What is the Butler Business Accelerator?
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The Butler Business Accelerator is supported by a $22
million grant from the Lilly Endowment. Our goal is to promote
Indiana businesses, enhance the academic and student experience at
Butler, and assist in reducing the state's brain drain. To do this,
we consult with Indiana businesses; specifically targeting
companies that have been in business at least five years, have $5
to $50 million in annual sales and are profitable and poised for
growth. We use a unique consulting technique that combines the
talents of professional project managers, Butler business faculty
and MBA and undergraduate students.
What does a Student Analyst do?
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Student Analysts work on consulting engagements alongside
professional staff and faculty. Also, interns are assigned internal
projects to further the organizational development of the
Accelerator.
Why is this internship different?
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The Accelerator's goal is to fulfill an educational need.
The internship is suited to your interests, strengths and is
guaranteed to be substantive work that is only suitable for a
junior or senior COB student. Interns work on-site, consulting with
exciting Indiana businesses and have the opportunity to positively
impact these companies.
Who do Student Analysts work with during client projects?
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Students are assigned to a consulting team for each
client, focused on a different functional area of the client's
business. Teams are a combination of Butler faculty members,
experienced professionals and students and are led by project
managers with extensive experience.
Who are the leaders of this organization?
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The Butler Business Accelerator is led by Larry O'Connor,
former CEO at Bank One, Indiana and Brian Landis, a former partner
at Accenture.
What is the selection process?
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Resumes from COB students seeking internships are reviewed
and interviews are granted. To assure consideration for these
positions please apply through B.L.U.E. Only a select group of
qualified junior or senior COB students will be chosen for this
unique internship opportunity.
How do I apply?
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Stay in touch with your career advisor and the Internship
and Career Services office. Also check B.L.U.E. for postings.
Internships are available during the summer, fall and
spring
Is this a paid internship?
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Yes. These positions are paid hourly. Student Analysts can
expect a competitive wage.