Support BCG s partnerships, including with the Business Roundtable, TED, World Economic Forum, and others in pursuit of firm priorities and the CEO s external agenda. Flex to support across Global External Relations team portfolio and explore new partnerships for further business development or brand opportunities.
Research, Briefings, and Analysis
Draft content briefings for BCG attendees and speakers to external events, including research and analysis of BCG reports, external publications, and current events; maintain briefing center of excellence for BCG executives
Capture weekly data on external engagements by BCG senior leaders (e.g. event participation) in association with partnerships; support broader debrief and analysis of progress against team metrics
Communications
Draft internal communications to promote partnership opportunities to various audiences across the firm
Coordinate with social media and webpage teams to develop content related to partnerships and CEO external engagements
Support ad hoc or cross-team projects and other duties as required YOU RE GOOD AT
Strong written and verbal communication skills - ability to engage with individuals from a variety of cultural and industry backgrounds, and demonstrated interest in writing, copy- editing and identifying ways to best communicate defined objectives
Independent work skills - detail oriented with an ability to take initiative when appropriate and a willingness to take on increasing responsibility
Project management, planning, and coordination skills - demonstrated ability to excel in in a complex, multi-cultural environment, and make progress on multiple priorities simultaneously
Analytical skills - comfort with Excel and data analysis, with an ability to efficiently deliver accurate metrics across a variety of projects
Excellent team player - reliable, strong relationship builder with social skills, capacity to leverage network effectively, with flexibility and open communication style
YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)
Must be an undergraduate student currently enrolled in Northeastern University and approved by the university to participate in the January to June 2024 co-op cycle
Currently enrolled in bachelor s degree program/close to graduation. Economics, International Relations, Marketing, Journalism majors or experience preferred
International experience during studies or professional employment preferred
Working knowledge of a foreign language and experience working with a global team an advantage
Prior work, internship, or co-op experience in a progressive corporate environment a plus
Must have legal work authorization in the U.S.
YOU LL WORK WITH BCG s Global External Relations team manages several of the firm s global external partnerships including those with the World Economic Forum and TED. The team oversees BCG s full engagement with these global partners, including event management, pro bono project work, community participation, and communications with internal and external stakeholders.
BCG s Global External Relations team also works closely with senior leadership, including our CEO and Chairman, to ensure BCG has an impactful, visible seat at the table , as an influential contributor to society around the world. The team collaborates across BCG s practice areas, local offices, and other marketing teams to develop and market content which best positions BCG in external settings.