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Munich Office - Life Sciences Associate Intern (m/f/d) - Start July or October 2027
L.E.K. Consulting
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Posted Oct 26
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About L.E.K. Consulting L.E.K. Consulting is a premier global strategy consulting firm that partners with clients to solve their most critical business challenges and deliver high-impact outcomes. We bring deep industry expertise and rigorous, evidence-based insight to global corporations, growth companies and private equity investors, helping them turn strategy into action. How do we deliver impact? It’s the people. We hire exceptional individuals and invest in their growth through hands-on client work, close collaboration and a culture of ownership, inclusion and continuous learning. Across every level, curiosity unites us and challenge excites us. Founded more than 40 years ago, L.E.K. employs more than 2,200 professionals worldwide and is consistently recognized as one of the industry's best firms to work for. For more information, visit lek.com . The Associate Intern position Joining the European L.E.K. Life Sciences team will enable you to develop a world-class foundation in commercial problem-solving as you address the issues that face today’s business leaders. A wide variety of projects will give you experience of all aspects of commercial activity. The nature and pace of L.E.K.’s strategic work facilitates the rapid development of a highly analytical skill set in a collaborative and rewarding team-based environment. Life Sciences Associate Interns are crucial to the success of L.E.K. project teams. With the guidance and support of an experienced senior team, you will be responsible for: Conducting primary and secondary research on markets, competitors, and customers Performing rigorous strategic and financial analyses, using leading-edge software and techniques, to develop deep understanding of commercial issues Collaborating with team members to identify trends, draw conclusions, develop insights and transform those insights into actionable recommendations for the client Who we are looking for We are currently seeking exceptional and committed individuals with the ability to solve complex problems in a creative way with backgrounds in biosciences, medicine, biotechnologies and experience or strong interest into economics and business strategy related to Life Sciences. Successful candidates typically possess outstanding academic achievements, are comfortable with quantitative analysis, have excellent verbal and written communication skills in German and English, relevant professional experience, and notable extracurricular interests. Fluency in another European language is considered an asset. We are looking for a sense of intellectual curiosity that will inspire you to develop a deep understanding of any client situation, and to generate innovative answers to complex questions. We want people with the ability to think in logical, structured ways, together with the creativity to look beyond the obvious. Our team-oriented approach requires individuals who can collaborate and communicate well. We seek proactive, energetic, and enthusiastic candidates who take ownership of their work and make a meaningful impact. What we offer Training and development The Life Sciences Associate Intern position at L.E.K. is a launch-pad for your career. As a new Intern you will be supported with a comprehensive initial two-week orientation programme. For those who go on to pursue roles in industry or Private Equity, the highly valuable commercial and analytical skill set, and broad commercial experience of an L.E.K. Associate Intern are in great demand. Application Process Our application process is now open for full-time internships starting in July or October 2027, with a duration of 3-6 months. Please upload your application documents (cover letter, CV, references) on our career site by clicking the "Apply" button. After completing the online application process, selected candidates will be contacted by our Recruitment Team and invited to a numerical reasoning test followed by a series of interviews. Applicants stating 'fluency' in a language will have this assessed during the recruitment process. Please note that fluency in both German and English are a requirement for this position. We do not review applications on a rolling basis, and aim to get back to applicants no later than four weeks after the application deadline. Application deadline: 31st January 2027 , 23:55 h We are looking forward to receiving your application! Diversity and inclusion at L.E.K. Here at L.E.K., we appreciate the value of a diverse and inclusive workforce and are committed to a culture that is inclusive and accepting of all people. Above all, we are committed to ensuring that all employees are treated with respect and dignity. L.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We have several affinity groups to support and enrich our employees and in addition, our Diversity and Inclusion committee celebrate events throughout the year with a focus on awareness and education. For further information on the L.E.K. career journey: https://www.lek.com/join-lek/the-lek-career