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Navier

MBA Internship

Alameda, CA · On-site +1

$17 - $22.75/hr

Navier is seeking a highly motivated MBA Interns to support our strategy, product, and growth initiatives. This is a part-time internship averaging approximately 6 hours per week . The ideal ...

Navier

MBA Internship

Alameda, CA · On-site

$17 - $22.75/hr

Navier is seeking a highly motivated MBA Interns to support our strategy, product, and growth initiatives. This is a part-time internship averaging approximately 6 hours per week . The ideal ...

Republic Services

MBA Intern

San Pablo, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

The MBA Internship Program is a dynamic, 10-week paid internship designed to provide first-year MBA students with hands-on experience in field operations and strategic project work. Interns are ...

Republic Services

MBA Intern

Fremont, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

The MBA Internship Program is a dynamic, 10-week paid internship designed to provide first-year MBA students with hands-on experience in field operations and strategic project work. Interns are ...

Republic Services

MBA Intern

Fremont, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

The MBA Internship Program is a dynamic, 10-week paid internship designed to provide first-year MBA students with hands-on experience in field operations and strategic project work. Interns are ...

Republic Services

MBA Intern

San Pablo, CA

$70K - $80K/yr

The MBA Internship Program is a dynamic, 10-week paid internship designed to provide first-year MBA students with hands-on experience in field operations and strategic project work. Interns are ...

Republic Services

MBA Intern

San Pablo, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

The MBA Internship Program is a dynamic, 10-week paid internship designed to provide first-year MBA students with hands-on experience in field operations and strategic project work. Interns are ...

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How much do mba summer associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for mba summer associate in California is $17.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.98 and $17.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an MBA Summer Associate?

MBA Summer Associates are graduate business students who participate in summer internship programs, typically between their first and second year of MBA studies. These positions are offered by companies across various industries and provide hands-on experience, networking opportunities, and exposure to real business challenges. The role often serves as a pipeline for full-time employment after graduation, allowing both the employer and the student to assess fit. MBA Summer Associates usually work on strategic projects and are given responsibilities similar to those of full-time employees.

What types of projects does an MBA Summer Associate typically work on, and how do these projects contribute to their professional development?

MBA Summer Associates are often assigned to high-impact projects that address real business challenges, such as market analysis, strategy formulation, or process improvement initiatives. These projects are designed to provide hands-on experience and often require collaboration with cross-functional teams, including senior leaders. Successfully executing these assignments not only builds critical problem-solving and leadership skills but also allows associates to demonstrate their capabilities, which can lead to full-time offers. The exposure to diverse business functions and networking opportunities also play a significant role in shaping future career paths.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an MBA Summer Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as an MBA Summer Associate, you need strong analytical abilities, business acumen, and a current pursuit of an MBA from a reputable program. Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, financial modeling, and often familiarity with data visualization tools are commonly required. Outstanding communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills help candidates stand out in project-based environments. These skills are crucial for delivering impactful insights, collaborating effectively, and succeeding in fast-paced, high-expectation corporate settings.

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Infographic showing various Mba Summer Associate job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,136 per year, or $17.4 per hour.

Summer Associate - MBA

Cornerstone Research

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$7.6K/mo

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Re-posted 25 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Help devise and apply innovative analytical approaches to address challenging issues.

  • Develop and apply analytical frameworks to real-world issues and present complex analyses to clients.

  • Utilize proprietary data, information resources, and computing capabilities to inform analyses.

Job description

Summer Associate - MBA
Job Locations US
ID 2026-4309 Category Summer Associate - MBA
Overview

About Cornerstone Research


Cornerstone Research is at the forefront of economic and financial consulting, delivering the rigorous analytical solutions required to navigate complex disputes. The firm draws from an extensive network of prominent academic and industry experts to support each matter effectively. Pairing a deep understanding of economics and finance with a suite of industry-leading artificial intelligence and machine learning tools, Cornerstone provides clients with a sophisticated, tailored approach. A reputation for innovation, precision, and excellence has defined Cornerstone since 1989. That momentum continues with over 1,000 professionals collaborating across nine offices in the US, UK, and EU.

Responsibilities

Summer Associates at Cornerstone Research

The Summer Associate position offers prospective Associate candidates the opportunity to gain first-hand experience in our work. Summer Associates help devise and apply innovative analytical approaches meeting the highest academic standards to address challenging issues. We invest heavily in cutting-edge information resources and computing capabilities and often have access to proprietary data to inform our analyses.

Qualifications

Candidate Profile

Cornerstone Research provides exceptional career opportunities for MBAs while offering an industry-competitive compensation and benefits package. Our work is largely structured around collaborating in teams to develop and apply analytical frameworks to real- world issues and presenting complex analyses to our clients. Therefore, we look for candidates with strong analytical, communication, and management skills. The ideal candidate will also have a strong background and interest in finance, economics, or accounting. If you have earned a CPA or CFA, work in analytical finance, or are passionate about and are focusing on one of these fields in your MBA program, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Interested Candidates

Candidates should complete the online application on our careers website where you will be asked to submit a cover letter (including a statement describing your interest in economic and financial consulting and your location preferences) and a resume. Please be sure to rank our offices in order of your location preference, if any. We are currently hiring in our Boston, Brussels, Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, Bay Area (San Francisco and Silicon Valley), and Washington, D.C., offices. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. Cornerstone Research will consider students with F-1 status who can independently obtain work authorization.

Contact

Associate Recruiting Team Cornerstone Research

Email: associate-recruiting@cornerstone.com

Website: https://www.cornerstone.com/

Cornerstone Research offers market-leading compensation. The bi-weekly salary for the Summer Associate role is $7,692.31 in the United States.

Cornerstone Research provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to legally protected categories, such as age, sex, gender, gender identity, race, color, creed/religious belief, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information or testing, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, military status, veteran status, arrest or conviction record (except where permitted by law), sexual orientation, ethnic background, citizen status, ancestry, national origin, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law.

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