Graduate Analyst - Paid Intern | Fall 2026

Job description

***About the Role*** Karp Strategies is actively hiring a part-time Graduate Analyst to join our team for Fall 2026. This is a hands-on, client-integrated role for a graduate student who is excited about urban strategy and consulting, and ready to contribute from day one. Graduate Analysts play a meaningful role across client and internal projects, with work spanning research, writing, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and the creation of compelling client-facing materials. You won't be sitting on the sidelines: you'll be a real part of the team, engaged across many aspects of the consulting process. This role is a strong fit if you are excited about working at the intersection of economic development, urban planning, and community engagement; thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment; are comfortable with ambiguity and learning as you go; and share our commitment to growing stronger communities and thriving economies. We are looking for candidates who can commit 20–25 hours per week. We will prioritize candidates available for both fall and spring semesters, with the possibility to extend through the summer. Dependent on firm needs, there is potential for Graduate Analysts to transition to a full-time Analyst role upon graduation.