Internship | Consulting Industry Defies the Odds and Rides the Waves Amid the Pandemic

Mastering Uncertainty, Turning Crisis into Opportunity

Amid the pandemic, many companies have suffered heavy losses. To achieve a post-pandemic resurgence, business leaders across industries must make swift and effective decisions to safeguard the interests of employees, customers, and partners. It is in this context that consulting firms have seen a surge in demand, with frequent news of high-value consulting contracts being signed.

- McKinsey secures a 9.95 million RMB contract with Shenzhen Expressway!

- PwC wins a 7.59 million RMB consulting project with China Postal Savings Bank!

What exactly are consulting firms, and why do they attract top talent from all industries?

Consulting firms, also known as "advisory companies," employ professionals with specialized knowledge and experience who provide intellectual services to help businesses identify key operational and management challenges, uncover root causes, and develop actionable improvement plans. They guide the implementation of these solutions, impart management theories and methodologies, and train corporate leaders at all levels to fundamentally enhance organizational capabilities.

As the world’s largest publicly traded consulting firm, **Accenture** is headquartered in Ireland and ranks among the *Fortune* Global 500. It offers services and solutions in strategy, consulting, digital, technology, and operations.

Accenture serves clients in over 200 cities across 120+ countries, including more than three-quarters of the Fortune Global 500, government agencies, and military organizations.

At the forefront of business and technology, Accenture operates in 40+ industries, leveraging its unique expertise and global delivery network to drive transformative change for clients, enhancing their performance. Its professional services and quality are highly regarded by clients.

Accenture – Business Analyst (BA)

To comprehensively meet client needs, Accenture continuously expands its service offerings, including management and IT consulting, business process outsourcing, corporate alliances, and venture capital.

Beyond industry-specific services for manufacturing, communications, high-tech, financial services, resources, and government sectors, Accenture also provides consulting in customer relationship management, enterprise business solutions, e-commerce, and supply chain management.

Internship Details

01 Internship Responsibilities

- Assist in conducting research and analysis for target clients, supporting business diagnostics and needs assessment

- Execute tasks per project timelines, coordinate client resources, and facilitate necessary communication and follow-ups

- Track project progress, organize and manage project documentation, and maintain records

- Support the team in data validation and operational maintenance

- Monitor project milestones, compile regular reports, and assist consultants in consolidating business deliverables

- Contribute to team-building, training, coordination, and daily project operations

02 Internship Highlights

- On-site internship to experience real workplace dynamics

- Comprehensive training from mentors + 1-on-1 guidance for professional development

03 Ideal Candidates

- Bachelor’s degree or higher, must maintain student status during the internship

- Preferred majors: Finance, Economics, Accounting, Statistics, Mathematics, Information Management, Computer Science

- Prior experience in industry research, data analysis, consulting, or auditing is a plus; career interest in consulting

- Fluency in Mandarin and English (spoken and written)

- Responsible, team-oriented, able to work under pressure and overtime

- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/PPT); data analysis skills preferred

- Availability: 3–5 days/week, minimum 3-month commitment (long-term interns prioritized)

04 What You’ll Gain

- In-depth understanding of the consulting industry

- Access to cutting-edge industry and company research

- Hands-on training in analytical methods and case studies

- Mentor recommendation letter, exclusive referral opportunities, and background check support