What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026 Consulting Co-Op - Healthcare & Life Sciences Division position at Simon-Kucher?
In the United States - Boston | New York | Chicago | San Francisco
Must be able to work June 8, 2026-December 2026
This position is based in Boston.
At Simon-Kucher, our vision is to become the world's leading growth specialist. We are a global management consulting firm that specializes in strategy, marketing, pricing, and sales. We help companies optimize their commercial strategies and achieve profitable growth. With over 35 years of experience, we have a strong track record of delivering tangible results for our clients across various industries.
As a Co-op Intern at Simon-Kucher, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and work with some of the brightest minds in the consulting industry. The internship program is designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience, enabling you to develop practical skills, enhance your knowledge, and make a meaningful contribution to real-world projects.
Our Healthcare & Life Science Division works across the highly innovative, complex healthcare sector, including pharmaceuticals & biotech, medical technology, diagnostics, digital health & healthcare IT, healthcare B2B, providers, consumer health, and animal health. Our North America Healthcare & Life teams is based in Boston, Chicago, New York, and San Francisco. As a global division, our project teams often comprise of colleagues from around the world. We value the expertise and perspectives each of our diverse colleagues brings to the table and encourage collaboration across offices and disciplines.
What Makes Us Special
About Simon-Kucher
Simon-Kucher is a global consultancy with more than 2,000 employees in 30 countries. Our sole focus is on unlocking better growth that drives measurable revenue and profit for our clients. We achieve this by optimizing every lever of their commercial strategy – product, price, innovation, marketing, and sales – based on deep insights into what customers want and value. With 40 years of experience in monetization topics of all kinds, we are regarded as the world’s leading pricing and growth specialist.
Simon-Kucher is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or militarily status, or any other legally protected status.
We believe in building a culture that embraces belonging, creating an environment in which our people feel valued, are able to be themselves and feel their contribution matters. If we get that right, great things will happen; people will grow faster, innovate, feel valued, and create better outcomes for everyone – our people, our clients and, of course, our business.
Simon-Kucher North America Talent Acquisition Team
RecruitingNorthAmerica@simon-kucher.com
simon-kucher.com/careers
Must be able to work June 8, 2026-December 2026
This position is based in Boston.
At Simon-Kucher, our vision is to become the world's leading growth specialist. We are a global management consulting firm that specializes in strategy, marketing, pricing, and sales. We help companies optimize their commercial strategies and achieve profitable growth. With over 35 years of experience, we have a strong track record of delivering tangible results for our clients across various industries.
As a Co-op Intern at Simon-Kucher, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and work with some of the brightest minds in the consulting industry. The internship program is designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience, enabling you to develop practical skills, enhance your knowledge, and make a meaningful contribution to real-world projects.
Our Healthcare & Life Science Division works across the highly innovative, complex healthcare sector, including pharmaceuticals & biotech, medical technology, diagnostics, digital health & healthcare IT, healthcare B2B, providers, consumer health, and animal health. Our North America Healthcare & Life teams is based in Boston, Chicago, New York, and San Francisco. As a global division, our project teams often comprise of colleagues from around the world. We value the expertise and perspectives each of our diverse colleagues brings to the table and encourage collaboration across offices and disciplines.
What Makes Us Special
- Become part of a unique entrepreneurial team. Think independently, use your initiative, and take some risks. Entrepreneurship is a powerful force that drives the growth not only of our firm but our clients and people.
- Unlock the power of opportunity. Advance your career in a thriving company with a startup feel. We invest in your professional development every step of the way.
- Enjoy balance and flexible working. Be empowered to do your best work – whether it’s from home or in the office.
- Prioritize your health and wellbeing. No matter where you live, we offer a competitive suite of health benefits to help keep you and your loved ones safe.
- Invest in your future. All US and Canadian employees enjoy 401(k) & RRSP benefits with company matching. Our Employee Bonus Opportunity Program ensures that when our firm grows, you grow with us.
- Work in a values-driven culture. At Simon-Kucher, our vision is to become the world's leading growth specialist. Our values guide the way we do business and communicate our distinctiveness. They sum up what we stand for, influence our culture, and drive how and why we do things.
- Working in teams for a wide variety of clients, products, and project types, while building industry, business, and subject matter expertise through fast-paced projects. Specifically gain experience in:
- Data Analysis: Analyze and interpret data to support pricing and sales strategies, identify opportunities, and develop actionable recommendations.
- Project Support: Collaborate with project teams to support various client engagements, including developing presentations, creating financial models, and contributing to client workshops.
- Presentation Preparation: Assist in preparing compelling presentations and reports for clients, showcasing findings and recommendations in a clear and impactful manner.
- Innovation: Contribute innovative ideas and creative solutions to address business challenges and capitalize on market opportunities.
- Client Interaction: Gain exposure to client interactions by participating in meetings and workshops and contributing to discussions and presentations as appropriate.
- Learning and Development: Engage in workshops and training sessions to enhance your consulting and business acumen, as well as your understanding of Simon-Kucher's methodologies.
- Work closely with project teams to leverage both strategy development and data analysis to solve client business challenges.
- Be an integral part in contributing to a collaborative and inclusive environment that fosters belonging for all.
- 0-year(s) work experience; participation in consulting clubs or industry groups as an undergraduate is highly valued.
- Has obtained or is currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited university/college pursuing a degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or pharmacology, or a related sciences or business field.
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program with a May-June 2027/2028 graduation date and ability to intern with us from June 8, 2026 – December 2026.
- Proficiency in Python and data analytics tools to support data-driven decision making.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data and draw actionable insights.
- Strong collaboration and teaming skills.
- Inclusive and empathetic team member.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Unrestricted U.S. work authorization is required for U.S. office locations. Simon-Kucher does not offer sponsorship for this position. (Please note that CPT and OPT are restricted forms of work authorization.)
About Simon-Kucher
Simon-Kucher is a global consultancy with more than 2,000 employees in 30 countries. Our sole focus is on unlocking better growth that drives measurable revenue and profit for our clients. We achieve this by optimizing every lever of their commercial strategy – product, price, innovation, marketing, and sales – based on deep insights into what customers want and value. With 40 years of experience in monetization topics of all kinds, we are regarded as the world’s leading pricing and growth specialist.
Simon-Kucher is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or militarily status, or any other legally protected status.
We believe in building a culture that embraces belonging, creating an environment in which our people feel valued, are able to be themselves and feel their contribution matters. If we get that right, great things will happen; people will grow faster, innovate, feel valued, and create better outcomes for everyone – our people, our clients and, of course, our business.
Simon-Kucher North America Talent Acquisition Team
RecruitingNorthAmerica@simon-kucher.com
simon-kucher.com/careers
Salary : $41 - $43