Macquarie LEADS High School Externship

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Explore careers in financial services and gain real-world insight into how companies like Macquarie operate in the business world.

Overview

In this externship program, students will learn strategic consulting skills to analyze and evaluate challenges from non-profit organizations using consulting frameworks, in an overall effort to help them solve their important problems. Selected individuals will be paired with a specific non-profit organization and dive into their strategic problems, such as development, impact assessment, process improvements, talent engagement, communication, and strategic positioning. Throughout this externship program, professionals from PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers) will provide mentorship and coaching.

The Experience

Learn about the strategy consulting process and how to help create value for a non-profit client based on their vision and mission
Research and develop an understanding of a given field
Analyze complex problems ranging from fundraising and development, stakeholder management, impact measurement, as well as use consulting frameworks to help identify problem areas and propose solutions
Learn to gather, analyze, and visualize data to inform problem areas and possible solutions
Create and deliver a compelling presentation to a non-profit client that incorporates valuable insights, trends, and recommendations

Qualifications

Ambitious undergraduate students with an interest in consulting, strategy, and non-profits. This program is for students who would like to understand the consulting profession while generating ideas to help impact non-profit organizations.

Overview

The Macquarie LEADS High School Externship is a five-week hybrid career development program designed for first-generation college-bound high school seniors. Through mentorship, hands-on learning, and professional development, externs will gain exposure to Macquarie and the financial services industry while strengthening key skills for college and future careers.
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While the program introduces students to financial services, it is not a personal finance or entrepreneurship program. Instead, externs will explore how companies like Macquarie operate in global markets, investment banking, and asset management—gaining industry insights while also developing the skills, confidence, and networks needed to succeed in professional environments.

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The Experience

‍During this externship, you will:

Explore careers in business and finance through discussions with Macquarie professionals
Develop key professional skills like communication, teamwork, and problem-solving
Work on a guided research project to better understand industry trends and business strategies
Gain mentorship and networking opportunities with Macquarie employees
Present your insights in a final group presentation, reflecting on your learnings and experience

Throughout the program, externs will participate in virtual learning, weekly in-person office visits, and hands-on activities that connect classroom knowledge to real-world careers.

Qualifications

We are looking for motivated rising high school seniors (Class of 2026) who:

Are curious about careers in business and finance (no prior knowledge required!)
Are committed to developing professional skills and gaining exposure to a corporate environment
Attend high school in NYC, Philadelphia, or Jacksonville and can commit to all in-person and virtual sessions

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Overview

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Externship Currently Closed
New applications are not currently being accepted.

May 9, 2025

Submit your application ASAP

Part time and hybrid

This Externship is a 15-hour-per-week remote experience with in-person components.

July 7, 2025

This remote Externship will last 5 weeks.

1000

Students who successfully complete their externships will receive their educational stipends at the end of the program

This externship is open to students currently attending a high school in Jacksonville, Philadelphia or New York City.

About

Macquarie Group

Macquarie is a global financial services group operating in 34 markets in asset management, retail and business banking, wealth management, leasing and asset financing, market access, commodity trading, renewables development, specialist advisory, capital raising and principal investment.

The diversity of Macquarie’s operations, combined with a strong capital position and robust risk management framework, has contributed to Macquarie’s 54-year record of unbroken profitability.

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