Job Family:

Travel Required:

Clearance Required:

What You Will Do:

• Analyze primary and secondary information sources, including corporate records, media reporting, regulatory filings, and other publicly available data. 

• Assess international corporate structures, supply chain linkages, and commercial risk factors. 

• Gather, synthesize, and evaluate data to produce clear, well‑supported industry and entity assessments. 

• Conduct open‑source research in English and Mandarin Chinese on global supply chains, priority industries, and international commercial activities. 

• Develop research‑based recommendations and present analytic findings directly to government clients, including senior leadership. 

• Prepare written reports, briefings, and presentations for federal stakeholders. 

• Monitor geopolitical and economic developments and assess implications for supply chain integrity and international trade risks. 

• Collaborate with internal colleagues and interagency partners to support ongoing and ad‑hoc projects. 

What You Will Need:

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree

• ONE (1) or more years of experience with data collection, research methodologies, or intelligence-style analysis. Internships and academic research are acceptable. Experience must include:

• • Advanced Mandarin Chinese reading proficiency sufficient to independently evaluate original Chinese language materials. 

• • Ability to translate or summarize Chinese language information into clear English analytical products. 

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Research experience in one or more of the following topics: corporate information, sector specific analysis (energy, agriculture, manufacturing, chemicals, etc.), international trade, supply chains, or human rights/ESG issues. 

• Experience conducting opensource research (OSINT), preferably related to China, global supply chains, or international commerce. 

• Familiarity with analytical tools such as supply chain mapping software, data processing tools, or public records research platforms. 

• Experience with data collection, research methodologies, or intelligence-style analysis. Internships and academic research are acceptable. 

• Prior exposure to federal consulting, compliance, or risk assessment work. 

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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