Internship, Mergers & Acquisitions

Aprio • Atlanta, GA

2d • $26 - $33

About The Position

Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 30 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 2,100 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.

Aprio invites high‑potential finance and business students interested in Mergers & Acquisitions and deal strategy to apply for the Summer 2026 Mergers & Acquisitions Internship in our Atlanta, GA office. We are seeking candidates who want to uphold Aprio’s standard of excellence and immerse themselves in hands‑on, transaction‑focused project work.

The Summer 2026 Internship Program (June–August) provides students with on‑the‑job training and real‑world experience across the full Mergers & Acquisitions lifecycle. Interns gain exposure to small, medium, and large transactions and benefit from diverse deal experience, one‑on‑one interaction with engagement teams and leadership, and the opportunity to build a strong foundation in due diligence and integration support.

At Aprio, we recognize that our people are our greatest resource, and we cultivate an environment focused on continuous professional development. Beyond day‑to‑day transactional work, each intern class completes a group project centered on community service and social impact. Interns also participate in networking events, firm‑wide activities, and opportunities to connect with professionals and partners across the organization.

Requirements

• Pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Project Management, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• 3.3 or higher GPA
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to collaborate effectively across teams and levels.
• Strong attention to detail with analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Experience supporting multi‑workstream project environments.
• Familiarity with project management or deal support platforms such as DealRoom, ClickUp, or similar tools.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship experience related to M&A processes (e.g., due diligence, transaction support, integration).

Responsibilities

• Support the coordination and execution of M&A projects across the deal lifecycle, including diligence, analysis, and integration activities.
• Assist in organizing and maintaining deal documentation, data requests, and project materials to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Conduct research, perform preliminary analyses, and develop insights to support transaction strategy, due diligence, and integration planning.
• Help identify project risks, timeline challenges, and process improvement opportunities within M&A workflows.
• Collaborate with internal Aprio teams and external stakeholders to gather information, address project needs, and ensure smooth communication.
• Contribute to the preparation of reports, presentations, meeting materials, and status updates for leadership and project teams.
• Participate in team meetings, diligence discussions, and integration planning sessions, providing support through note‑taking, follow‑up, and action‑item tracking.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• 401k with Profit Sharing
• 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
• Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
• Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
• Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
• Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
• Top rated wellness program
• Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees