Chicago, USA
17 days ago
Technology Intern - State & Local Government, Midwest - Campus 2025

Job Family:

Intern


Travel Required:

Up to 10%


Clearance Required:

None

What You Will Do:

The State and Local Government practice provides individuals the opportunity to serve our States, Counties, Cities, Non-Profit, and Multi-lateral clients in the areas of: economic development, sustainability, disaster recovery, business design, organizational strategy, technology strategy, market analysis, financial modeling, operational analysis, process improvement, change management, technology implementation, risk management, compliance monitoring, and program management. We deliver compelling, high impact solutions to our state and local government clients' toughest business and technology problems. We translate strategy into action. The successful Intern candidate will:

Effectively support client interactions and expectations

Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents for client deliverables

Perform data analysis and qualitative research to address client needs

Contribute to creative problem-solving to drive outcomes for clients

Present results of assigned tasks and analyses that resonate with clients

Research and stay abreast of news and legislation within the greater Midwest

Work effectively with colleagues and client staff as part of a project team; work independently as needed

Participate in non-client related firm-building activities

Highlights of our Internship Program include:

10-week experience in the Summer of 2025 (Anticipated to start Monday, June 2 thru Friday, August 8)

Learning & Development Sessions

Mid-Point and Final Evaluations

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Intern Event

Networking & Social Activities and Events

Collaborative Group Projects

Click through the link below to hear more about Guidehouse's Internship Program!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8-DyIUan2I&t=2

​What You Will Need:

Minimum Degree Status: pursuing Bachelors or Masters Degree; preferred programs include Management Information Systems (MIS), business, economics, engineering, math, and computer science

Must be current or recently enrolled in an accredited degree program and graduate between Fall 2025 and Spring 2026

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the country

No current or future sponsorship is available for this position

What Would Be Nice To Have:

Previous Internship experience in technology consulting, including large technology transformations, ERP, artificial intelligence, cloud transformations, or tech requirements analysis.

Demonstrated proven success and thorough knowledge in key facets of technology, including the following: broadband, IT implementation, systems integration, systems design lifecycle, database management, and agile methodology.

Demonstrates proven success and thorough knowledge of core management consulting skills such as project management, financial modeling, operational modeling, and stakeholder management.

Experience in SQL, Query, Python, R, and other data tools.

Demonstrates knowledge in and passion for improving state and local government through academic courses and project work

Demonstrates proven success and thorough skills to define and lead client-work including conducting baseline assessments, building a future state vision, developing implementation plans, managing multiple stakeholders, and communicating with varying audiences

Demonstrates proven success and thorough knowledge of key facets of state and local government, including the following: federal grants management, sustainability, urban planning, education (K-12 and/or higher education administration), housing, transportation, justice and public safety, economic development, organizational change management, and/or administration.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life & Supplemental Life

Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

Skills Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.


Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.


If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.


Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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