Interns

The application process for the Intern roles has reopened for 2026, and we are looking for intern candidates for 2 to 6 month placements during terms and summer.

Working across a variety of intriguing projects, you will learn how to help our clients solve their most critical challenges, from developing new strategies and undertaking due diligence to supporting major strategic decisions.

 

Required attributes

  • Minimum 2.1 achieved or predicted from a top-tier university (unless exceptional experience)
  • Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Proactive and naturally inquisitive temperament
  • Language skills are highly desirable but not required
  • Consulting experience not required but any professional experience will be taken into account

It is highly desirable to have an interest in the Education sector and an understanding, and ideally experience of one or more key concepts such as service design, operating model design, cost reduction and business case development.

How to apply 

To apply to our internship programme, please use the link below to submit your CV and covering letter.

The process that follows is structured to test your suitability for the role and give us the opportunity to get to know you. 

We will assess your numerical and analytical skills via online tests. You will have 7 days to complete the assessment. Only after that, we will review your complete application (CV, covering letter and online assessment results) and let you know of next steps. 

During the interviews, we are interested to learn more about your experience, your motivations and you as a person. Case studies will help us see how you structure your thinking, deal with intellectual challenges and draw conclusions. 

Internship Programme 2026

Start dates:  6-month placement – February and July 2026

                     2-month placement – April, July and September 2026

Applications: You can apply for a 2026 internship using the Apply With Us link below. We will start reviewing applications and interviewing from Autumn 2025 onwards. 

Location: London, UK

CAIRNEAGLE LIMITED

Bewlay House, 2 Swallow Place, London, W1B 2AE

[email protected] 

+44 20 7036 9400

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