Accenture Intern Salary: Full Breakdown (2026)

Author: Taylor Warfield, Former Bain Manager and interviewer.

Last Updated: June 8, 2026

 

Accenture intern salary lands around $32 per hour for undergraduates, plus a signing bonus and a strong set of perks. This guide breaks down intern pay by role, degree level, and track, shows how it stacks up against other firms, and explains how to land and negotiate the offer.

 

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Key Takeaways

 

Accenture pays undergraduate interns about $32 per hour, which works out to roughly $12,800 over a 10-week summer, with higher pay for MBA and PhD interns.

 

  • Undergraduate interns earn around $32 per hour, with overtime paid at about $48 per hour

 

  • A full 10-week undergraduate internship totals roughly $12,800 in base pay before bonuses

 

  • Most undergraduate interns receive a signing bonus near $2,500, and some reported offers reach $7,500

 

  • MBA and PhD interns earn a base near $30,000 for the program plus relocation help of up to $5,000

 

  • Accenture intern pay sits below MBB firms but well above most non-consulting internships

 

  • Strong interns convert to full-time offers at rates often above 70%

 

How Much Do Accenture Interns Get Paid?

 

Accenture pays undergraduate interns about $32 per hour in the United States. Over a standard 10-week summer at 40 hours per week, that adds up to roughly $12,800 in base pay. Reported figures from Levels.fyi cluster tightly around this rate, and business analyst interns in high-cost cities have reported up to $35 per hour.

 

You will see lower averages on some salary aggregators. ZipRecruiter lists an Accenture intern average closer to $17 per hour because it blends a wide mix of part-year and assorted postings. Indeed reports about $29 per hour from job listings, which it estimates at roughly 45% above the national internship average.

 

Treat the role-specific self-reported numbers as the most reliable. The structured summer Accenture internship pays undergraduates near $32 per hour, and graduate interns earn meaningfully more. The table below shows reported pay by role.

 

Intern role

Hourly

Monthly

Signing bonus

Software Engineer Intern (undergrad)

$32

~$5,547

~$2,000

Business Analyst Intern (undergrad, high-cost city)

$35

~$6,067

up to $7,500

Consulting or Strategy Intern (undergrad)

~$32

~$5,500

~$2,500

MBA or PhD Intern

n/a

~$30,000 base for 10 weeks

relocation up to $5,000

 

Source: Levels.fyi and Glassdoor reported intern compensation, 2025 to 2026.

 

Why Is the Accenture Intern Salary Higher Than Most Internships?

 

Accenture intern pay runs roughly 45% to 70% above the national internship average, and four forces drive that premium. The firm bills intern work to clients, competes for the same talent as MBB and big tech, uses the internship as its main full-time pipeline, and protects its brand as a top employer.

 

First, intern work is real client work, not busywork. Second, the firm competes for the same students as MBB and large tech employers, so it has to match strong offers or lose candidates. Third, paying well and converting an intern is far cheaper than re-recruiting a full-time analyst from scratch.

 

The fourth reason is reputation. Accenture consistently ranks among the most desirable employers for students, and competitive intern pay keeps it there. The good news for you is that this premium is baked into the program, so you do not have to fight for it.

 

How Does Accenture Intern Pay Differ by Role and Track?

 

Accenture intern pay varies by track and degree level, though the undergraduate hourly rate stays close to $32 across most roles. Strategy and consulting interns sit at the top of the undergraduate range, technology and engineering interns are similar, and graduate interns earn the most overall.

 

The business analyst intern role is the most common undergraduate entry point into consulting work. Software engineer interns earn the same $32 base, with self-reported monthly pay near $5,547. Strategy summer analyst roles tend to expect a higher GPA and place interns on client-facing strategy projects.

 

Graduate interns are a different tier. MBA and PhD interns earn a base near $30,000 for the 10-week program, plus relocation support of up to $5,000. That reflects the deeper experience these candidates bring and the higher full-time salaries they will command.

 

What Bonuses and Benefits Do Accenture Interns Receive?

 

Accenture interns receive more than an hourly wage. The package usually includes a signing bonus, overtime pay, relocation or housing support, and access to mentorship and networking. These extras can add several thousand dollars and a lot of long-term value to your summer.

 

  • Signing bonus: about $2,500 for most undergraduates, with some reported business analyst offers reaching $7,500

 

  • Overtime pay: hours beyond the standard week are paid at roughly 1.5 times the base rate, near $48 per hour

 

  • Relocation and housing: interns placed outside their home city often receive relocation help or housing assistance

 

  • Mentorship and development: structured mentorship, career workshops, and exposure to senior leaders

 

  • Networking and events: company-wide events, executive talks, and volunteer programs that widen your network

 

  • Conversion potential: a strong summer can turn into a full-time offer worth far more than the internship itself

 

How Does Accenture Intern Salary Compare to Other Firms?

 

Accenture intern pay sits in the middle of the consulting and tech pack. It pays less than MBB summer programs but more than most Big Four advisory internships and far more than typical corporate roles. The table below gives a directional view of monthly undergraduate intern pay.

 

Employer group

Approximate monthly undergraduate intern pay

Accenture

~$5,500

MBB (McKinsey, BCG, Bain)

~$8,000 to $11,000

Big Four advisory

~$5,000 to $6,500

Large tech (software engineering)

~$7,000 to $9,000+

 

MBB pays the most at the intern level, and that gap widens at full-time. A first-year McKinsey salary for an undergraduate analyst starts near $112,000, and the BCG salary structure is similar. Accenture full-time analyst base pay starts lower, near $75,000 to $80,000, which is why the intern pay gap exists.

 

Keep this in perspective. An Accenture internship still pays well above the average internship, builds a recognizable brand on your resume, and converts to full-time at a high rate. For many candidates, that mix beats a slightly higher hourly rate elsewhere.

 

Does the Accenture Internship Lead to a Full-Time Offer?

 

Yes, the internship is the main feeder into Accenture full-time roles. The firm does not publish exact conversion rates, but reported data points to offer rates above 70% for strong performers. That makes the internship the single best path to a full-time analyst seat.

 

A full-time consulting analyst at Accenture starts near $75,000 to $80,000 in base pay, plus a signing bonus and performance incentives. Understanding the full consulting career path helps you see how that base scales into consultant, manager, and senior roles over time.

 

The takeaway is simple. Your intern hourly rate matters for one summer, but the return offer is the real prize. Treat every week of the internship as an extended interview for a job that pays many times the summer total.

 

How Do You Land a Paid Accenture Internship?

 

Landing the internship comes down to four stages: a strong application, an early submission, the behavioral screens, and the case study round. Clear each one and the offer follows. Here is how to approach each stage.

 

  1. Build a strong resume: Accenture screens heavily on impact and clarity, so quantify your results and keep it to one page. A weak resume is the most common reason strong candidates never get an interview. A tight consulting resume with measurable bullets clears the screen far more often. My resume review and editing service rewrites yours with unlimited revisions and a 24-hour turnaround.

  2. Apply early: internship spots fill on a rolling basis, so submitting near the start of the cycle gives you the best odds. Timing is a quiet advantage most students waste. Knowing the consulting recruiting timeline lets you apply before the strongest candidates flood the pipeline.

  3. Pass the behavioral and technical screens: expect questions on teamwork, leadership, and your interest in consulting, plus role-specific technical questions
     
  4. Solve the case study round: you will work through a business problem and present a structured recommendation, which is where most candidates stumble

 

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Can You Negotiate Your Accenture Intern Salary?

 

Intern pay is largely standardized by program and level, so there is little room to move the hourly rate. You have more bargaining power on start date, office location, and sometimes the signing bonus, especially with a competing offer in hand. Pushing hard on the base rate rarely works and can sour the relationship before you start.

 

The smarter play is to optimize the variables you can control. Choosing a high-cost office can raise your effective pay, and a competing offer gives you real grounds to ask for a bonus match. Always stay polite and specific, since recruiters remember candidates who negotiate well.

 

Tips to Maximize Your Accenture Internship Offer

 

Tip #1: Lock in a competing offer before you negotiate

 

A second offer is the only lever that reliably moves intern compensation. If you hold an offer from another respected firm, you can ask Accenture to match the signing bonus or start date. Without one, your room to negotiate is close to zero.

 

Tip #2: Target a high-cost office

 

Pay can run higher in expensive markets like San Francisco or New York. Business analyst interns in San Francisco have reported $35 per hour, above the $32 baseline. If you are flexible on location, that choice alone can raise your summer earnings.

 

Tip #3: Treat the internship as a 10-week interview

 

The return offer dwarfs the summer paycheck, so protect it. Deliver client-quality work, ask for feedback often, and build relationships beyond your immediate team. Consultants who advocate for you behind the scenes shape the final offer decision.

 

Tip #4: Track your hours and overtime

 

Overtime pays about 1.5 times your base rate, near $48 per hour. Long stretches before a client deadline can add meaningful pay, so log your hours accurately. Do not assume the system captures everything for you.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

How much does an Accenture intern make per hour?

 

Undergraduate Accenture interns earn about $32 per hour in the United States. Software engineer and business analyst interns report rates between $32 and $35 per hour, with the higher end appearing in expensive markets. Overtime is paid at roughly 1.5 times the base rate.

 

How much do Accenture interns make in a summer?

 

A 10-week undergraduate internship at 40 hours per week totals roughly $12,800 in base pay at $32 per hour. A signing bonus near $2,500 pushes the total above $15,000 for many interns. Overtime and high-cost-office rates can raise that figure further.

 

Do Accenture interns get a signing bonus?

 

Most undergraduate interns receive a signing bonus near $2,500. Some business analyst interns have reported bonuses as high as $7,500, and graduate interns may receive relocation support of up to $5,000. Bonus amounts vary by role, office, and degree level.

 

Do MBA interns at Accenture earn more than undergraduates?

 

Yes, MBA and PhD interns earn meaningfully more. Reported data shows a base near $30,000 for the 10-week program, plus relocation support. That reflects the deeper experience graduate candidates bring and the higher full-time pay they will earn.

 

Do Accenture interns get full-time offers?

 

A high share of interns receive full-time offers. The firm does not publish exact numbers, but reported conversion rates often exceed 70% for strong performers. The internship is the main pipeline into full-time analyst roles, so a good summer usually leads to an offer.

 

Is the Accenture internship paid?

 

Yes, the Accenture internship is fully paid. Undergraduates earn about $32 per hour, and graduate interns earn a program base near $30,000. Interns also receive bonuses, overtime, and relocation or housing support depending on role and location.

 

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