Analyst Externship (Part Time, On-site, for Howard Students Only) U.S. Office

Application Deadline: August 14th 2026

Matters Graph is a strategy consultancy built around a single objective: to deliver superb evidence-based advice to help our clients acquire and build stronger businesses. Our clients are investment professionals and operating executives at top-tier Private Equity firms as well as Corporate Development M&A and Strategy leaders and C-suite Leaders from the largest global corporations.

Who is Matters Graph

Matters Graph employs best-practice methods to develop and pressure test investment theses and help clients build deploy and oversee effective value generation plans:

• Matters Graph is a business strategy consulting firm specializing in growth strategy and transaction (M&A) support
• We partner with private equity firms Fortune 500 companies and growth-stage businesses to answer high-stakes strategic questions
• Our team brings rigorous research structured analysis and clear storytelling to help clients make confident data-driven decisions
• We pride ourselves on a collaborative entrepreneurial culture where team members contribute from day one
• Located in DuPont Circle Washington DC Matters Graph combines a local presence with national and global client reach
• Externs and associates alike are exposed to a broad range of industries from healthcare and technology to consumer goods and industrials
• We emphasize professional development mentorship and hands-on learning ensuring our team grows alongside the firm
• At Matters Graph we value intellectual curiosity humility and impact making us an exciting place to launch or explore a career in consulting
  

Am I a good candidate

Applications for this Externship are competitive. We are seeking candidates who have or meet the following:

• You must be currently enrolled in good standing with a partner educational institution. Currently this is limited to Howard University students only (there are no Degree- or Program-specific limitations)
  
  
• A track record of academic excellence including a bachelors degree from a leading institution
• A deep passion for business and outstanding intellectual curiosity
• Strong qualitative and quantitative analysis skills
• Great team working abilities with a positive and collaborative mind-set
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• A desire to build a long-term career as a professional consultant
• Fluency in English with strong verbal and written communication skills with additional languages also beneficial
• Authorization to work in the USA

What does this Externship offer

Our goal is to ensure that this position is a win-win for Matters Graph and Externship Participants (students). If selected to participate in the Externship you will receive training and then be assigned to a specificlive client engagement. We expect this experience to be both client-value-adding and immensely educational and skills-building for you. While the day-to-day tasks will differ depending on the phase and needs of an individual engagement the externship overall will offer:

• Hands-on consulting experience:Work alongside Matters Graph Consultants on real client projects gaining direct exposure to strategy and analysis in practice
• Mentorship and learning:Be paired with a dedicated Consultant mentor who will guide your development and share insights into a consulting career
• Skill building: Strengthen analytical research and communication skills that will serve you in consulting and beyond
• Professional exposure: Build your resume with meaningful project-based work at a boutique consulting firm in the heart of Washington DC
• Flexibility for students: Balance academics and professional experience with 20 hours per week and flexibility during exam-heavy periods

What are the responsibilities of an Externship participant

• Commit to approximately 20 hours per week on-site at Matters Graphs DuPont Circle office (with schedule flexibility around academic exam periods)
  
• Partner directly with a Matters Graph Consultant providing day-to-day support on active engagements and gaining exposure to the consulting process through mentorship and shadowing opportunities
  
• Take on a mix of administrative and project-support responsibilities (e.g. scheduling materials prep documentation) which may be more routine than full-time Associate duties and are designed to build a strong foundation for future consulting roles
  
• Support client engagement teams with business strategy market analysis and problem-solving research
  
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis to inform consulting projects and deliver data-driven insights
  
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas to solve complex client challenges
  
• Research industries competitors and emerging trends to support strategic recommendations
  
• Engage in professional development by learning consulting frameworks structured problem solving and client communication best practices
  
• Collaborate with associates managers and partners to gain exposure to the consulting workflow from scoping to delivery
  
• Uphold professionalism confidentiality and Matters Graphs values while working in a fast-paced client-focused environment
  

How long does the Externship last

• The position is planned to be a rotating semester position though strong performers may be invited to continue in subsequent semesters
• We are still determining the size of each Externship cycle group but expect between 2 to 3 participants at a time

Apply through completing this online form. As noted the Externship is competitive and Matters Graph has a robust screening process including a resume screen; interview that combines a shortened consulting case and behavioral assessment; a set of online assessments; a unique M&A-specific case; and finally an on-site super-day and orientation. Our promise: you will learn about yourself and grow as a professional through the application process let alone the immense learning available to those selected as Analysts. We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to Matters Graph!

Required Experience:

Junior IC