Intern Consultant (Graduate Track) – Simon-Kucher

Simon-Kucher, recognized by Forbes as one of the World’s Best Management Consulting Firms, is looking for ambitious students to join their Johannesburg office as Intern Consultants.

This is not a traditional "shadowing" internship. At Simon-Kucher, the internship is the main recruitment route for entry-level Consultants. If you perform well during your 4-week stint, you stand a very high chance of receiving a permanent offer to start your career as a Consultant from January 2026 onwards. You will be a valued member of a project team from day one, contributing to real-world growth strategies for global clients.

How You Will Create an Impact

• Strategic Thinking: Apply creative problem-solving to complex consultancy projects focused on commercial strategy.

• Data Analysis: Execute comprehensive data analysis and transform findings into actionable business insights.

• Client Solutions: Develop recommendations that optimize every lever of a client's commercial strategy—product, price, innovation, marketing, and sales.

• Collaborative Work: Work alongside experienced Managers, Directors, and Partners in project teams of 2-5 people.

• Education: Final year students with strong academic results.

• Target Degrees: Ideally in a field related to Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Science, Statistics, or related disciplines.

• Graduation: Must be expected to complete your studies or graduate within the current year.

• Technical Skills: Proficient in MS Office (Excel and PowerPoint are essential).

• Soft Skills:

  • Strong analytical and communication skills.

  • High degree of initiative and critical thinking.

  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a team.

  • A deep interest in commercial strategy and monetization.

What’s in it for You?

• Entrepreneurial Culture: A thriving company that encourages independent thinking and risk-taking.

• Career Growth: Individualized career support, coaching, and a steep learning curve.

• Flexible Working: Hybrid working models and remote teaming options.

• Global Network: Opportunity to work within an international team across 30+ countries.