Summer Analyst Intern

PROGRAM INFORMATION Program Start Date: June 7th, 2027 Duration: 8 – 10 Weeks Office Locations: Boston, Chicago, New York City, Philadelphia, or Washington D.C. Hours: 40 hours per week Application Opens: September 8th, 2026 Deadline to Apply: October 19th, 2026 Salary: $26.00 per hour, with a $2,500 sign-on bonus SPENCER STUART'S ANALYST INTERNSHIP PROGRAM Every leadership decision has the potential to shape organizations, industries, and communities. At Spencer Stuart, Analyst Interns gain firsthand exposure to the work behind identifying, assessing, and developing leaders for some of the world's most influential organizations. As an Analyst Intern, you will join a fast-paced, intellectually engaging environment where you will work alongside leadership advisors and industry experts supporting organizations as they navigate critical leadership decisions. Throughout the summer, interns gain exposure to a broad range of leadership advisory services, including executive search, leadership assessment, succession planning, organizational effectiveness, board work, and corporate governance, while developing valuable research, analytical, and communication skills. The Summer Analyst Internship Program is designed to provide a meaningful introduction to both the leadership advisory profession and life at Spencer Stuart. Through hands-on project work, training sessions, mentorship, and professional development opportunities, interns deepen their understanding of executive recruitment and leadership consulting while building foundational skills that will benefit them throughout their future careers. Our goal is for each intern to leave the program with a stronger understanding of the industry, enhanced professional skills, and a clearer perspective on the impact leadership advisors have on organizations around the world. High-performing Analyst Interns may be considered for a full-time Analyst opportunity upon graduation. In fact, many of our current Analysts began their careers as Summer Analyst Interns, making the program an ideal pathway into the Firm and an opportunity to build lasting relationships with colleagues across practices, industries, and offices. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SPENCER STUART ANALYST INTERN Throughout the summer, Analyst Interns contribute to meaningful work that supports both internal strategic initiatives and active client engagements. Through these experiences, they gain practical exposure to executive search, leadership advisory, and the leadership decisions that shape organizations around the world. Analyst Interns may: Conduct executive, company, and industry research and analysis Support active client engagements and business development initiatives Develop presentations, reports, and other thought leadership materials Network and interact with colleagues across practices, industries, and functions, including firm leaders and partners Every Analyst Intern completes both an individual project and a collaborative team project. These projects are designed to deliver meaningful value to the Firm while providing Analyst Interns with ownership and exposure to topics aligned with their interests. Project work may include conducting market research, analyzing industry trends, creating thought leadership content, supporting business development efforts, or developing resources that enhance practice knowledge and collaboration. At the conclusion of the internship, interns present their work and key learnings to office leadership and colleagues, showcasing the contributions they have made throughout the summer. A DEDICATED SUPPORT NETWORK We believe meaningful development requires thoughtful support. Every Analyst Intern is paired with an Advisor, Mentor, and Buddy who provide guidance, coaching, and serve as a trusted resource throughout the summer program. This dedicated support network helps facilitate a seamless onboarding experience while providing ongoing professional and personal support throughout the program. Analyst Interns receive both formal and informal feedback, including structured mid-program and end-of-program evaluations, as well as regular coaching from their project teams and program leadership. Through their work and development experiences, Analyst Interns can expect to strengthen skills in: Research and analysis Business writing and communication Effective use of AI-powered tools and emerging technologies to support research, analysis, and productivity Stakeholder management Project management Professional judgment Team collaboration These highly transferable skills help position Analyst Interns for future success, whether at Spencer Stuart or in their broader professional careers. IDEAL EXPERIENCE Successful candidates are intellectually curious, eager to learn, and energized by opportunities to grow both personally and professionally. They ask thoughtful questions, seek out feedback, and demonstrate a genuine interest in understanding people, organizations, and leadership. They bring a strong work ethic, a collaborative mindset, humility, and a willingness to contribute wherever needed, while valuing diverse perspectives and learning from those around them. Beyond the classroom, successful candidates are actively engaged in their communities and have pursued opportunities to challenge themselves through internships, work experience, student organizations, athletics, community service, research, or other extracurricular pursuits. Through these experiences, they have developed leadership potential, demonstrated initiative, and learned how to balance competing priorities while making meaningful contributions to teams and organizations. Ideal candidates also possess strong research, analytical, and critical thinking skills that enable them to approach complex problems with sound judgment and thoughtfully synthesize information. Equally important, they demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, building authentic relationships, collaborating effectively with others, and communicating clearly and confidently with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Qualifications & Experiences We Value Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and entering the final year of study (Spring 2028 graduates or Fall/Winter 2027 graduates) Must have strong academic performance (minimum 3.3 GPA); all majors welcome Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and engagement through internships, work experience, community service, athletics, research, or student organizations Strong research, analytical, and synthesis skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Self-directed, resourceful, team-oriented, and proactive Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word Must hold permanent U.S. work authorization (U.S. citizenship or permanent residency) KEY RELATIONSHIPS Reports to: Director of Talent Acquisition and Head of Analyst Internship Program Other key relationships: Analyst Internship Program Leadership Team Project Leaders Analyst Intern Advisors, Mentors, and Peer Buddies Spencer Stuart is a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to non-discrimination without regard to actual or perceived race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, immigration status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. Founded in 1956 and privately owned, Spencer Stuart is one of the world’s leading executive search and leadership advisory firms. With 70 offices in 31 countries, the firm is considered to be the advisor of choice among top companies seeking guidance and counsel on senior leadership needs, and has unrivaled access to leading executives around the world. Spencer Stuart works with a wide range of clients, including multinational corporations, entrepreneurial businesses, private equity firms, family-owned companies, and nonprofit organizations. Achieving Excellence As a leading professional services firm, Spencer Stuart prides itself on having a unique culture—a company culture made up of extremely results-oriented individuals, who also have strong relationship and collaboration orientations. Spencer Stuart strives for excellence in all that it does, and in all of its teams. Looking For Leaders Spencer Stuart consultants apply real insight into clients’ strategic requirements and proven assessment tools to recruit leaders who have the necessary skill, experience, and personal qualities to advance company strategies and achieve outstanding results. Teams are organized into industry and functional practices to maximize sector specialization and knowledge sharing across the firm. These client service teams are supported by first-rate associates and research analysts, working across international borders and backed by state-of-the-art technology. Problem Solvers Spencer Stuart is not only matching the right management with the right business missions, it’s also creating incredibly meaningful Leadership Teams that add long-term value, solve a wide range of important problems across organizations, and help candidates further exceptional careers. Professionally, employees also learn multinational businesses inside out by working side-by-side with the world's most phenomenal clients and leaders. Website Accessibility Disability Accommodation for Individuals Applying to Spencer Stuart U.S. Spencer Stuart is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. Disability Accommodation for Individuals Applying to Spencer Stuart U.K. Spencer Stuart UK is an equal opportunities employer whereby all employment decisions are based on job requirements, business needs and individual qualifications, with no attention to any protected characteristic. We are also a Level 1 Disability Confident Employer and will therefore provide reasonable adjustments to individuals in job application processes and ensure the process is fully inclusive and accessible. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the alternative email address below to contact us about your interest in employment in the United States or United Kingdom: webaccessresumes@spencerstuart.com. Only resumes for current open positions can be accepted. Notice to Recruiters & Staffing Agencies Our preference at Spencer Stuart is to recruit candidates directly. We do occasionally partner with a limited number of preferred agencies when we identify a need for third party staffing support. We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes. We will pay a fee only if the candidate is presented after there is a signed recruiting agreement in place between Spencer Stuart and the agency and only if we have explicitly engaged the agency to submit resumes for a specific current opening. We do not pay fees for unsolicited candidates submitted to Spencer Stuart or any Spencer Stuart employee by email, fax, phone, mail, verbal referral or any other means. In the case of candidates submitted to Spencer Stuart without a signed agreement in place or without being solicited to work on a specific open requisition, Spencer Stuart explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those unsolicited candidates without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Employee Privacy Policy To view our Employee Privacy Policy, click here. 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