State and local government market

Job Family *: *

Intern

Travel Required *: *

Up to 10%

Clearance Required *: *

None

What You Will Do *: *

The Guidehouse Internship Program staffs interns on real world projects, showcases the Guidehouse culture, and provides Interns with a meaningful consulting experience. Interns work with teams and provide real-time deliverables in support of the clients. Each Intern is paired with a Buddy to serve as a resource that can assist them in navigating their Guidehouse experience.

Highlights of our Internship Program include:

• 10-week experience in the Summer of 2026 (Program Dates: Monday, June 8 and run until Friday, August 14)

• Learning & Development Sessions (both E-learning & Instructor-Led)

• Performance management, including developing goals and holding Mid-Point Check-in and Final Evaluation

• Networking & Social Activities and Events

• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Intern Event

• Intern Speaker Series

• Staffing on active Guidehouse projects

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.

What You Will Need *: *

• Minimum Years of Experience: 0 years

• Minimum Degree Status: Must still be enrolled in an accredited graduate or undergraduate level degree program and graduate between Fall 2026 and Summer 2027

• Ability to accommodate an expected Summer 2026 start date

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the country

• No current or future sponsorship is available for this position or related conversion offers

What Would Be Nice To Have *: *

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

• Preferred degree programs include business, public policy, urban planning, economics, engineering, math, computer science, and environmental science/studies

• 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: sustainability, urban planning, education, housing, transportation, justice, and/or administration

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

All candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for this opportunity will be reviewed after the application period closes on Monday, October 13, 2025.

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The annual salary range for this position is $39,100.00-$70,400.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

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 Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities 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 [email protected] . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

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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.