Corporate Development Intern

Jim Moran & Associates; Deerfield Beach (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

JM Family Enterprises, Inc. invites college students to join the Summer Internship Program in Deerfield Beach, FL as a Corporate Development Intern. You will contribute to the team’s success through market research, financial analysis, and evaluating strategic opportunities.

This full-time internship runs May 24, 2027 through July 30, 2027. You will gain hands-on experience, collaborate with cross-functional partners, and learn JMFamily’s core values while developing practical skills in

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills are required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; knowledge of financial statements helpful.
• Interest in evaluating businesses, industries and investment opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market, industry, and company research to support evaluation of new sectors, emerging trends, and potential investment opportunities.
• Support the evaluation of strategic investments and acquisition opportunities through financial analysis, company research, competitive benchmarking, and due diligence activities.
• Prepare clear, executive-ready materials and investment committee deliverables that synthesize research, financial analysis, and key findings.
• Identify and track companies, investors, and potential strategic partners relevant to JMFamily's businesses, while supporting portfolio reporting and other Corporate Development initiatives.
• Maintain pipeline trackers, meeting notes, templates, and other department resources, and contribute to playbooks and process improvements.
• Build effective relationships with functional groups across the enterprise and support business units or portfolio companies on strategic initiatives.
• Create and maintain stakeholder materials using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to support Corporate Development priorities and broader enterprise growth initiatives.

Skills

Financial analysis

Excel

PowerPoint

Due diligence

Research

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Finance/Business/Engineering focus

Job description

The JM Family College Internship Program is designed to create an opportunity for college students to have meaningful work experiences that tie to their programs of study. As part of this program, you will actively contribute to your team's success, learn about JMFamily's companies and culture while obtaining new skills through learning opportunities, networking events and much more.

The ideal candidate will be available to work full-time during the Summer Internship Program ( May24th,2027 - July30th,2027 ).

Interns will engage in meaningful work and gain insights into specific projects or tasks, providing hands‑on experience, and contributing to various department initiatives. They will learn about JMFamily's culture including our core values: Consideration, Cooperation, Communication, Innovation and Accountability. These core values are part of our keys to success and the skills that embody these values are what drive our success as an organization.

As a Corporate Development Intern , you will support the Corporate Development team's efforts to grow JMFamily's leadership in automotive and beyond through acquisitions, investments, and strategic partnerships. You will contribute research and analytical capacity across the team's core priorities, helping evaluate markets, companies, and external opportunities while supporting growth within existing businesses and strengthening strategic investment capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market, industry, and company research to support the evaluation of new sectors, emerging trends, and potential investment opportunities.


• Support the evaluation of strategic investments and acquisition opportunities through financial analysis, company research, competitive benchmarking, and due diligence activities.


• Prepare clear, executive-ready materials and investment committee deliverables that synthesize research, financial analysis, and key findings.


• Identify and track companies, investors, and potential strategic partners relevant to JMFamily's businesses, while supporting portfolio reporting and other Corporate Development initiatives.


• Maintain pipeline trackers, meeting notes, templates, and other department resources, and contribute to playbooks and process improvements.


• Build effective relationships with functional groups across the enterprise and support business units or portfolio companies on strategic initiatives.


• Create and maintain stakeholder materials using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to support Corporate Development priorities and broader enterprise growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• This is a full‑time position with flexible working arrangements depending on the business need.


• The ideal candidate will be actively enrolled in a bachelor's, master's, or other degree‑seeking program at an accredited college or university, with a focus in a relevant field. Candidates in related fields will also be considered. Must have completed at least one semester of coursework.


• Relevant fields of study include Finance, Business, Strategy, Economics, Accounting, Engineering, or a related discipline, with finance coursework preferred.


• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, intellectual curiosity, and an interest in evaluating businesses, industries and investment opportunities.


• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; working knowledge of financial statements and fundamental corporate finance concepts is expected, and prior financial modeling experience is a plus.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners.


• Demonstrated initiative, strong attention to detail, organizational and time management skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment with a high level of integrity.

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of JMFamily. All work arrangements are subject to associate performance, business need and manager discretion, and may be revised as necessary.

JM FAMILY IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

JM Family Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, retaining, and promoting qualified associates without regard any characteristic protected by law - whether actual or perceived - including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service, veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, provincial, or local law.

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