Sustainability - Capital Projects & Infrastructure Senior Associate Intern - Summer 2026 Save for Later Remove job

At PwC, our people in operations consulting specialise in providing consulting services on optimising operational efficiency and effectiveness. These individuals analyse client needs, develop operational strategies, and offer guidance and support to help clients streamline processes, improve productivity, and drive business performance. Those in capital programmes excellence at PwC will specialise in providing consulting services focused on optimising capital programmes and projects. You will work closely with clients to analyse project needs, develop strategies for efficient project delivery, and offer guidance and support to help clients enhance project management practices, mitigate risks, and achieve successful outcomes.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

The Opportunity

As a Sustainability - Capital Projects & Infrastructure Senior Associate Intern, you will engage in projects that focus on sustainability and infrastructure, gaining exposure to PwC's practices while contributing to the success of our client support initiatives. As an Intern, you will support teams by participating in projects, performing basic tasks, and conducting research to enhance your understanding of professional work environments. This role emphasizes learning and gaining exposure to PwC methodologies, allowing you to develop your personal brand and professional skills.

In this role at PwC, you will have the opportunity to apply your communication skills to effectively convey ideas to diverse audiences. You will be encouraged to ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for our clients. This experience will provide you with a foundation to build commercial awareness and understand how the business operates, setting the stage for future opportunities within the firm.

Responsibilities

- Supporting teams in the execution of capital projects and infrastructure initiatives
- Participating in project management activities, including project controls and governance
- Conducting operational analysis to enhance project performance and delivery
- Assisting in the preparation of project performance reports and budgetary management
- Engaging in business process improvement and consulting to optimize operational effectiveness
- Utilizing data analysis and interpretation skills to inform project decisions
- Applying analytical thinking to assess business performance metrics and identify improvement opportunities
- Collaborating with team members to develop and implement project management frameworks
- Observing and learning from experienced professionals to gain exposure to industry practices
- Contributing to the development of service delivery models and operational strategies

What You Must Have

- Currently pursuing or have completed a Master of Business Administration degree
- At least 3 years of experience
- Client service Senior Associate intern positions are intended for job seekers who are in their first year year of a two-year MBA program at the time of application

- Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
- Demonstrating proficiency in data analysis and interpretation
- Utilizing budgetary management skills for project optimization
- Applying operational analysis to enhance project performance
- Excelling in active listening and teamwork
- Embracing change and fostering operational excellence
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PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy:

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. 

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.

The annual salary range for this position is $84,000 - $202,000 and will be prorated for the time of employment. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications, location and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: