Job description
Kearney Foresight is a global team combining advisory services and think tanks. As a foresight intern at Kearney, you will support teams that help clients anticipate change, explore emerging opportunities, and make resilient long-term decisions. You will contribute to research and analysis on macro trends, emerging technologies, evolving customer behaviors, new business models, and geopolitical and societal shifts, translating signals of change into clear implications for clients.
Working alongside strategists, consultants, designers, and subject-matter experts, you will gain hands-on experience with strategic foresight methods such as horizon scanning, trend analysis, scenario planning, and backcasting. In an open, agile, and collaborative environment, you will be encouraged to bring your perspective, test ideas, and help build a future that works for everyone, everywhere—as a Kearney Original.
Key responsibilities
This is a client-facing role, not a research-only position.
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Conduct desk research and horizon scanning to identify emerging trends, weak signals, uncertainties, and potential disruptions across industries and markets.
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Analyze qualitative and quantitative information, synthesize findings, and assess the potential relevance and impact of changes for clients.
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Support the development of trend frameworks, future scenarios, opportunity spaces, and strategic implications for client teams.
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Create clear, engaging outputs—including presentations, reports, case studies, and visual materials—that communicate complex ideas simply.
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Contribute to foresight workshops, thought leadership, knowledge-building initiatives, and other firm-building activities.
Who you are
Foresight is fundamentally about making connections—between signals, trends, systems, technologies, human behavior, and business decisions. That’s why we look for collaborative, insightful, and inquisitive problem-solvers who challenge assumptions, are comfortable exploring multiple possible futures, and are always unapologetically themselves.
We want to hear from you if you are:
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Curious about how the world and Europe are is changing and eager to investigate what those changes could mean
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A strong researcher who can identify credible sources, recognize patterns, and synthesize information
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Comfortable with ambiguity, open-ended questions, and developing ideas through iteration
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A clear communicator with strong writing, presentation, and collaboration skills
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Currently pursuing an undergraduate or master’s degree in a relevant field, such as business, economics, social sciences, design, technology, data, public policy, or a related discipline
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Fluent in English and the local language, if applicable
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Confident using digital research and productivity tools; experience with data analysis, visualization, or design tools is a plus
What we can offer you
As a foresight intern, you will have the opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues, contribute to meaningful work, and develop practical skills that will support your future career. The internship experience may include:
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Mentorship and regular feedback from experienced consultants and foresight practitioners
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Hands-on exposure to strategic foresight methods, client challenges, and multidisciplinary project teams
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Structured and on-the-job learning and development opportunities
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An inclusive, collaborative environment and opportunities to build your professional network
Read more about our benefits and how you can make your mark, your way at Kearney.com/careers.
Apply now
Submit your cover letter and CV via our website.
Interview process
The process includes an introductory HR call followed by two interviews. Candidates will have virtual first-round interviews. Final-round interviews will be held. If you are invited to first-round interviews, you will receive a notice from a Kearney recruiter to schedule your interview.
Equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination
Kearney prides itself on providing a culture where our employees belong and thrive equally, which means our people feel comfort, confidence, and joy as they do great things for our firm, our colleagues, and our clients. That’s why Kearney is committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive environment. Kearney is an equal opportunity employer; we recruit, hire, train, promote, develop, and provide other conditions of employment without regard to a person’s gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences consistent with applicable laws. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. We encourage everyone to apply, including those who may not feel historically represented in consulting.
