Great place to get a start in the world of consulting. - Intern Booz Allen Hamilton Employee Review

4.0
1 Mar 2010
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Pros

The internship was completed during my sophomore year in college. Compared to other students, the pay was pretty decent for 40 hours a week. They were extremely lenient on taking days off, which was a plus during the summer. The firm is very prestigious and well know among the industry and access to senior executives was very easy (often had lunches with partners whom worked down the hall). The work was interesting and there are always events for interns such as a trip to DC, BBQs, trips to see Nationals play, crab feast, etc.

Cons

The security clearance is a problem. It takes 3-4 months for each polygraph so unless you were hired early on and passed on the first try (many take more than once to pass), you may be stuck doing unbillable work which is not nearly as exciting or important as billable work. Fortunately, you still get paid the same.

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5.0
3 Jun 2026
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Pros

Good Company to work for. Stable

Cons

Some projects aren't that great. But you can easily move on to something else.

3.0
8 Jun 2026
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Pros

Strong mission-focused culture with meaningful work supporting national security missions. Great exposure to diverse projects, talented teammates, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to develop skills across security, intelligence, cyber, and consulting. Benefits and professional development resources are solid.

Cons

The company culture and employee experience have changed significantly in recent years. Earlier years felt more mission-focused and employee-centered, while recent organizational shifts, government spending pressures, and increased emphasis on becoming a technology-focused company have created uncertainty for some employees. Frequent changes in priorities, restructuring, and business decisions can make job stability feel less predictable. Employees may sometimes feel disconnected from leadership, and concerns raised through HR or management channels do not always appear to result in meaningful action or transparency.

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