Consulting Intern at Propeller in Denver, CO

Location: Denver, Portland, or San Francisco (in-person)

Duration: 10–12 weeks (June - August 2026)

Hours: 20–30 hours per week

Compensation: $25/hour

Application Deadline: May 5, 2026

 

Who We Are

Propeller is a people-focused management consulting firm that helps organizations accelerate transformation and move forward faster. We work with clients to solve complex problems, clear hurdles, and bring transformation to life—building the momentum needed to make change stick with solutions that are right-sized, scalable, and built to last.

Our teams bring a mix of strategic thinking and practical know-how across strategy, enterprise technology, and organizational effectiveness. We collaborate closely with clients, adapt quickly to their needs, and show up ready to do the work together.

Our clients are typically large and mid-sized organizations in the retail, technology, public sector, and energy and utility industries. These are the spaces where we drive the most impact, but our experience spans many others. We have offices in Portland, San Francisco, and Denver, and work with clients across the country.

Propeller may be the place for you if you're energized by solving hard problems, guiding leaders and teams through change, and making progress that sticks. You're curious, collaborative, and resilient—with the grit to keep moving forward, even when the path is ambiguous, and the answers aren’t clear.

 

About the Program

Our Summer Internship Program offers undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience inside a growing consulting firm. This program is intentionally designed for individuals within the extended Propeller network who are interested in exploring careers in consulting and business. Over the course of 10–12 weeks, interns will contribute to meaningful work, build foundational business skills, and gain exposure to the consulting industry and client service environment.

What You’ll Do

Interns will support key internal functions that drive our business, which may include:

• Assisting with marketing initiatives (content development, campaign support, event coordination)
• Conducting market and industry research to inform business development and client work
• Supporting business operations and internal projects
• Helping prepare materials such as presentations, reports, and internal communications
• Collaborating with team members across different functions and offices

Projects and responsibilities will vary based on business needs and individual interests.

 

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to the consulting industry and how firms operate
• Experience working in a professional, team-based environment
• Opportunities to build skills in research, communication, and problem-solving
• Mentorship and connection with professionals across the firm

Who You Are

• Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student
• Strong communicator with attention to detail
• Curious, proactive, and eager to learn
• Able to manage multiple tasks and work collaboratively
• Interest in consulting, business operations, or related fields

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