Summer Consultant

Washington, DC, DC Internship Consulting Services Posted 08/07/2026

Bates White is a boutique consulting firm based in Washington, DC. Recognized as a top workplace, the firm provides advanced economic, financial, and econometric analysis to law firms, companies, and government agencies. Our Summer Consultants analyze data and conduct research to develop rigorous, high-quality analyses and reports for our clients. Through our supportive, collaborative, and collegial culture, we invest in our talent and provide opportunities for career advancement.

We are proud to have been consistently ranked the #1 best consulting internship by Vault Guide to the Top 50 Consulting Firms in 2026. We have also been listed as a top consulting firm by Management Consulted and names one of the Top Workplaces in the Washington, DC area for the 11th consecutive year by WTOP News. If you’re looking for an internship where you’ll perform meaningful work alongside bright and driven colleagues (and have fun along the way!),

read below to discover how you could be part of our 2027 Summer Consultant Program (SCP).

• Analyze large quantities of data using programs such as Stata, R, Python, SQL, and Excel.
• Conduct industry research, review legal documents, and synthesize relevant information.
• Communicate results through data visualization, reports, and presentations.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues at all levels and backgrounds, from Consultants to PhD Economists and Partners.
• Develop technical skills (R, Stata, Excel) and soft skills through intensive trainings.
• Participate in a case study.
• Organize a firmwide event to raise money for a nonprofit of your choice.
• Develop valuable connections and career guidance though our Speaker Series with senior leadership, career path panel, practice-area lunch‑and‑learns, and more.
• Enjoy numerous social events such as dinners, outings in DC, including sporting events, a casino night, and more.

Learn more about the Summer Consultant experience here:

We seek individuals who are motivated by intellectually stimulating work, are driven and excited to learn, and exude strong teamwork and leadership skills.

• Are pursuing an undergraduate degree (required). A technical background (e.g., economics, finance, computer science, engineering, etc.) is helpful but not required. All majors accepted.
• Will graduate between December 2027 and spring 2028.
• Have an aptitude for numbers and an interest in programming and analysis. Experience with Stata, R, or a similar programming language is helpful, but not required.
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and enjoy working in a team‑oriented environment.
• Thrive in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Demonstrate independence, tenacity, self‑confidence, and creativity.
• Can legally work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
  
  Note:
  
  Candidates who will rely upon CPT or OPT for work authorization as Summer Consultants and will need future visa sponsorship by Bates White if offered a role as a Consultant are discouraged from applying for the Summer Consultant Program. Bates White does not provide work visa sponsorship for incoming Consultants.

• Competitive compensation—$37.00 hourly pay rate and a sign‑on bonus. To learn more about benefits offered by the firm to regular full‑time or part‑time employees, .
  
  Please note:
  
  Summer Consultants are considered seasonal employees and are offered limited benefits required by law.
• Fun and engaging culture including frequent social events such as Summer Consultant outings, practice‑area happy hours, and firmwide celebrations.
• Team‑based approach to client work…