Associate Consultant, Launch Program 2027

About the role

Join Mastercard’s 18‑month Launch Program as an Associate Consultant in Arlington, VA. You will gain hands‑on experience solving strategic challenges for leading brands, develop expertise in data‑driven consulting, and receive mentorship from industry leaders.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate within small teams to design and implement solutions for complex business questions.
• Own deliverables and build external client relationships while focusing on technology and data.
• Support 2‑4 clients concurrently, gaining exposure to industries such as financial services, retail, hospitality, and more.

Required profile

• Demonstrated passion for delivering high‑quality results and leadership in academic or extracurricular settings.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a record of structured problem solving.
• Clear interest in business decision‑making and rapid learning ability.
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to integrity and teamwork.

Required skills

• SQL
• SAS
• Excel
• Tableau
• Predictive analytics and data analysis tools

What we offer

• Base salary of $95,000 per year.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid parental leave and bereavement leave.