USA EY Parthenon Strategy & Execution Generalist Summer Consultant 2026

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USA - EY-Parthenon - Strategy & Execution - Generalist - Summer Consultant 2026
1645590
CA-Los Angeles, IL-Chicago, MA-Boston, NY-New York
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At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join EY and help to build a better working world.

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**USA – EY-Parthenon – Strategy & Execution - Generalist - Summer Consultant 2026**

**The opportunity**

EY-Parthenon’s (EYP) professionals work with clients to create social and economic value by helping them make better, more informed decisions about strategically managing capital and transactions in fast-changing markets.

Working in EYP is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to become a world-class business advisor to some of the largest and most prestigious companies in the world.

You will gain technical expertise, access to a variety of industries, holistic views of clients’ issues and strategic objectives, as well as deep knowledge and firsthand experience with the range of value-creating solutions we provide.

We believe that by helping companies manage their capital agenda and driving their competitive advantage, we’ll help them increase returns through improved decisions across all aspects of their capital agenda - and here you’ll be right at the heart of that mission.

**Your key responsibilities**

In this role, you will actively participate in project teams, tackling high-level strategic challenges, including corporate strategy and transaction execution.

The role offers a diverse experience, from formulating growth strategies to conducting due diligence and driving organizational change, providing a unique insight into the operations of renowned global brands.

As a Summer Consultant, you will develop work plans, conduct analyses, synthesize findings, and manage team members.

You will perform secondary research using various sources and execute different analyses such as customer segmentation and market sizing to inform strategic recommendations.

The role involves mastering new skills across industries, supporting client teams, and staying updated with industry trends to identify risks and opportunities.

You will also support financial analysis activities, including budget management and tracking, as well as review business plans and financial models to discern key drivers.

Lastly, you will be responsible for creating and delivering effective project plans for transaction strategy and execution.

**Skills and attributes for success**

To qualify for the role, you must have

+ A predicted MBA degree from a leading business school, or a breadth and depth of equivalent and relevant work and educational experience

+ Proficiency in the English language, including the ability to listen, understand, read and communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, in a professional environment

+ The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary.

In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs.

+ Access to reliable transportation to/from the EY office and client sites; a driver’s license is strongly recommended as ride share and public transportation options may not be available in all locations

**Ideally, you will have**

+ 2+ years of full-time experience exemplified through a record of achievement with previous employer(s)

+ Outstanding academic performance, including coursework relevant to the position, such as quantitative courses in finance, mathematics, business, economics, biologic sciences, computer science or engineering

+ A strong aptitude for quantitative and qualitative research and analysis

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word

+ The ability to conduct detailed analysis (using both client data and external information) on products, markets, competitors and customers to identify risks and opportunities

+ The ability to assess complex situations and business problems to formulate potential solutions for our clients

+ Knowledge of how to leverage firm-approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot

+ The ability and the confidence to establish meaningful relationships with clients and colleagues

+ Effective organization and time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines

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**What we offer you**
At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences.

We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.

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+ The hourly pay range for this job, in the US, is $3,500 per week.

Individual salaries are based on education, geographic location, and alignment to the market data.
+ If you join EY full time after your internship, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business.

In addition, our Total Rewards package for full time hires includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
+ Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model.

Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
+ Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances.

You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being

**We value your application**
• To make the most of your application experience,please limit yourself to two applications within a six-month period.
• Applications to EY are reviewed by a dedicated member of our early careers team.
• You may receive outreach from an EY Recruiter to discuss your application and interests.

**Are you ready to shape your future with confidence?

Apply today.**

To learn more about our anticipated application deadlines, please visit thislink (https://www.ey.com/us/application-review) .

For those living in California, please click here for additional information.

EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.

**EY** | Building a better working world

EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.

Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.

EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions.

Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.

EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities.

If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com .

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