Corporate Development/M&A Intern

Worthington Enterprises

Nov 1

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Business, Operations & Strategy
Banking & Finance
Columbus, +2

Requirements

Accounting, Finance, or Economics Major
18-25 hours minimum during school year, 40 hours during summer
Ability to work in person at the corporate office in Columbus, Ohio
Grade Point Average: 3.5 or Above
Excellent written & verbal communication skills – with the ability to effectively communicate and develop strong relationships with senior leaders and across a multinational organization.
Familiarity with general corporate finance concepts and basic M&A valuation methods (DCF, precedent transactions, comparable companies, etc.)
Ability to handle complex analysis, from issue identification to proposal to solution implementation.
Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Excellent time management skills with the ability to work independently and prioritize assigned projects.
Strong ability to adapt to diverse groups and departments to facilitate collaboration.
Demonstrated initiative with commitment and ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Ability to work with Senior Management
Open to all graduation years.

Responsibilities

Valuation modeling for acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures.
Preparing credible, diligent, and independent financial analyses to evaluate corporate M&A opportunities. Generating or evaluating deal-specific pro forma financial statements and qualitative reports to enable Senior-level decision-making.
Conducting due diligence on target companies in conjunction with other business and corporate functions.
Identifying and sourcing potential acquisitions targets. Includes conducting market and competitive analyses to identify attractive new industries in which to pursue growth.
Partnering with other team members to prepare and deliver senior management and Board level communications and memos.
Preparing and presenting ad hoc analyses as needed. Reporting information to executives and decision makers, communicating key messages, and recommendations.
Updating, optimizing, and gaining insight from the M&A team’s CRM tool that tracks relationships with potential target companies, investment banks and other intermediaries, private equity firms, and third-party diligence service providers. Generating reports from the CRM to ensure prioritization of projects and to identify opportunities to enhance relationships and deal sourcing effectiveness.
Maintaining internal documentation of M&A transactions in the marketplace.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Corporate Development/M&A Intern role?

The main focus of the Corporate Development/M&A Intern role is to assist in various aspects of the M&A process, including valuation modeling, financial analyses, due diligence, and sourcing potential acquisition targets.

What are the desired fields of study for applicants?

Applicants should major in Accounting, Finance, or Economics.

How many hours per week is the intern expected to work during the school year?

The intern is expected to work a minimum of 18-25 hours during the school year.

What is the expected work schedule for the intern during the summer?

The intern is expected to work full-time, approximately 40 hours per week during the summer.

Is in-person work a requirement for this internship?

Yes, the intern must be able to work in person at the corporate office in Columbus, Ohio.

What is the minimum GPA requirement for applicants?

The minimum GPA requirement for applicants is 3.5 or above.

What skills are necessary for effective communication in this role?

Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary to effectively communicate and develop strong relationships with senior leaders across a multinational organization.

What software proficiency is required for this internship?

Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is required.

Is this internship open to students from all graduation years?

Yes, this internship is open to students from all graduation years.

What kind of analyses will the intern be expected to prepare and present?

The intern will be expected to prepare credible financial analyses, deal-specific pro forma financial statements, and ad hoc analyses as needed for senior management and Board level communications.

Will the intern have the opportunity to work with senior management?

Yes, the intern will have the opportunity to work with senior management and be involved in communications and presentations directed at them.

Worthington Enterprises

Manufacturing & Electronics

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1955

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Worthington Enterprises (NYSE: WOR) designs and manufactures leading brands that enhance safety, health, and self-expression. Operating in Building Products and Consumer Products, they offer solutions for cooking, heating, cooling, water systems, tools, outdoor living, and celebrations. Their mission is to innovate and lead in their markets, empowering employees and improving everyday life. With a people-first philosophy, they engage deeply with communities and focus on corporate citizenship and sustainability.