Delivering Deal Value (DDV) Intern - Summer 2026

PricewaterhouseCoopers•Rosemont, IL

12d•$29 - $48

About The Position

At PwC, our people in deals focus on providing strategic advice and support to clients in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and restructuring. They help clients navigate complex transactions and maximise value in their business deals. Those in deal integration and valuation realisation at PwC will focus on assisting clients in successfully integrating acquisitions and maximising the value of their investments. You will be responsible for conducting valuations, financial analysis, and developing strategies for post-merger integration. Driven by curiosity, you are a reliable, contributing member of a team. In our fast-paced environment, you will have the chance to work on a variety of assignments, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. You are encouraged to ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for our clients and contributes to our team’s success. During your time at the Firm, you start to establish your personal brand, paving the way to more opportunities. Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to: Apply a learning mindset and take ownership for your own development. Appreciate diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others. Adopt habits to sustain high performance and develop your potential. Actively listen, ask questions to check understanding, and clearly express ideas. Seek, reflect, act on, and give feedback. Gather information from a range of sources to analyse facts and discern patterns. Commit to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness. Learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), uphold the Firm's code of conduct and independence requirements. The Opportunity As a Delivering Deal Value (DDV) Intern, you will engage in projects that focus on deal integration and value realization, providing support to client-facing teams. You will have the chance to learn and apply skills in stakeholder engagement, project management, and contract negotiation, contributing to the success of our clients' strategic initiatives. As an Intern, you will support teams by participating in projects, conducting research, and observing professional work environments to gain exposure to PwC's practices. This role emphasizes learning and development, encouraging you to adopt a learning mindset and take ownership of your growth. In this role at PwC, you will be part of the Deals group, where you will assist in delivering operational advice and strategic thinking to enhance business operations. You will be involved in activities such as market research and cost efficiency analysis, helping to drive sustainable growth for our clients. This is an opportunity to start establishing your personal brand and contribute to the team's success, while gaining valuable insights into the business world. Your enthusiasm and commitment to learning will be key as you navigate various assignments and challenges, each offering a unique opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree
Client service intern positions are entry-level roles intended for job seekers who are in their third year of a four-year degree program or fourth year of a five-year program at the time of application.
Winter internships typically occur during the spring semester preceding the student's final year of school
Summer internships typically take place during the summer preceding the student's final year of school

Nice To Haves

Preference for one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Accounting & Finance, Finance, Operations Management/Research, Information Technology, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or Analytics
Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA
Demonstrating intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for learning
Supporting teams with project management and stakeholder engagement
Participating in operations strategy and synergy analysis
Excelling in communication and report writing skills
Engaging in market research and strategic thinking
Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes

Responsibilities

Supporting teams in delivering deal value through client-focused initiatives
Participating in project management activities to achieve strategic goals within specified timelines
Assisting in market research efforts to gather and analyze information about target markets and customers
Engaging with stakeholders to facilitate decision-making and implementation of project objectives
Contributing to synergy analysis by evaluating potential benefits from business combinations
Assisting in post-merger integration processes to maximize the value of merged entities
Involving in change management strategies to help organizations adapt to transitions
Collaborating on operations strategy to effectively manage resources and achieve organizational goals
Assisting in cost reduction activities to enhance operational efficiency and value creation
Supporting enhanced due diligence processes to assess potential risks and gather detailed information
Analyzing and interpreting complex data sets to provide actionable insights for business decision-making
Developing interactive dashboards and reports to enhance data visualization and accessibility