Are you passionate about solving society’s toughest problems?
Are you attracted to the analytical rigor of strategy consulting?
Are you looking for a team-based working environment where your colleagues would share your passion for equity and social impact?
If you answered “yes” to all of these questions, we invite you to explore the Associate Consultant role with The Bridgespan Group.
About The Bridgespan Group
The Bridgespan Group (“Bridgespan”) is a global nonprofit that aims to build a better world by strengthening the ability of mission-driven organizations, philanthropists, impact investors, and corporations to achieve breakthrough results in addressing society’s most important challenges and opportunities.
Founded in 2000, Bridgespan has offices in Boston, Johannesburg, Mumbai, New York, San Francisco, and Singapore. Across these six locations, we have a diverse team of staff with varied backgrounds and experience across multiple sectors. We work with social change organizations such as TaRL Africa, Tiko, and CAMFED; philanthropies and foundations such as OSF, Women First Fund, and The Ford Foundation; impact investors such as TPG’s Rise Fund, Black Ambition, and AfricInvest; and bold funding collaboratives such as TED’s Audacious Project and Co-Impact.
Bridgespan aims for a world where all people have the opportunity to flourish. Given how society works today—as manifest in systems and mindsets that have developed over time—that opportunity is not accessible to all. We are committed to equity, specifically to doing work to help ensure that race, gender, and other dimensions of identity are not determinants of life outcomes and to building an organization where the diverse set of individuals we need can thrive in pursuit of their full professional potential, and to proactively addressing the systems that help or hinder these goals. It is a commitment to both external equity work and internal inclusivity that gets Bridgespan closer to achieving its mission.
About the Associate Consultant Position
Associate Consultants (ACs) are integral members of Bridgespan’s consulting teams, partnering with colleagues at all levels to analyze complex issues, develop evidence-based insights, and support recommendations that help clients achieve greater impact. Through curiosity, critical thinking, analytical problem-solving and collaboration, ACs help inform strategic decision-making and drive meaningful outcomes.
Once fully onboarded, ACs will follow our 50-50 staffing model working on two projects at a time with different teams. ACs enter as generalists, projects range considerably in topic and client profile, making it ideal for candidates who are enthusiastic about exploring the full range of work we do. Topics range considerably from education to public health to criminal justice, and much more. Our client portfolio includes philanthropists or philanthropic institutions; nonprofits or movements; and impact investors.
Associate Consultants work 50-55 hours per week on average, with variations week to week in response to client needs. Travel required could be 1-2 times a month depending on projects.
What you’ll do:
Evaluate complex business challenges using hypothesis-driven problem solving to develop insights that shape decisions
Conduct qualitative analysis through interviews with client stakeholders and quantitative analysis such as financial modeling and projections, to develop data driven recommendations
Prepare and deliver clear and compelling client materials including Power Point presentations, Excel models and other written deliverables
Adapt to evolving project needs by incorporating feedback and refining work products and delivering high-quality work in a deadline-driven environment.
How Bridgespan will support you:
While much of the learning occurs on the job, ACs attend formalized training sessions throughout their career at Bridgespan, beginning with an extensive orientation program. As ACs progress, they gain access to additional training focused on developing deeper consulting skills. While the work is rigorous and the learning curve steep, Bridgespan invests in helping each Associate Consultant build the fundamentals of a successful career: cracking tough problems, communicating solutions with clients and teams, and collaborating with experienced Consultants and Managers.
About you:
This role is ideal for final-year undergraduates or early career professionals meeting the following qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and a proven record of academic achievement
Strong analytical skills and creative problem-solving
Excellent written, verbal and presentation communication skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in fast-paced and dynamic environments
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet multiple priorities and deadlines
Commitment to the social sector and ability to incorporate equity considerations into the different aspects of the work.
Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment and travel as needed to support client and project requirements.
Hybrid work requirements
Associate Consultants are required to relocate to their home office city given the apprenticeship model in our consulting work. Associate Consultants are required to work from their home Bridgespan office at least 2 days per week. This policy is designed to offer meaningful opportunity for in-person learning, relationship building and mentorship, while also offering staff considerable flexibility.
KEY APPLICATION REMINDERS
Application materials:
To ensure your application is complete, attach a copy of your resume and a transcript one combined PDF file. Applications without a transcript attached will not be considered for this position.
We are no longer requiring a cover letter, however, we have added 2 essay questions to our application. Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to prepare your answers and submit your application no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on August 10th.
Recruiting dates:
The application deadline is Monday, August 10, 2026 at 11:59pm ET.
Interview invitations will be sent no later than August 17, 2026
Please join us for an informational webinar on: August 5, 2026, 6:00pm ET >>> Register
Case interview preparation materials are available on the Applicant Toolkit page of our website. We suggest you start preparing for the case interview in advance of the interview invitations
First round interviews are scheduled for August 24- 26 via Zoom
Final round interviews are scheduled for September 8-10 and will be in person
Please note:
Visas: We are unable to sponsor visas of any kind for roles based in our U.S. offices. This includes OPT, as it will require sponsorship in the future. You must be able to work in the U.S. at the time of your application.
One application: We ask that you apply ONLY to the office you are local to or willing to relocate to as we cannot accommodate offer transfers. You can rank your second and third choice offices.
At the Bridgespan Group, we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion because we are passionate about helping our clients achieve breakthrough results. An organization that reflects the diversity of our clients and their beneficiaries will produce deeper relationships, engagement, and insights. Bridgespan is committed to providing equal opportunities. We serve diverse organizations and are committed to non-discrimination. Bridgespan will not discriminate against any employee with respect to any term or condition of employment, including but not limited to less favorable treatment, exclusion from employment or employment opportunities (including hiring, assignment, performance assessment and promotion) on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, gender (including pregnancy), gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, expression, veteran’s status or other protected characteristic or status. We actively partner with organizations representing minority concerns and interests to build high-performing teams that mirror the communities we serve.
All company sponsored programs including training, job, social and recreational activities are required to be nondiscriminatory and all human resource practices are monitored to ensure equal opportunity.
