ZS

intern

June - September 2023 • Evanston, IL

What I liked

The HR team was very organized and coordinated a very smooth onboarding and offboarding experience. The teams and mentors at ZS are all very easy to communicate with and open to talking about their experience. The intern salary is competitive and the office staff are very helpful.

What I wish was different

Advice

Take the time to talk to as many people as you can if you are interested in what they are doing. Everyone at this firm are open to chatting with interns and you can learn many valuable insights about the work, the firm, and people.

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Strategy Insights & Planning Associate Intern

June - September 2023 • Chicago, IL

What I liked

The best thing about working for ZS was the people, but the second best thing was getting to have direct impact on client projects. Everyone I met at ZS were not only kind and supportive, but also very smart and interesting people. The variety of office events throughout the summer allowed me to meet ZSers outside of my project space and forge genuine friendships with the other interns. My two awesome teams I worked with put tremendous effort into my professional and personal development and allowed me to work directly on deliverables, even if it was at the expense of the project taking a bit longer. At the conclusion of my internship, I have grown immensely due to the efforts of my teams.

What I wish was different

I do wish that the number of people in-person in the office was a bit more balanced (office was very busy Tuesday-Thursday but fairly empty Mon/Fri) but I know that this varies for different offices. This wasn't a huge deal, but it could've been nice to be able to see more coworkers these days!

Advice

Don't be afraid to voice opinions. About 1/3 way through my internship, the associate I was working with told me that I was vocalizing good ideas to her, but seemed to keep them from my project leaders. I was nervous that I wasn't "qualified" to be having strong opinions, but once I started expressing my thoughts and ideas to my project leaders, I was given more responsibility and ownership over projects.

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Strategy Insights and Planning Associate

June - August 2023 • Boston, MA

What I liked

It was an inclusive culture that pushed me to grow. I felt like I was contributing meaningfully to your projects.

What I wish was different

There were very few intern-focused events, which could have helped form a more cohesive intern group.

Advice

You have to be willing to work hard and be okay with making mistakes. Make an effort to get to know people around the office.

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Business Technology solutions Associate Consultant Intern

June - August 2023 • Bethesda, MD

What I liked

The culture, friendly environment, and lot of business use cases to learn.

What I wish was different

I enjoyed and achieved more than I expected.

Advice

definitely recommended to work at ZS Associate if the candidate is interested in healthcare and data related challenges.

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Decision Analytics Associate

June - August 2023 • Evanston, IL

What I liked

Good company culture - people are smart, teams collaborate effectively, most people aren't egotistical. Intern program is strong - lots of social events, points of contact, and interns take on significant responsibility.

What I wish was different

"Decision Analytics" position was not very technical,

Advice

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Software Developer Intern

June - August 2023 • Evanston, IL

What I liked

During the enriching period of June to August 2023, I worked as a Software Developer Associate at ZS. My tenure within the esteemed ZAIDYN team proved to be an exceptional experience that not only met but exceeded my expectations. Tasked with the creation of cutting-edge applications, the ZAIDYN team proved to be a collective of approachable and forward-thinking individuals. Collaborating within this environment, I had the honor of contributing to a remarkable project that provided me with a comprehensive perspective of end-to-end project implementation. The opportunity to undertake independent projects, thereby gaining valuable hands-on exposure to both frontend and backend development, alongside the intricacies of database design was remarkable. Notably, the independent component I crafted was strategically designed for integration across diverse ZAIDYN platforms which was truly exceptional. Regular interactions, including demonstration sessions with team leads and esteemed directors, proved instrumental in honing my presentation skills and cultivating a robust professional network. The commitment of ZS personnel to support and uplift one another is unparalleled, creating an atmosphere of belonging that is truly exceptional.

What I wish was different

Advice

For those aspiring to align their career with a company where individual contributions reverberate on a larger scale, ZS stands as the ideal choice. In retrospect, my ZS internship stands as a transformative chapter, one that has not only equipped me with tangible skills but has also enriched my perspective on the immense potential of collaborative innovation. ZS: Where Professionalism Meets Purpose.

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Decision Analytics Associate Intern

June - August 2021 • Philadelphia, PA

What I liked

Great virtual social events for interns such as Ice Cream Social, Comedy Show, and Talent Show. I also learned a lot about Tableau and data visualization through my summer-long project. This internship solidified my interest in consulting and encouraged me to pursue consulting post-graduation.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Strategy Analyst

June - September 2021 • San Francisco, CA

What I liked

Really caring firm and people. Projects are more data analytical driven. Overall, great experience.

What I wish was different

I would have preferred in-person, but it wasn't possible.

Advice

Be active in reaching out, people are more than willing to help!

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Strategy Insights and Planning Associate Intern

June - August 2019 • Princeton, NJ

What I liked

Exposure to client and doing impactful consulting work

What I wish was different

More exposure to different practices within the firm

Advice

Brush up on Excel skills before starting internship or full-time!

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Market Research Assistant

June 2018 • Philadelphia, PA

What I liked

I'm able to use a lot of the practical skills I learned in undergrad when I did research with one of my sociology professors. I'm also able to apply knowledge that I learned in my major and minor to real world situations. The company is really great and offers flexible hours and I can work remote often.