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Operations, People & Strategy Consulting Internship-Summer 2026

Lensa
Chicago, IL Intern
POSTED ON 9/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/12/2025
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Overview

At Wipfli, people count.

At Wipfli, our people are core to everything we do—the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.

We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path.

People truly matter and they feel it. For those looking to make a difference and find a professional home, Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity.

Responsibilities

Role Summary

This internship offers a hands-on, rotational experience within Wipfli’s Organizational Performance (OP) group. Interns will engage in client-facing and internal projects that span areas of strategy, operations, people, and talent . The program is designed to provide exposure to real-world consulting across multiple dimensions of organizational effectiveness

Responsibilities

  • Assist in analyzing business performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Support the development of strategic frameworks and operational models
  • Assist in supporting change management efforts including training and communication plans.
  • Participate in the evaluation of software solutions.
  • Recommend and help implement process enhancements using lean methodologies.
  • Support initiatives related to employee engagement, leadership development, and talent optimization
  • Utilize tools and software for performance management and succession planning
  • Develop communication materials and engagement strategies to support adoption
  • Proactively engage in training and learning opportunities to enhance your related skills

Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Pursuing a degree in Organizational Leadership , Management, Engineering, Human Resources, Economics or other related field.
  • Above average class performance as demonstrated by college GPA; Preferred 3.0 GPA or higher
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
  • Basic understanding of accounting principles is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to build and foster professional business relationships
  • Desire to help companies maximize value by leveraging technology and process improvement
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire. Wipfli will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., H-1B status)

Damian Kauffman, from our recruiting team, will be guiding you through this process. Visit hisLinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/damian-kauffman-50020520b?lipi=urn:li:page:d_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details;4144L4CySQqchVZ8Txa 4w==) page to connect!

Additional Details

Additional Details:

This role requires a hybrid work arrangement. At Wipfli, hyrbid work is defined as associates regularly working 2-3 days a week in a Wipfli office or at client sites. The client sites can vary locally, regionally, or nationally depending on the industry alignment. Scheduled meetings at the client and in the office require in-person attendance.

Not fully prepared to apply for an internship or not sure where to start? Please join our Talent Community to explore how you can stay connected to Wipfli.

Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identify, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at hr@wipfli.com

Wipfli values fair, transparent, and competitive compensation, considering each candidate's unique skills and experiences. The estimated base pay rate for this role is $30.00/hour. The actual hourly rate at the time of offer depends on business related factors like location, skills, experience, training/education, licensure, certifications, business needs, current associate pay, and relevant employment laws.

Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Benefit offerings include paid sick leave; access to free, confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program.

Job LocationsUS-WI-Milwaukee | US-IL-Chicago | US-MN-Minneapolis | US-CO-Denver

Job ID 2025-7195

Category Entry-Level/Internships

Remote No

If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com

Salary : $30

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