Data & AI - Strategy Internship

Do you want to combine strategy with data & AI to inform client business model development and drive positive change? Do you have strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and a passion for human-centered innovation? Are you looking for an internship where you play an active role in formulating a vision on the latest digital developments? Accenture offers a full-time graduation internship for 5-9 months, depending on the duration of your graduation project. Whether you already have a topic in mind or are still thinking of one, we are eager to work with you to further develop a topic that best matches your interests., Who you are:

· You are currently a master's student enrolled at a Dutch university for the entire duration of your internship.

· You are nearing the completion of your master's degree at university and are looking to write a thesis in your field of interest at a company, with growth opportunities in the future.

· You are analytically strong and can solve complex problems or obtain strategic insights in a data-driven manner.

· You have a background in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science Business Information Management, Strategic Management, Econometrics, Business Analytics, or a similar field.

· You have demonstrable affinity and/or experience with trends and developments in data, Generative AI, Machine Learning techniques., etc.

· You are fluent in English, both spoken and written.

Bonus Points:

· You have participated in extracurricular activities such as a board year, committee, or internship.

· You have some experience with (strategy) consulting.

· You are a team player with excellent communication skills; you are professional and precise.

· You can work independently and have a hands-on mentality; you are creative and take responsibility.

Being an intern in our Data & AI team means we will shape your internship together. We're interested in exploring new strategies and techniques for our clients, such as defining a (Gen) AI strategy, developing AI-driven business and operating models, managing change from introducing data & AI products, defining Responsible AI practices, and developing business case for AI. The thesis possibilities are endless, and we're excited to brainstorm with you to find a topic that best matches your interests. Some examples of previous graduation projects within Data & AI include: · Defining a maturity framework and assessment for Data Mesh at multinational companies · What are the key driving factors of AI-based innovation in organizations across sectors? So, what does a "day in the life of a Data & AI intern" look like? While we expect you to be independent and take the initiative in shaping your daily activities, these will include, among other things: · In the case of a graduation internship: writing your thesis at our office. You will have access to all Accenture resources for background information, and the opportunity to talk with our colleagues who are happy to discuss your thesis topics with you. · Have the opportunity to get hands-on experience as a consultant by supporting on client projects · Expanding your network and knowledge by attending team meetings, events, mentor sessions, trainings, guest lectures, and one-on-one coffee chats. In all our internships, we offer you the opportunity to orient and develop yourself, build relationships, and gain insight into what it is like to work as a consultant. As an employer, we will be as flexible as possible to support your work as well as academic needs, and we are happy to help you kickstart your career. Therefore, during our recruitment process, we are interested in your academic interests, as well as your motivation for (potentially) working at Accenture. At the end of your internship, you will present the results of your thesis or the experience you gained during your work internship at one of our team meetings. We consider this internship as the ideal opportunity to see if there is a match on both sides for a permanent position after completing your time as an intern. As one of our analysts (junior consultant) says: "I started my graduation internship at Accenture three years ago and began a permanent position immediately after graduating. For me, it was a great way to write my thesis while also getting in touch with various clients and seeing the kind of work Accenture does, but also to see if I would like to work for this company!" 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