Business Analyst Intern – Cognizant Consulting (Canada) Position Overview

Through Cognizant’s Fusion Global Internship Program, as a Consulting Intern, you play a meaningful role with responsibilities that range from analyzing a client's issues/objectives and interviewing key client stakeholders to developing recommendations and authoring presentations. You will participate in strategic advisory and transformation projects.

Your role as a COIN (Consulting Incubator) Intern will be to deliver immediate value to clients by working with a project-based team of consultants. Interns help assess the client’s business and technological challenges and deliver innovative solutions. COIN Interns facilitate the requirements analysis process, develop strong working relationships with business partners, and build domain expertise across Cognizant Consulting. Additionally, COIN Interns will continue to hone personal career skills, learning from a wide variety of subject matter experts and an award-winning learning and development program. Our associates' diverse set of backgrounds offer varied perspectives and fuel new ways of thinking. We encourage lively discussions which inspire better results for our clients.

Responsibilities Develop relevant industry and technology knowledge Draw conclusions from market / industry trends and client issues Support go-to-market initiatives for Cognizant Facilitate working sessions with clients Work collaboratively within teams using company accelerators and methodologies to present and implement strategic and technology solutions Research industry initiatives, identify and respond to client opportunities and develop client deliverables Contribute to research, design and writing of articles/whitepapers and participate as a team member in collateral development Qualifications Enrolled in a bachelor's degree program, pursuing a degree in Business (Finance, Economics, Operations Management), Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering Ability to grasp business needs and assess impacts to complex business operations and systems Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment Excellent written and verbal communication Proven capabilities in teamwork and leadership A strong interest in technology and digital modernization Self-motivated, strong work ethic with a dedication to client service excellence Ability to work as part of a cross-cultural team, including flexibility to support multiple time zones when necessary Proven Microsoft Office skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Access, and Project Working Arrangements

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a client OR Cognizant office in Toronto, ON Canada. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

Start Date

The internship will last 9 weeks, starting in June 2025.

Post Closing Date

Applications will be accepted until Monday, February 3rd 2025.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world. We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen. We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right. We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer: 
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.