Description

Public Sector Summer 2026 Associate (Graduate Intern)

A& M Public Sector Services

Only hiring into these locations - Washington DC or Seattle, Washington

Alvarez & Marsal Public Sector Services is seeking 2026 Summer Associates (Graduate Interns) to work with members of our project teams that deliver exceptional results for our clients. Summer Associates will join a client service team and contribute to workstreams to help solve some of the most pressing challenges our clients face. The work will combine research, analyzing data, conducting interviews, and brainstorming to generate fresh insights and deliver solutions that matter. Our Summer Associates will be involved in assessing the client's current situation; building financial models; analyzing data designing solutions involving people, process, and technology dimensions; and creating and implementing action plans that drive lasting change. Candidates must be highly motivated, eager to contribute and learn, able to meet deadlines, and adaptable to various assignments, systems, and tools. Some travel may be required.

Start Season & Year: Summer 2026

Earliest Graduation Date: December 2026

Latest Graduation Date: June 2027

Alvarez & Marsal (A& M) is a leading independent global professional services firm, specializing in providing turnaround management, performance improvement and corporate advisory services, and Public Sector Services. With approximately 11, 000 professionals based in locations across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America, our firm excels in problem-solving and value creation. Drawing on a strong operational heritage and hands-on approach, our professionals work closely with organizations and stakeholders to help tackle complex business issues and maximize value.

Since 2003, Alvarez & Marsal Public Sector Services (PSS) has helped government, education, and non-profit clients identify new ways to overcome challenges and implement sustainable change - pioneering a progressive, pragmatic, and forward-looking approach based on our experience applying operational and financial improvement principles in the private sector to address the unique challenges facing public sector organizations. Working directly with leadership, PSS helps stabilize financial and operational performance by developing and implementing comprehensive efficiency, operational, and organizational improvements.

Our Public Sector professionals:

• Improve public services, expanding and improving the constituent experience
• Manage crises, stabilizing and transforming government agencies
• Support financial management and innovation, enabling agencies to make critical investments
• Identify and implement operational improvements, modernizing and streamlining operations
• Guide transformation and innovation initiatives to unlock opportunities for improved constituent services at lower cost

Qualifications

A& M PSS is seeking intern applicants for a Summer 2026 Associate Program (Graduate Intern) based in Washington, DC and Seattle, WA. The program lasts 8-10 weeks and typically begins in early June and ends in early/mid-August (dates will be provided upon candidate's selection with an expectation of full participation)

• Required: Currently working toward graduate degree with the intention to graduate Winter 2026 or Spring 2027; Master of Business Administration, Master of Public Administration, Master of Public Policy preferred
• Required: 3+ years of total work experience; prior full-time or internship work experience in financial management, government operations, and/or consulting
• Demonstrates academic excellence
• Demonstrated proficiency with most or all of the following:
  • Possess excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills - structuring and organizing ambiguous problems, tasks, and information
  • Extract useful information from large sets of unorganized or incomplete data, including financial performance data.
  • Experience with accounting, budgeting and forecasting, and/or financial modeling
  • Communicate effectively in written and verbal form, contributing to decision making based on data, facts, and logical reasoning
  • Use Excel and other MS Office programs as the primary tool to perform analysis and present conclusions
  • Able to contextualize tasks within a baseline understanding of macro issues concerning K-12 education, higher education, workforce development, state & local governance, and/or health services.
  • Able to demonstrate thoughtfulness, objectivity, professionalism, and empathy in all aspects of work
  • Able to work independently, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks concurrently
  • Willing to travel up to 80%

Your Journey at A& M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A& M. The possibilities are endless for high performing and passionate professionals.

At Alvarez & Marsal, inclusive diversity is a core value, and we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align with the qualifications in the job description, please reach out to your campus recruiter directly cpicampusrecruiting@alvarezandmarsal.com.

A& M PSS does not hire individuals who require sponsorship (H1-B, J-1, O-1, etc.) now or in the future. In addition, as part of our application process you will be subject to a pre-employment and reference investigation.

Interns are not eligible to participate in Alvarez & Marsal's fringe benefits programs. Click here for more information regarding A& M's benefits program.

The hourly range is $45.00 to $55.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.

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