Consulting Intern Internships
Consulting intern internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working consultants, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Accounting & Auditing, Investment & Asset Management, and Consulting & Professional Services, with Plante Moran, EY, and Federated Insurance among the employers posting roles now.
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Description
Leidos, a Fortune 500 company, currently has openings for Summer Interns to support our Energy and Infrastructure Consulting (E&IC) Division. In our business, we apply technical, commercial, market, and environmental expertise to support the development and financing of capital-intensive energy assets and industrial projects. Our projects and areas of expertise include: conventional power generation; power generation from renewables such as onshore and offshore wind, solar, geothermal, and hydro; biofuels; power transmission; energy storage; carbon capture and sequestration; and hydrogen.
We seek candidates interested in a career in the energy industry, the willingness to gain valuable experience and learn new skills, and the desire to be part of a team working in a fast-paced environment and making a difference in society. The Summer Intern position will offer an opportunity for broad exposure to site characterization and selection, contracts and equipment supply agreements, civil and structural analyses, technology reviews, electrical and control systems, construction cost and schedule, operation and maintenance costs, and environmental permitting and compliance. It is expected the Summer Intern will:
- Review and analyze data and information;
- Perform engineering and scientific calculations and analyses;
- Apply engineering and scientific principles to solve problems;
- Support reviews of contracts, agreements, and permits;
- Gain exposure to modeling and software applications; and
- Assist in report preparation and documentation.
Qualifications:
- Current enrollment in an accredited Bachelor's or Master’s degree program pursuing a degree in Engineering or Science. Experience and/or coursework in Energy Engineering preferred.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work both in a team environment and perform individual tasks.
- Ability to live in Denver area during the internship and commit to an in office experience.
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
October 28, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
Description
Leidos, a Fortune 500 company, currently has openings for Summer Interns to support our Energy and Infrastructure Consulting (E&IC) Division. In our business, we apply technical, commercial, market, and environmental expertise to support the development and financing of capital-intensive energy assets and industrial projects. Our projects and areas of expertise include: conventional power generation; power generation from renewables such as onshore and offshore wind, solar, geothermal, and hydro; biofuels; power transmission; energy storage; carbon capture and sequestration; and hydrogen.
We seek candidates interested in a career in the energy industry, the willingness to gain valuable experience and learn new skills, and the desire to be part of a team working in a fast-paced environment and making a difference in society. The Summer Intern position will offer an opportunity for broad exposure to site characterization and selection, contracts and equipment supply agreements, civil and structural analyses, technology reviews, electrical and control systems, construction cost and schedule, operation and maintenance costs, and environmental permitting and compliance. It is expected the Summer Intern will:
- Review and analyze data and information;
- Perform engineering and scientific calculations and analyses;
- Apply engineering and scientific principles to solve problems;
- Support reviews of contracts, agreements, and permits;
- Gain exposure to modeling and software applications; and
- Assist in report preparation and documentation.
Qualifications:
- Current enrollment in an accredited Bachelor's or Master’s degree program pursuing a degree in Engineering or Science. Experience and/or coursework in Energy Engineering preferred.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work both in a team environment and perform individual tasks.
- Ability to live in Denver area during the internship and commit to an in office experience.
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
October 28, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
Consulting Intern Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- Plante Moran12
- EY7
- Federated Insurance7
- Protiviti6
- Sargent & Lundy5
Top Industries Hiring
- Accounting & Auditing
- Investment & Asset Management
- Consulting & Professional Services
Tips for Your Consulting Intern Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large consulting employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, so applications for June start dates often open in September and October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates. Check listings consistently rather than waiting for a single season.
Build evidence before your first application
Consulting intern hiring teams expect limited work history, so your proof comes from documented projects. Develop a case study, a structured market or operations analysis, or a slide deck that shows how you frame problems and reach recommendations. A concrete deliverable gives recruiters something to evaluate where a resume alone cannot.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured consulting programs tied to your university, and your professors and career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and catches openings that never come through official recruiting channels.
Practice case interviews out loud before you apply
Most consulting intern interviews include a case component where interviewers assess how you structure ambiguous business problems, not just whether you reach the right answer. Practice walking through your reasoning aloud, structuring your approach before diving into analysis, and communicating clearly under time pressure. How you think matters as much as your conclusion.
Target structured consulting internship programs early
Many larger consulting and professional services firms run formal summer analyst or associate programs designed to train people new to the field. These cohort programs recruit early, often months before independent internship listings appear, and fill fast. Identify the programs that match your background and apply in the first wave of recruitment.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 10% of the consulting intern internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you start applying so you are not sorting through roles you cannot take. Filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate to see only the listings that fit your situation from the start.
Consulting Intern Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a consulting intern internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited prior experience at the intern level. For consulting intern candidates, a documented case study, structured analysis, or slide deck that shows your problem-solving process gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for candidates they meet in person.
Can a consulting intern internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for consulting intern interns is performance on real project deliverables, available headcount on the team, and the employer's return-offer timeline. Focus on doing the work well and building relationships without counting on a full-time outcome from the start.
When should I apply for consulting intern internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers recruit summer consulting intern interns the preceding fall, meaning applications often open in September and October for roles that start the following June. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear throughout the year. Check listings regularly rather than waiting for a single recruitment season.
Are consulting intern internships paid?
Most professional consulting intern internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid arrangements are more common at early-stage startups or nonprofit organizations, so review each listing carefully before applying.
What should a consulting intern internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show your analytical or problem-solving process, name the tools and frameworks you used, and link to the deliverable where possible, whether that is a published analysis, a case write-up, or a slide deck. Add relevant coursework, and keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote consulting intern internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 90% of the consulting intern internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill quickly, so apply early once you decide what setup fits your situation. Filter by work type to surface only the listings you can realistically take.
Can international students get consulting intern internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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