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As a Strategy and Management Consulting intern at RSM, you will work with mid-sized businesses in diverse industries and receive hands-on client experience with direct access to executive management.

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How much do strategy intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for strategy intern in Illinois is $22.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.78 and $27.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a strategy intern?

Strategy interns are students or recent graduates who support a company's strategic planning and business development efforts. They typically assist with market research, data analysis, competitive assessments, and the development of strategic recommendations. Strategy interns work closely with senior team members to help identify growth opportunities, improve business processes, and inform decision-making. The internship provides valuable exposure to high-level business strategy and helps interns develop analytical and problem-solving skills.

What types of projects can a strategy intern expect to work on during their internship?

As a Strategy Intern, you can expect to be involved in a variety of projects, such as market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and supporting the development of business cases for new initiatives. You may assist with data collection, preparing presentations for senior leaders, and collaborating with cross-functional teams like marketing, finance, and product development. These projects often provide exposure to real-world business challenges and allow you to contribute to impactful strategic decisions, offering valuable learning and networking opportunities within the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a strategy intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Strategy Intern, you need strong analytical skills, business acumen, and a background in fields like business, economics, or related disciplines. Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, data analysis software, and sometimes experience with research databases is often required. Effective communication, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability help you collaborate with diverse teams and present insights clearly. These skills are essential for supporting strategic decision-making and contributing meaningful analysis in a dynamic business environment.

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Infographic showing various Strategy Intern job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,502 per year, or $22.4 per hour.

Individual Equity Strategy Intern (Summer 2027)

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Chicago, IL

$37.50 - $40/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 23 hours ago


Key responsibilities

  • Analyze, monitor, and report on potential new investment opportunities and current portfolio holdings.

  • Design, analyze, and report on various model portfolios and conduct individual security analysis for fixed income and equity securities.

  • Perform due diligence, including financial modeling and preparation of investment memorandums, for investment opportunities.


Job description

Join a team that values your ambition and empowers your growth

At Corient, we help high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families to enjoy a full life, while enabling them to preserve their wealth for future generations, and provide for the people, causes and communities they care about. We focus on exceeding expectations, simplifying lives, and establishing legacies that last for generations. We are always looking for talented and motivated individuals to join our team. If you want to work for a company that values your contributions and supports your growth, we would like to meet you.

Duration: June 2027 - August 2027

Responsibilities

  • Analyzing, monitoring, reporting on potential new investment opportunities and conducting surveillance of current portfolio holdings (exposure to top tier, experienced talent, and collaboration with senior investment professionals).
  • Designing, analyzing, reporting on various model portfolios (risk management, etc.)
  • Individual security analysis both fixed income and equity.
  • Apply Appropriate Rigor to SupportInvestment Decisions.
  • Support Best in Class Client Service.
  • Build and continuously improve abest-in-class investment platform.
  • Use a variety of approaches andtactics to research, analyze andselect securities.
  • Construct portfolios adhering to thespecific guidelines and parametersoutlined for each portfolio strategy.
  • The proficiency to accurately examine and interpret fundamental datatodriveinvestment decisions.
  • Communicate research and strategy recommendations to advisors and clients.
  • Perform due diligence, including financial modeling and preparation of investment memorandums, for investment opportunities.
  • Generate research as needed on sectors, industries, and companies.
  • Work on special projects as needed for the research team.
  • Learn to use various market data systems effectively, including Bloomberg, FactSet, and Morningstar.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Must be a rising senior by the summer of 2027.
  • Currently enrolled in a degree program related to finance, economics, mathematics, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated coursework or experience in finance, economics, or mathematics.
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant financial software is a plus.
  • Able to communicate clearly and succinctly, both verbally and written, in a variety of settingsand with multiple communication styles .
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Able to effectively organize, integrate, and synchronize activities working across multipleinternal and external departments and individuals, to complete tasks and assignments.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Previous internship, work, or classwork experience in finance or a related field is preferred but not required.

This position is non-exempt and is paid according to the laws of the State of IL, MA and NY. The pay range for this position is $37.50 - $40 per hour. We are required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

Physical Requirements

  • This position requires the physical capabilities to work in an office environment, which may include prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Corient seeks to make reasonable accommodations that enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties when possible.
  • This position may require the ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
  • This position is required to work onsite 4 days per week.

U.S. Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States. For U.S. employment opportunities, Corient hires U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Exceptions to these requirements will be determined based on shortage of qualified candidates with a particular skill. Corient will require proof of work authorization.
  • Corient participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
  • Must be willing to execute Corient's Employee Agreement or Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement, which require, among other things, post-employment obligations relating to non-solicitation, confidentiality, and non-disclosure.

What You Can Expect from Us

Our dedication to the Employee Experience at Corient is aimed at supporting, empowering, and inspiring our talented team through:

  • 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching
  • Four Medical Plan options that is generously subsidized by Corient
  • Employer paid Dental, Vision & Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Employer paid Short-term & Long-term Disability
  • Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
  • Flexible Spending Accounts& Health Savings Accounts
  • Dependent Care FSA
  • Commuter & Transit FSA
  • Corporate Discount Program - Perkspot
  • Training Reimbursement
  • Paid Professional Designations
  • Giving back to the community - Volunteer days

Corient is the world's largest multi-family office and non-bank wealth manager focused on serving ultra-high- and high-net-worth clients. As the industry's only global professional services partnership, we combine the personal service and objectivity of a boutique with the scale and resources of a global institution. Our partnership model fosters collaboration over competition, bringing together the collective expertise of Corient to each relationship to deliver a transparent, client-first experience. As a fully integrated global firm, we deliver comprehensive solutions across investment management, wealth strategy and family office services to help clients simplify their lives, manage their wealth and establish lasting legacies.


Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to honor this commitment in their daily responsibilities.


We are an equal opportunity employer. All candidates will be recruited and, if applicable, selected and employed without regard to sex, race, religion, marital status, veteran status, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, creed, ancestry, disability, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by law.


This position description is intended to provide a general overview of the expectations and responsibilities of this position and may not include all tasks that may be assigned. As the nature of business demands change, so may the functions of this position. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned with or without notice.


Corient refers to the separate but affiliated entities under common control of Corient Holdings Inc. Client assets include all assets of Corient Holdings Inc., including majority- and minority-owned businesses.