2027 Data & Analytics Consultant

2027 Data & Analytics ConsultantWest Monroe Chicago, ILLaunch your consulting journey with West MonroeWest Monroe is seeking entry-level Consultants to join our Data & Analytics team aligned to our Technology & Experience (TechEx) Practice. As businesses accumulate vast amounts of data, the challenge lies in extracting actionable insights that drive growth and operational efficiency. Our Data and Analytics Consultants play a crucial role in helping clients unlock the full potential of their data through advanced analytics, data science, and data engineering. As a Data & Analytics Consultant, you will combine business acumen with technical problem-solving skills to deliver impactful solutions. This role requires an understanding of business processes, data analysis capabilities, and proficiency in data structures, querying, and programming languages like SQL, Python, PySpark, or R.Primary Responsibilities Functional Responsibilities:Collaborate with client executives and team members to understand organizational needs and recommend appropriate data-driven solutions.Work closely with West Monroe project team members to deliver valuable outcomes.Own and complete project tasks under management guidance.Evaluate and document client business processes and requirements.Develop and test investment hypotheses using data science methodologies to drive actionable insights.Assist in the creation of detailed business cases and strategic recommendations.Technical Responsibilities:Utilize database development and scripting skills, including SQL, Python, PySpark, and R, for data manipulation and analysis.Perform end-to-end data science workflows, from data ingestion and wrangling to analysis and visualization.Design and develop reports, dashboards, and visualization tools using platforms like Tableau and Power BI.Develop and implement data management, integration, and data science tools, including ETL processes and machine learning models.Leverage AI tools to accelerate analysis, synthesize complex information, and support data-driven recommendations for clients, exercising sound judgment in evaluating outputs.Apply AI technologies, including generative AI, automation tools, and data models, to enhance insights, improve delivery efficiency, and elevate the quality of client outcomes.Internal Responsibilities:Actively participate in West Monroe's culture and social events.Expand your knowledge of data science, analytics, and data engineering methodologies by participating in competency teams, attending learning sessions, and studying for and attaining technical certifications.What You'll Bring To The Team:Sharp analytical thinking and an interest in solving complex problems.Effective written and verbal communication skills.A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for working as part of a team.Ability to stay organized and manage priorities in a dynamic environment.Demonstrated leadership through academics, extracurricular activities, or prior work experience.Curiosity about emerging technologies, including AI, and a passion for continuous learning and innovation.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in progress, with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and August 2027. Candidates must currently be on track to graduate within this window. The graduation date will be verified.Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.Legally authorized to work in the United States without limitation or sponsorship now or in the future, including OPT, H-1B, or TN status.Reside within 50 miles of your assigned office prior to your start date. Our culture emphasizes team collaboration within a hybrid work model.Ability and willingness to travel up to 50%; travel expenses are covered by West Monroe.Experience integrating AI tools, such as ChatGPT, into day-to-day workflows to enhance productivity and insight generation, coupled with strong critical thinking to assess accuracy, mitigate bias, and ensure high-quality outputs.Preferred Qualifications:Majors in: Business Analytics, Computer Science, Data Engineering, Data Science, Economics, Informatics, Information Systems, StatisticsJoin our team and make a lasting impact! Other consultancies talk at you. At West Monroe, we work with you. We're a global business and technology consulting firm passionate about creating measurable value for our clients, delivering real-world solutions. The combination of business and technology is not new, but how we bring them together is unique. We're fluent in both. We rely on data to constantly adapt and solve new challenges. Actions that work today with outcomes that generate value for years to come. At West Monroe, we zero in on the heart of the opportunity, getting to results faster and preparing people for what's next. You'll feel the difference in how we work. We show up personally. We're right there in the room with you, co-creating through the challenges. With West Monroe, collaboration isn't a lofty promise, but a daily action. We work together with you to turn vision into clear action with lasting impact.West Monroe is an Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerWe believe in treating each employee and applicant for employment fairly and with dignity. We base our employment decisions on merit, experience, and potential, without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. To learn more about diversity, equity and inclusion at West Monroe, visit? If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in our recruiting process, please inquire by sending an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. Please review our current policy regarding use of generative artificial intelligence during the application process. Additionally, West Monroe uses the BrightHire platform to record live interviews so our team can capture notes more accurately, stay focused on the conversation, and continually improve our interview process. You can review our privacy notice for more information about this process and how recordings are used. If you have any questions, reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io. If you are based in California, we encourage you to read West Monroe's Notice at Collection for California residents, provided pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and linked?here.Seniority level: Entry levelEmployment type: Full-timeIndustries: Business Consulting and Services