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If your background is in Cybersecurity, Computer Science and Engineering, Digital Forensics, Management Information Systems, or Security Information Systems, learn more about internships at Charles River Associates!
ABOUT CHARLES RIVER ASSOCIATES
Charles River Associates is a leading global consulting firm that provides economic, financial, and business management expertise to major law firms, corporations, and governments around the world. CRA advises clients on economic and financial matters pertaining to litigation and regulatory proceedings, and guides corporations through critical business strategy and performance-related issues. Since 1965, clients have engaged CRA for its combination of industry experience and rigorous, fact-based analysis that provide clients with clear, implementable solutions to complex business concerns. Practices seeking to hire interns with this profile include (hiring locations listed):
- Forensic Services/Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics (Boston, Chicago, Dallas, New York, Washington DC)
+ Our team supports cyber due diligence, incident response, insurance claims, and security transformation.
- Forensic Services/E-Discovery (Boston, Chicago, New York)
+ Our team assists companies and their counsel in data preservation, collection, analysis, reporting, and delivery from cloud-based and other repositories.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Our Summer Analyst/Associate Internship program mirrors the analyst experience to give you an understanding of our business and experience project work at Charles River Associates. Throughout the 8-10 week program, Analyst/Associate Interns work alongside senior colleagues to deliver live client consulting projects within the practice area. Along the way, you’ll benefit from professional development and wellness support programs, social events to connect you with peers, and a collegial work environment. Successful interns will be offered a full-time position following graduation.
During the Cyber and Forensic Technology Analyst/Associate Internship program, you may work on many aspects of a project:
- Assist with security and privacy investigations in response to data security matters, which may include ongoing breaches and fraud;
- Engage in problem solving and forensic analysis of digital information using standard computer forensic and evidence handling techniques and tools;
- Apply investigative techniques, scientific reasoning, and digital forensic techniques against various systems to answer questions;
- Identify, research, and organize information to determine what a hacker did to a compromised system, whether data was stolen from a company asset, or what data to assess and provide in a litigation;
- Defensibly collect digital evidence and complete chain-of-custody documentation;
- Leverage your programming, model building, and database administration skills (including using Python, T-SQL, VBA, Excel, C#, and/or other programming languages and tools);
- Share investigative and analytical findings, and assist with the drafting of written reports to summarize procedures performed and findings;
- Stay current with developments in digital forensics, e-discovery, and incident response.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s or Master’s (non-MBA) degree candidates graduating December 2026/Summer 2027 with a related academic focus (Cybersecurity, Computer Science and Engineering, Digital Forensics, Management Information Systems, or Security Information Systems or related);
- Familiarity with several core skills:
+ Strong understanding of computer operating systems, software, and hardware;
+ Ability to conduct detailed forensic investigations and analyses of computers, networks, mobile devices, and removable media;
+ Experience with conducting digital forensic analyses using commercial and open-source forensic tools, including file system forensics, memory analysis, and network analysis;
+ Experience with conducting static/dynamic malware analyses in a lab environment and threat hunting in a live environment;
+ Understanding of proper evidence handling procedures and chain-of-custody;
+ Experience with drafting technical and investigative reports and communicating technical findings;
+ Experience with utilizing automation tools and scripts to expedite analyses;
+ Understanding of incident handling procedures, including preparation, identification, containment, eradication, and recovery-to-protect enterprise environments;
+ Understanding of common attack techniques used by an adversary on a victim network and how to leverage those techniques to stop further adversary activity;
+ Individuals with digital forensics/incident response training and/or certifications, including SANS GIAC (GCIA, GCFA, GCFE, GNFA, GCCC, and/or GREM), IACIS (CFCE or CIFR), and/or Guidance Software (EnCE), are preferred but not required.
- Effective written and oral communication skills;
- Demonstrated high level of initiative and leadership;
- Strong teamwork and collaboration capabilities;
- Excellent time management and task prioritization skills;
- Clear and demonstrated interest in consulting through coursework, work experience, activities, or attendance at CRA recruiting events.
TO APPLY
To be considered for the Summer 2026 Analyst/Associate Internship program, we require:
- Resume – please include current address, personal email, and telephone number;
- Cover letter – please describe your interest in CRA and how this role matches your goals. Also, please note if you have interest in a particular practice and/or a location preference;
- Transcript – may be unofficial. Note: you must be graduating from a bachelor's or master's degree program for this role. If you are graduating from an MBA/PhD program or have work experience, please visit our Careers site to see current open roles. If you are interested in applying for one of our international locations, please visit our Careers site to view and apply for available jobs. Candidate resume review will commence during the fall semester and continue on a rolling basis until positions are filled.
WORK LOCATION FLEXIBILITY
CRA creates a work environment that enables our colleagues to benefit from being together in the office to best deliver on our promise of career growth, mentorship, and inclusivity. At the same time, we realize that individuals realize a range of benefits when working from home periodically. We currently ask that individuals spend 3 to 4 days a week on average working in the office, with specific days determined in coordination with your practice or team.
OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Charles River Associates is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
The city of New York and the District of Columbia require CRA to include a good-faith estimate of the wage range for this role. This range is specific to individuals applying to work in our New York and Washington DC offices and considers several factors including but not limited to experience, education level, and expertise. A good-faith estimate of the base wage range for this role is $30 - $36 per hour; actual total compensation may also include benefits and bonus.
INTRODUCTION
If your background is in Cybersecurity, Computer Science and Engineering, Digital Forensics, Management Information Systems, or Security Information Systems, learn more about internships at Charles River Associates!
ABOUT CHARLES RIVER ASSOCIATES
Charles River Associates is a leading global consulting firm that provides economic, financial, and business management expertise to major law firms, corporations, and governments around the world. CRA advises clients on economic and financial matters pertaining to litigation and regulatory proceedings, and guides corporations through critical business strategy and performance-related issues. Since 1965, clients have engaged CRA for its combination of industry experience and rigorous, fact-based analysis that provide clients with clear, implementable solutions to complex business concerns. Practices seeking to hire interns with this profile include (hiring locations listed):
- Forensic Services/Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics (Boston, Chicago, Dallas, New York, Washington DC)
+ Our team supports cyber due diligence, incident response, insurance claims, and security transformation.
- Forensic Services/E-Discovery (Boston, Chicago, New York)
+ Our team assists companies and their counsel in data preservation, collection, analysis, reporting, and delivery from cloud-based and other repositories.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Our Summer Analyst/Associate Internship program mirrors the analyst experience to give you an understanding of our business and experience project work at Charles River Associates. Throughout the 8-10 week program, Analyst/Associate Interns work alongside senior colleagues to deliver live client consulting projects within the practice area. Along the way, you’ll benefit from professional development and wellness support programs, social events to connect you with peers, and a collegial work environment. Successful interns will be offered a full-time position following graduation.
During the Cyber and Forensic Technology Analyst/Associate Internship program, you may work on many aspects of a project:
- Assist with security and privacy investigations in response to data security matters, which may include ongoing breaches and fraud;
- Engage in problem solving and forensic analysis of digital information using standard computer forensic and evidence handling techniques and tools;
- Apply investigative techniques, scientific reasoning, and digital forensic techniques against various systems to answer questions;
- Identify, research, and organize information to determine what a hacker did to a compromised system, whether data was stolen from a company asset, or what data to assess and provide in a litigation;
- Defensibly collect digital evidence and complete chain-of-custody documentation;
- Leverage your programming, model building, and database administration skills (including using Python, T-SQL, VBA, Excel, C#, and/or other programming languages and tools);
- Share investigative and analytical findings, and assist with the drafting of written reports to summarize procedures performed and findings;
- Stay current with developments in digital forensics, e-discovery, and incident response.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s or Master’s (non-MBA) degree candidates graduating December 2026/Summer 2027 with a related academic focus (Cybersecurity, Computer Science and Engineering, Digital Forensics, Management Information Systems, or Security Information Systems or related);
- Familiarity with several core skills:
+ Strong understanding of computer operating systems, software, and hardware;
+ Ability to conduct detailed forensic investigations and analyses of computers, networks, mobile devices, and removable media;
+ Experience with conducting digital forensic analyses using commercial and open-source forensic tools, including file system forensics, memory analysis, and network analysis;
+ Experience with conducting static/dynamic malware analyses in a lab environment and threat hunting in a live environment;
+ Understanding of proper evidence handling procedures and chain-of-custody;
+ Experience with drafting technical and investigative reports and communicating technical findings;
+ Experience with utilizing automation tools and scripts to expedite analyses;
+ Understanding of incident handling procedures, including preparation, identification, containment, eradication, and recovery-to-protect enterprise environments;
+ Understanding of common attack techniques used by an adversary on a victim network and how to leverage those techniques to stop further adversary activity;
+ Individuals with digital forensics/incident response training and/or certifications, including SANS GIAC (GCIA, GCFA, GCFE, GNFA, GCCC, and/or GREM), IACIS (CFCE or CIFR), and/or Guidance Software (EnCE), are preferred but not required.
- Effective written and oral communication skills;
- Demonstrated high level of initiative and leadership;
- Strong teamwork and collaboration capabilities;
- Excellent time management and task prioritization skills;
- Clear and demonstrated interest in consulting through coursework, work experience, activities, or attendance at CRA recruiting events.
TO APPLY
To be considered for the Summer 2026 Analyst/Associate Internship program, we require:
- Resume – please include current address, personal email, and telephone number;
- Cover letter – please describe your interest in CRA and how this role matches your goals. Also, please note if you have interest in a particular practice and/or a location preference;
- Transcript – may be unofficial. Note: you must be graduating from a bachelor's or master's degree program for this role. If you are graduating from an MBA/PhD program or have work experience, please visit our Careers site to see current open roles. If you are interested in applying for one of our international locations, please visit our Careers site to view and apply for available jobs. Candidate resume review will commence during the fall semester and continue on a rolling basis until positions are filled.
WORK LOCATION FLEXIBILITY
CRA creates a work environment that enables our colleagues to benefit from being together in the office to best deliver on our promise of career growth, mentorship, and inclusivity. At the same time, we realize that individuals realize a range of benefits when working from home periodically. We currently ask that individuals spend 3 to 4 days a week on average working in the office, with specific days determined in coordination with your practice or team.
OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Charles River Associates is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
The city of New York and the District of Columbia require CRA to include a good-faith estimate of the wage range for this role. This range is specific to individuals applying to work in our New York and Washington DC offices and considers several factors including but not limited to experience, education level, and expertise. A good-faith estimate of the base wage range for this role is $30 - $36 per hour; actual total compensation may also include benefits and bonus.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Consulting Analyst
Frame your credentials around structured training
J-1 Trainee and Intern categories require a formal training plan tied to your field of study or prior work. Document how the consulting role builds on your academic or professional background before approaching host employers.
Target firms with established host-employer track records
Consulting firms that have previously hosted J-1 exchange visitors already understand the DS-2019 process and training plan requirements. Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. consulting employers actively open to J-1 exchange visitors.
Verify your program category before the offer stage
Current students enrolled in a degree program typically qualify under the Intern category, while professionals who graduated within the past 12 months use the Trainee category. Mixing these up delays sponsor organization review and can void your DS-2019.
Clarify the home residency requirement early
Some J-1 Trainee placements in consulting trigger the two-year home residency requirement based on your home country's funding or skill shortage list. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor organization before signing an offer letter.
Confirm your host employer's willingness to coordinate with a sponsor
The consulting firm does not issue your visa. A State Department-designated sponsor organization such as AIPT or Cultural Vistas administers the DS-2019 and monitors compliance. Your employer must agree to this three-party arrangement before the sponsor enrolls you.
Align your training plan with specific consulting competencies
Sponsor organizations require a detailed training plan listing skills you'll develop, not just job duties. For consulting roles, reference O*NET occupation data to map analytical, client engagement, and project management competencies to each training phase.
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Find Consulting Analyst JobsConsulting Analyst J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Consulting Analyst role?
It depends on where you are in your career. If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the Intern category applies. If you've graduated within the past 12 months and have prior consulting or business-related experience, the Trainee category is the correct fit. Both require a structured training plan approved by a State Department-designated sponsor organization, not the consulting firm itself.
Does the consulting firm sponsor my J-1 visa directly?
No. In the J-1 framework, your consulting employer acts as the host organization, not the visa sponsor. The DS-2019 form that authorizes your exchange visitor status is issued by a State Department-designated sponsor organization such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT. The host firm must cooperate with that sponsor on training plan documentation and compliance monitoring throughout your placement.
How do I find consulting employers open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors?
Most consulting firms don't advertise J-1 host status in job postings, which makes direct employer research essential. Migrate Mate surfaces U.S. employers and roles aligned with J-1 sponsorship so you can identify consulting practices that have engaged with exchange visitor programs, saving you the step of cold-screening firms that have no familiarity with the DS-2019 process.
Will a Consulting Analyst J-1 placement trigger the two-year home residency requirement?
Possibly. The two-year home residency requirement applies if your home country appears on the State Department's skills list, if your exchange program was government-funded, or if your country's bilateral agreement triggers it. Consulting falls into professional services, which some countries flag as a shortage skill area. Confirm your specific situation with your designated sponsor organization before accepting an offer.
What does the training plan for a Consulting Analyst placement need to include?
Sponsor organizations require a phase-by-phase breakdown of skills the placement develops, not a generic job description. For a Consulting Analyst role, this typically means outlining rotations across data analysis, client deliverables, and internal project management. The plan must show measurable learning objectives and supervisor evaluation checkpoints. Generic plans citing only department name and job title are regularly rejected during sponsor review.
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