Business Technology Advisory Consulting Intern

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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Our management consulting team focuses on our clients’ critical business needs. Within the Business Technology Advisory team, we help commercial industry clients evaluate, select, implement, and improve enterprise software and related business technology solutions. Our work connects business process improvement, technology strategy, and practical implementation support to help clients make confident, value-driven technology decisions.

Your role.
You will be an integral member of the Business Technology Advisory team, working alongside experienced advisors who help clients navigate enterprise software and business technology initiatives. You can look forward to a broad range of projects that deepen your understanding of business operations, technology-enabled process improvement, and client service across a variety of industries. Your experience may include, but will not be limited to:

• Performing business analysis activities, including supporting client interviews, documenting business processes, identifying technology needs, and helping translate business requirements into practical enterprise software recommendations.
• Supporting enterprise software assessment and roadmap projects by helping evaluate current-state applications, process gaps, improvement opportunities, and future-state technology options.
• Assisting with enterprise software selection efforts, including research on vendor solutions, request for proposal support, proposal analysis, vendor demonstration preparation, and client decision-making deliverables.
• Supporting implementation advisory projects by helping track project activities, document risks and issues, organize project materials, and assist with change management, training, testing, or process documentation needs.
• Participating in strategic research projects related to enterprise technology, operational improvement, and emerging business technology trends.
• Developing industry knowledge across manufacturing and distribution, industrial and business services, medical devices, construction & related industries, private equity, and other commercial industry sectors.
• Building professional relationships with clients and team members while participating in networking, practice development, and business development activities.

The qualifications.

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Information Technology Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Passion for learning how businesses operate and how enterprise technology can improve processes, decision-making, and performance.
• Detail-oriented, responsible, and reliable, with a demonstrated commitment to quality and follow-through.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, project coordination, facilitation, and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly with team members, business users, technical professionals, and client leaders.
• Ability to manage multiple client and internal priorities while staying organized, responsive, and accountable.
• Academic success, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Previous experience in a customer-facing, team-based, technology, operations, or business analysis role preferred.
• Foundational knowledge of information technology, enterprise cloud-based applications, business process design, supply chain, accounting, finance, or operations preferred.
• This internship program is designed for students currently pursuing a degree and planning to return to school following the internship. Candidates who will complete their degree requirements before or during the internship are encouraged to apply for our entry-level opportunities.

What makes us different?

On the surface, we’re one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll see what makes us different: we’re a relatively jerk-free firm (hey, nobody ‘s perfect) with a world-class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” and an endless array of opportunities.  At Plante Moran, diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities. So, what are you waiting for? Apply now.

Plante Moran enjoys a “Workplace for Your Day” model which, simply put, means we strive for flexibility and balance while staying true to our principally in-person model. We believe that face-to-face interactions are paramount for individual and collective development, but also encourage individuals to work with their supervisor and team to determine their optimal working environment each day.   

Plante Moran is committed to a diverse workplace. We strive to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued. We believe that each person’s ultimate potential begins with first acknowledging their inherent dignity. When we can recognize — and celebrate — our many human differences, we’re able to create a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and an opportunity to succeed. This allows us to attract and retain the best talent, serve clients through diverse thinking, and better represent and support the various communities in which we live and work. Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Plante Moran maintains a drug-free workplace. 

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of interest in our positions, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, with the exception of qualified candidates who are bilingual in either Japanese and English or Chinese and English. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Plante Moran.    
 

The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive.

We are pleased to offer eligible staff a robust benefits package. Eligibility and contribution requirements for some of these benefits vary based on the number of hours staff work per week. Highlights include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. In addition to this, eligible staff are able to take advantage of our Flexible Time Off and various pre-determined holidays, as well as a 401(k) plan, flexible benefits plans, business-related travel expense, lodging, and meal reimbursement for business-related use. A pension plan is also available for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff. A discretionary bonus plan is available for eligible staff. Plante Moran also offers some contingent staff positions the option to elect health insurance in addition to limited paid sick time.

The compensation range reflects the base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this position across our offices in the following regions: CO, IL, OH, and MA. Please review the position description for the applicable geographic location. Generally, experienced hires are not hired at or near the maximum salary range, as compensation decisions take into account a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to: responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. For early career roles, including campus hires, we offer standardized, market-based starting salaries among individuals within the same hiring group. This approach ensures fairness and reflects current industry benchmarks for entry-level talent.

Under Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act, you have the right to redact, from any documents that you submit in connection with your application, information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Should you wish to exercise your right to redact such information, please redact it prior to submitting documentation.

The compensation range for this role in CO, IL, OH, and MA is: $33.00 - $36.00