University Internship; MBA), Strategy & Performance

University Internship (MBA), Strategy & Performance

and the job listing Expires on March 18, 2026

Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth.

Practice Overview:

Strategy & Performance provides expertise leading transformation initiatives for large and small organizations in a variety of industries. With specializations in project management, change management, business analysis, and strategic visioning, we drive change across people, culture, process, operations, and technology.

Role Overview:

Become a member the Ankura Strategy & Performance consulting team and gain first-hand professional experience within a top-tier global management consulting firm. As part of our internship cohort, you will have the opportunity to sharpen your business acumen, broaden your professional network, and apply your knowledge to solve complex business problems.

As a Strategy & Performance intern, you will collaborate with experienced consultants who share your commitment to continuous learning. Together, you will have the opportunity to apply your curiosity and analytical mindset to create customized solutions for the complicated business needs that our clients face every day.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to team success and participate in various roles as needed within a dynamic, collaborative environment
• Facilitate small and large group meetings, communicating effectively and regularly with all project stakeholders
• Develop and maintain project documentation, such as project plans, status reports, meeting agendas, and decision logs
• Conduct relevant research and analysis, and synthesize findings into compelling conclusions and recommendations
• Create high-quality deliverables that leverage qualitative, quantitative, and visual elements

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a graduate degree in business (MBA preferred) with a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher and an expected graduation date between December 2026 and August 2027.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office tools, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio, with demonstrated ability to efficiently produce crisp, professional documents
• Familiarity with project management, change management, or product management is a plus
• Experience or education in information systems is a plus
• This will be an in-office position in Nashville. Candidates must have the ability to be based in Nashville for the summer and an interest in being based in Nashville long-term for potential full-time conversion opportunities.
• Please note that this role requires permanent authorization to work in the U.S. (i.e. U.S. citizen or permanent resident). Internships and full-time University Associate roles are not eligible for U.S. immigration sponsorship, work visa or any other temporary work authorization (i.e. OPT, CPT).

Ankura is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. A reasonable estimate of the current payrate for this internship is: $ 40/hr.

About Ankura

Ankura is an expert services firm defined by HOW we solve challenges. We design, develop, and execute tailored solutions for our clients by assembling the right combination of expertise. We build on this experience with every case, client, and situation, collaborating to create innovative, customized solutions, and strategies designed for today’s ever-changing business environment. At Ankura, we know that collaboration drives results.

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