FAQs
What is the duration of the internship?
Internships last between 8 to 12 weeks, depending on the team you join.
What is the location of the internship?
The internship is based in London, United Kingdom.
What are the expected start dates for the internship?
Start dates for placements are from April 2025.
What teams can I apply to for the internship?
You can apply to one of the following teams: Generalist (TMT, Consumer Goods, Financial Services, LTT, Industrials), Life Sciences, Transaction Services and Private Equity, or Data Science and Data Engineering.
Are internships available for all undergraduate students?
This opportunity is aimed at penultimate year students, with the exception of Life Sciences candidates.
What qualifications do I need to apply for the internship?
Candidates should have a strong academic background, including degree level study of 2:1 or higher, excellent communication skills, high percentile numerical and reasoning skills, and a strong interest in commercial strategy.
How do I apply for the internship?
You can submit your application highlighting your motivation for the team you choose, along with answering pre-screening questions.
Is prior consulting experience required to apply?
Exposure to consulting within a student society is not required, but you should be able to evidence your interest in commercial strategy in your application.
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 9am, Monday 27th of January.
Will there be interviews as part of the selection process?
Yes, if your application is progressed, there will be an online selection exercise followed by an HR interview and in-person case study interviews for top-performing candidates.
Can I apply to more than one team?
No, you may only apply to one team; applying to more than one will result in your application not being considered.
Will I receive feedback if my application is unsuccessful?
Due to the high volume of candidates, it is possible that you may not receive feedback or responses to questions before the application deadline.
Is there an opportunity for full-time positions after the internship?
Yes, internships are a primary route for recruiting entry-level Consultants, with the opportunity to continue your career with Simon-Kucher upon successful completion of the internship.