M&A Intern - Summer 2027 - Chicago, IL (Loop)

Prairie Capital Advisors • Chicago, IL

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Our internship program is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in investment banking. Prairie’s internship program will provide participants an in-depth look at our advisory services. Interns will work alongside our project teams, learning valuable skills and knowledge that will transfer to many professions. Interns will work on their day-to-day responsibilities with support and mentorship from a variety of Prairie professionals. Our internship program is designed around our current business needs and the availability of the participant(s). In order to produce a meaningful experience, interns will be reviewed during and at the end of program. Our interns are often considered for a full-time position should the individual demonstrate strong performance and potential for success.

Requirements

• Strong interest in investment banking and valuation
• Junior or Senior at a four year degree program majoring in finance/accounting/economics/mathematics
• Completed coursework in Financial Accounting, Corporate Finance or Economics
• Desire to work successfully in a fast-paced team environment
• Strong proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical and problem solving capabilities
• Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments and manage tight timelines in a team environment
• Strong work ethic and personal integrity
• Ability to work 20 - 30 hours per week in the office
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future

Responsibilities

• Performing valuation and financial modeling tasks including leveraged buyout, discounted cash flow, comparable public company, and precedent transaction analyses
• Preparing correspondence, marketing information, and presentations for senior professionals
• Drafting, editing, and organizing client pitches, offering materials, and management presentations
• Researching and compiling market data relating to prior or future transactions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern