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Start designing tomorrow’s future!
Buro Happold is focused on shaping the cities and built environment of the future. From visioning to implementation, we work alongside our clients to develop tailor-made and highly effective solutions, providing expertise in policy design, sustainability and resilience, infrastructure, land use, governance, and operations. We take an interdisciplinary approach to each project, using data analytics, evidence-based planning, and stakeholder engagement to bring new ideas, critical thinking, leadership, facilitation skills and an understanding of what it takes for communities today to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
Learn more about Advisory at Buro Happold
Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional
From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary.
Your next role
Join us and be surrounded by exceptional opportunities in an environment alive with innovation and possibility. Your new team has a willingness and curiosity to see possibility and potential in everything – from the most iconic projects to our everyday conversations.
Your key duties
- Develop energy, carbon, water and waste analysis, studying opportunities to reduce impact and resource consumption, as well as predicting and measuring outcomes using modeling and analytics tools
- Support projects pursuing certification using a wide variety of 3rd party building certification frameworks such as LEED, WELL, Fitwel, ILFI Zero Carbon, Living Building Challenge, etc.
- Research materials and innovative indoor air quality design strategies
- Investigate preferred site strategies for stormwater management, external comfort, heat island reduction, improved air and acoustic quality, biodiversity and ecology and enhanced user experience
- Assess renewable energy production feasibility, research viable technologies, and available funding and incentive opportunities
- Conduct research, prepare context assessments, and support slide and interactive exercise preparation for visioning workshops and integrated design efforts.
Your skills and experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture, architectural engineering, mechanical engineering, energy engineering, environmental engineering, environmental science or environmental studies with a focus on sustainability concepts (e.g. energy, carbon, water and waste) or a related field from an accredited program
- A passion for sustainable development
- Proven interest in the built environment and integrated design
- Ability to connect technical work to big picture client outcomes and environmental/community impact
- Graphic skills and experience using Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft PowerPoint, and/or Miro/Mural is preferred
- Internship or co-op experience at a sustainability or engineering related firm is advantageous
- Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible manner
- Eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Strong written and oral communications and presentation skills
- Any 3rd party credentials such as LEED AP, WELL AP, Fitwel Ambassador etc. are advantageous Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they don’t meet all requirements
- Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they don’t meet all requirements
- Salary range of $80,000 to $83,000. This will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience
- Generous benefits package
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Generous PTO (4 weeks) in addition to 10 paid holidays
- 401k with company match
- Hybrid working & summer hours
- Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees
- Connection to global network of experts on the forefront of industry initiatives
- Access to wide ranging learning and development opportunities
- Connect with colleagues and build your network through our Employee Resource Groups, including the Young Employees Forum, Diversity & Inclusion Forum, Women's Network, Wellness Committee, and Black at Buro Happold
Ready for something a little less ordinary?
Learn more about our office locations
A place for everyone
Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.
Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.
We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalized groups in the built environment. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.
Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.
Start designing tomorrow’s future!
Buro Happold is focused on shaping the cities and built environment of the future. From visioning to implementation, we work alongside our clients to develop tailor-made and highly effective solutions, providing expertise in policy design, sustainability and resilience, infrastructure, land use, governance, and operations. We take an interdisciplinary approach to each project, using data analytics, evidence-based planning, and stakeholder engagement to bring new ideas, critical thinking, leadership, facilitation skills and an understanding of what it takes for communities today to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
Learn more about Advisory at Buro Happold
Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional
From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary.
Your next role
Join us and be surrounded by exceptional opportunities in an environment alive with innovation and possibility. Your new team has a willingness and curiosity to see possibility and potential in everything – from the most iconic projects to our everyday conversations.
Your key duties
- Develop energy, carbon, water and waste analysis, studying opportunities to reduce impact and resource consumption, as well as predicting and measuring outcomes using modeling and analytics tools
- Support projects pursuing certification using a wide variety of 3rd party building certification frameworks such as LEED, WELL, Fitwel, ILFI Zero Carbon, Living Building Challenge, etc.
- Research materials and innovative indoor air quality design strategies
- Investigate preferred site strategies for stormwater management, external comfort, heat island reduction, improved air and acoustic quality, biodiversity and ecology and enhanced user experience
- Assess renewable energy production feasibility, research viable technologies, and available funding and incentive opportunities
- Conduct research, prepare context assessments, and support slide and interactive exercise preparation for visioning workshops and integrated design efforts.
Your skills and experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture, architectural engineering, mechanical engineering, energy engineering, environmental engineering, environmental science or environmental studies with a focus on sustainability concepts (e.g. energy, carbon, water and waste) or a related field from an accredited program
- A passion for sustainable development
- Proven interest in the built environment and integrated design
- Ability to connect technical work to big picture client outcomes and environmental/community impact
- Graphic skills and experience using Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft PowerPoint, and/or Miro/Mural is preferred
- Internship or co-op experience at a sustainability or engineering related firm is advantageous
- Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible manner
- Eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Strong written and oral communications and presentation skills
- Any 3rd party credentials such as LEED AP, WELL AP, Fitwel Ambassador etc. are advantageous Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they don’t meet all requirements
- Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they don’t meet all requirements
- Salary range of $80,000 to $83,000. This will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience
- Generous benefits package
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Generous PTO (4 weeks) in addition to 10 paid holidays
- 401k with company match
- Hybrid working & summer hours
- Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees
- Connection to global network of experts on the forefront of industry initiatives
- Access to wide ranging learning and development opportunities
- Connect with colleagues and build your network through our Employee Resource Groups, including the Young Employees Forum, Diversity & Inclusion Forum, Women's Network, Wellness Committee, and Black at Buro Happold
Ready for something a little less ordinary?
Learn more about our office locations
A place for everyone
Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.
Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.
We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalized groups in the built environment. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.
Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in graduate consultant jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in business, economics, engineering, or a related field
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in Excel and data modeling
- Experience with PowerPoint or similar tools for client-ready presentations and deliverables
- Demonstrated ability to structure and solve ambiguous problems using frameworks
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for client-facing work
- Familiarity with project management methodologies and cross-functional team collaboration
Tips for Your Graduate Consultant Job Search
Tailor your resume to each engagement type
Graduate consultant resumes need to show project-based impact, not just duties. For each role you list, name the client context, the problem you analyzed, and the outcome you delivered. Generic descriptions get filtered out fast at consulting firms.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists graduate consultant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your case-cracking methodology
Firms hiring graduate consultants screen for structured thinking. If your resume or cover letter doesn't reflect a framework-driven approach to problems, you'll lose ground to candidates who make that explicit, even when your experience is comparable.
Target postings by practice area, not just title
Graduate consultant openings in operations, digital transformation, and financial advisory have different skill requirements. Search by practice area keywords alongside the job title so you're applying to roles that match your actual background, not just the seniority level.
Prepare for case interviews before you apply
Most consulting firms include at least one case interview in their process for graduate-level hires. Work through structured problem-solving practice before you submit applications so you're ready when the call comes quickly after submission.
Follow up with a pointed message after interviews
After a consulting interview, send a follow-up that references a specific insight from the conversation and connects it to the firm's current focus area. Generic thank-you notes don't differentiate you in a field where precise communication is the job.
Graduate Consultant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most graduate consultants?
Buro Happold, EY, and GHD are hiring the most graduate consultants right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is strongest at large management consulting firms and at the consulting arms of major financial and technology organizations.
How many graduate consultant jobs are remote?
About 100% of graduate consultant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though client-facing project work typically requires at least some on-site presence. Strategy and operations roles at firms with distributed client bases tend to offer the most remote flexibility for graduate-level consultants.
How do you become a graduate consultant?
Becoming a graduate consultant starts with earning a relevant undergraduate or graduate degree in business, economics, or a quantitative field. Building case interview skills early is essential, since most firms use structured case rounds to assess analytical thinking. Gaining internship or project experience that demonstrates client-facing problem-solving strengthens your application significantly before you apply to full-time roles.
How do you get hired as a graduate consultant with little experience?
Firms hiring graduate consultants at the entry level weight demonstrated analytical thinking and structured communication over years of experience. Focus on academic projects, internships, or extracurricular work where you solved a real problem and can walk through your reasoning. A strong case interview performance often carries more weight than a lengthy resume for graduate-level consulting roles.
What does the graduate consultant interview process look like?
The graduate consultant interview process typically includes a resume screen, a behavioral interview focused on problem-solving and leadership situations, and one or more case interviews where you work through a business problem live with the interviewer. Some firms add a written case or group exercise. The case component is the most differentiating stage and requires dedicated preparation to perform well.
Where can I find and apply to graduate consultant jobs?
You can find and apply to graduate consultant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without being redirected across multiple sites.
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