Strategy Intern Jobs in Illinois

Strategy Intern jobs in Illinois concentrate heavily in management consulting, corporate strategy, and financial services, with demand extending into healthcare administration and consumer goods. Chicago is the dominant market, anchored by firms like McKinsey, Boston Consulting Group, and Kraft Heinz, while Evanston and Downers Grove draw interns into adjacent strategy functions at regional headquarters. The most in-demand specialties are competitive analysis, go-to-market planning, and operational strategy. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles11
Top employerCEFCU
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring6
Work type71% Hybrid
Top industryInvestment

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Summer 2027 Intern - Pro Serve Strategy & Change Management
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Summer 2027 Intern - Pro Serve Strategy & Change Management
Salesforce
Chicago, Illinois
Business Analysis
Consulting & Professional Services
Project Management
10,000+

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Design & Strategy Intern
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Design & Strategy Intern
Article Student Living
Chicago, Illinois
Business Analysis
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
201-500

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IT Intern - IT Strategy, Governance and Innovation (2027)
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IT Intern - IT Strategy, Governance and Innovation (2027)
Hollister Incorporated
Libertyville, Illinois
Business Analysis
Data Analytics
$22 - $26/hr
Hybrid
5,001-10,000

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Summer Intern - Strategy
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Summer Intern - Strategy
Options Clearing Corporation
Chicago, Illinois
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
Software Engineering
Hybrid
1,001-5,000

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Energy Consulting Intern - Strategic Advisory Services (Summer 2027)
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Energy Consulting Intern - Strategic Advisory Services (Summer 2027)
Sargent & Lundy
Chicago, Illinois
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
ML (Machine Learning)
$18 - $30/hr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance
1,001-5,000

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Strategy Intern Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
6 jobs
Peoria
1 job
Rosemont
1 job
Oak Brook
1 job
Burr Ridge
1 job
Libertyville
1 job

Strategy Intern Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

CEFCU1 open role
Salesforce1 open role
Akuna Capital1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Investment & Asset Management

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in strategy intern jobs across Illinois.

  • Enrollment in a bachelor's or MBA program in business, economics, or a related field
  • Demonstrated experience with financial modeling, data analysis, or market research projects
  • Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint for building deliverables and stakeholder presentations
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting recommendations to senior leaders
  • Prior internship or project experience in consulting, finance, or a strategy-adjacent function
  • Familiarity with Illinois industry sectors such as consumer packaged goods, healthcare, or financial services

Strategy Intern Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a strategy intern in Illinois?

Strategy intern roles in Illinois require no state-issued license or certification. The concrete path is enrollment in a bachelor's or MBA program in business, economics, finance, or a quantitative field at an Illinois institution such as the University of Chicago, Northwestern, or University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Employers prioritize candidates who can demonstrate coursework in data analysis or corporate finance and who have completed at least one relevant project, case competition, or prior internship.

Which companies hire strategy interns in Illinois?

Employers hiring strategy interns in Illinois right now include CEFCU, Salesforce, and Akuna Capital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's dense concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters and major consulting offices in the Chicago metropolitan area means a wide range of industries actively recruit strategy interns each semester.

Which Illinois cities have the most strategy intern jobs?

Chicago, Peoria, and Rosemont lead for strategy intern openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because of its concentration of consulting firms, financial institutions, and Fortune 500 corporate headquarters, while suburban hubs like Downers Grove and Evanston attract interns through the regional offices and campuses of large consumer goods, technology, and healthcare companies based just outside the city.

Are there remote strategy intern jobs in Illinois?

Yes, and more than most fields, since strategy work is largely desk-based and deliverable-driven. About 71% of strategy intern openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the analytical and presentation-focused nature of the role. The parts of strategy work most likely to stay remote are competitive research, financial modeling, and slide deck production, while client-facing projects and team workshops typically require in-person attendance.

How can I get hired as a strategy intern in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a university-sponsored case competition or a rotational summer program, both of which major Illinois employers use to source entry-level strategy talent. Companies such as Kraft Heinz, United Airlines, and Discover Financial run structured intern cohorts that explicitly welcome candidates without prior professional experience. Building a visible portfolio through university consulting clubs, campus business organizations, or a self-directed market analysis project gives applicants a clear edge over candidates who have only coursework to show.

Where can I find and apply to strategy intern jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to strategy intern jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across industries and metro areas. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your program timeline and area of interest, and apply directly to each position.

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