Corporate Development Intern - Part-time R8568

Chickasaw Nation Industries•Norman, OK

About The Position

The Corporate Development Intern supports Chickasaw Nation Industries' Corporate Development & Market Intelligence function by assisting with strategic growth initiatives, including acquisitions, divestitures, and investment analysis. This internship provides hands-on exposure to financial modeling, valuation, due diligence, market research, and deal execution support in a dynamic corporate environment. It is designed for students pursuing a degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field who are eager to gain real-world experience in M&A and corporate strategy. As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and ads to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.

Requirements

Must be able to obtain and maintain the required customer clearance for access to systems, facilities, equipment and property.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; exposure to financial databases (CapIQ, PitchBook, Bloomberg) is a plus.
Solid analytical, problem-solving, and research skills with attention to detail.
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's (junior or senior year) or Master's level program in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Conducts targeted market andpetitive research to support acquisition pipeline development and strategic priorities.
Summarizes industry trends, customer landscapes, and potential growth opportunities into simple reports or briefing notes under team guidance.
Supports the due diligence process by gathering andanizing financial and operational data from potential targetpanies.
Assists with tracking due diligence activities and collaborate with internal teams and external advisors as needed.
Assists in reviewing and summarizing Confidential Information Memorandums (CIMs) and other deal-related materials.
s prepare draft slides and support materials for internal discussions and participate as an observer in selected deal-related meetings to gain exposure to the M&A process.
Supports financial modeling, valuation analyses, and scenario planning under the guidance of the Corporate Development team.
Assists with maintaining data sets used in acquisition models and investment projections and conduct basic sensitivity analyses for review.
Assists in preparing draft investment memos, presentations, and briefing materials for senior leadership.
Compiles research, data, and supporting documentation to be incorporated into presentations and discussion materials.
Contributes to maintaining and improving templates, reports, and dashboards that support analytical workflows.
Offers observations or suggestions for small process efficiencies identified during the internship.
Participates in special projects to gain exposure to M&A initiatives, portfolio analysis, or market intelligence efforts.
Provides research, data gathering, and basic analysis as requested.