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About the Role

CRA’s Life Sciences Practice helps pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical devices and digital health companies achieve optimum performance across key aspects of their business. This internship offers a unique opportunity to develop knowledge of global healthcare, working on high-impact challenges in life sciences and mirroring the analyst experience.

Responsibilities

Work closely with senior colleagues on strategy and policy projects that address real client needs.
Conduct research and analyze both qualitative insights and quantitative data.
Contribute ideas to team discussions and see how analysis feeds into client deliverables.
Attend client meetings and expert interviews, gaining exposure to real-world stakeholder perspectives.
Draft sections of reports, presentations, and Excel models, supported by senior team members.
Develop knowledge of the life sciences industry and consulting methodologies.
Take part in training and practice-building activities.

Requirements

Penultimate year or final year Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree candidates with strong academic performance from a top-tier institution (minimum 2:1).
Focused study in biological sciences, economics (or related subjects including business, health economics and policy, public policy), physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, engineering, or other STEM discipline.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel).
Understanding of how to conduct internet research.
Proficiency using and analyzing quantitative data to answer questions.
Experience with, or keen interest in, Life Sciences industry and healthcare.
Understanding of economic concepts and business processes.
Familiarity with essential consulting methodologies, tools and techniques.
Effective written and oral communication and presentation skills.
Strong self-management (detail orientation, effective time management, ability to prioritize).
Demonstrated high level of initiative and leadership.
Excellent teamwork and collaboration capabilities.
Clear and demonstrated interest in consulting through coursework, work experience, activities, or attendance at CRA recruiting events.
Willingness and ability to undertake occasional travel to clients if required.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel)
Internet research
Quantitative data analysis
Economic concepts
Business processes
Consulting methodologies, tools and techniques
Written communication
Oral communication
Presentation skills
Self-management
Time management
Prioritization
Initiative
Leadership
Teamwork
Collaboration

Location

United States
UK
Europe

Work Type

Internship
Hybrid

Experience Level

Intern

Education Level

Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
PhD degree

Benefits

Professional Development Manager
Onboarding buddy
Regular feedback from project managers
Technical training
Presentation skills training
Internal seminars
Performance coaching
Wellness programming

About the Company

Charles River Associates is a leading global consulting firm that provides economic, financial, and business management expertise to major law firms, corporations and governments around the world.
CRA advises clients on economic and financial matters pertaining to litigation and regulatory proceedings, and guides corporations through critical business strategy and performance-related issues.
Since 1965, clients have engaged CRA for its combination of industry experience and rigorous, fact-based analysis that provide clients with clear, implementable solutions to complex business concerns.

Equal Opportunity

Charles River Associates is an Equality Act 2010 employer.
As part of our focus on equity and inclusion, we work to ensure a fair and consistent hiring process.
We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.