is especially well-suited for students looking to strengthen and brand their resume for strategy consulting roles, gain exposure, and better prepare for competitive recruiting processes.
What You’ll Do
- Research basic market trends on strategy and consulting
- Summarize research into clear, concise insights similar to those used in consulting and strategy teams
- Research how companies make strategic decisions across different industries using consulting frameworks
- Build a foundation in strategic thinking and business analysis
Who Should Apply?
This internship is ideal for:
- Undergraduate students
- Students exploring management consulting, corporate strategy, or business research roles
- Analytical thinkers who enjoy research
No prior consulting experience is required.
What You’ll Gain
- Consulting-style research experience you can confidently list on your resume
- Gain deep exposure to the key topics, frameworks, and business concepts most relevant to Tier-1 consulting firms and internal corporate strategy teams.
- Written work samples demonstrating analytical thinking
- Improved readiness for consulting and strategy interviews
- Remote flexibility
Additional Details
- Location: Remote
- Duration: 6–8 weeks, part-time (flexible with academic/athletic schedules)
- Compensation: Unpaid, includes certificate of completion & referral letter
Key skills/competency
- Strategy Consulting Research Intern
- Market Trends Analysis
- Strategic Recommendations
- Business Analysis
- Consulting Frameworks
- Problem Structuring
- Business Intuition
- Clear Communication
- Research Skills
- Analytical Thinking
Skills & topics
- Strategy Consulting
- Research Intern
- Business Analysis
- Market Trends
- Consulting Frameworks
- Strategic Thinking
- Internship
- Wall Street Oasis
- Undergraduate
- Remote
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight analytical skills, research experience, and any relevant coursework for a Strategy Consulting Research Intern role.
- Showcase your fit: Emphasize your interest in consulting, business strategy, and analytical problem-solving in your application.
- Prepare for interviews: Practice structuring business problems and communicating insights clearly, as used in consulting.
- Leverage WSO resources: Utilize Wall Street Oasis's platform to understand finance and consulting career paths.
- Highlight remote work capability: Demonstrate your ability to work independently and effectively in a remote setting.
Technical preparation
Study common consulting frameworks.,Practice analyzing market trends.,Develop concise research summaries.,Learn to structure business problems.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex problem you solved.,How do you approach new research topics?,Explain your communication style.,How do you manage flexible schedules?
Frequently asked questions
- What will I learn as a Strategy Consulting Research Intern at Wall Street Oasis?
- As a Strategy Consulting Research Intern at Wall Street Oasis, you will gain valuable consulting-style research experience, learn to analyze market trends, summarize research into concise insights, and build a foundation in strategic thinking and business analysis using consulting frameworks.
- Is prior consulting experience required for the Strategy Consulting Research Internship?
- No, prior consulting experience is not required for the Strategy Consulting Research Internship. This program is designed for students, particularly undergraduates, who are exploring management consulting or corporate strategy roles and are eager to develop consulting-style thinking skills.
- What is the time commitment for the Strategy Consulting Research Internship?
- The Strategy Consulting Research Internship is a part-time role, lasting for 6-8 weeks. It is designed to be flexible with academic or athletic schedules.
- What are the benefits of completing the Strategy Consulting Research Internship?
- Upon completion, you will receive a certificate and a referral letter, and gain consulting-style research experience and written work samples to enhance your resume and improve your readiness for consulting and strategy interviews.
- How does the Wall Street Oasis internship prepare candidates for consulting interviews?
- The internship specifically focuses on developing consulting-style thinking, problem structuring, business intuition, and clear communication, which are core fundamentals assessed in consulting and strategy interviews. You'll also gain exposure to relevant frameworks and business concepts.
- Can I apply for the Strategy Consulting Research Internship if I am an international student?
- As the internship is remote, international students are generally welcome to apply, provided they meet the eligibility criteria and can participate effectively. Specific visa or work authorization requirements may apply depending on your location and the company's policies.