Corporate Development Intern

Colibri Group; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional education firm in St. Louis is seeking an M&A Analyst intern for the summer of 2023. This role involves preparing financial analyses and conducting market research for strategic initiatives and potential acquisitions, reporting directly to senior management. Ideal candidates are undergraduate or MBA students with strong analytical skills and a minimum GPA of 3.5. The position offers real-world experience in mergers and acquisitions within a supportive corporate culture.

Qualifications

• Proven academic record in relevant fields.
• Interest in mergers and acquisitions with analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial analyses and valuations for potential acquisitions.
• Conduct market research and assist senior management in strategic initiatives.
• Learn directly from experienced professionals in M&A.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Good communication skills

Education

Minimum GPA of 3.5/4.0

Pursuing an undergraduate degree or MBA

Preferred concentrations: Accounting, Business, Economics, Finance

Job description

At Colibri Group, culture is a critical part of our collective success, and we live our values everyday: Love, Joy, Boldness, Teamwork, and Curiosity. These values guide our interactions with each other, our customers, and the community.

Position Overview

Are you looking to gain real world experience in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial organization with an excellent culture? Are you interested in learning about mergers and acquisitions? If so, we may have a role for you.

We are looking to expand our Corporate Development team by adding an M&A Analyst for the 2023 summer who will be responsible for providing analytical support and market research on active transactions and other strategic initiatives. This position provides unique experience through exposure to corporate strategy and is highly visible to the senior management team. This intern will assist in valuation analyses, preparing presentations for potential investments or strategic initiatives, conducting industry or investment target research as well as assisting with corporate strategic execution across Colibri.

Located in our corporate office in Downtown St. Louis (The Foundry); typical hours will be 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the flexibility to work additional hours as required depending on the number of active projects and their deadlines.

Position Requirements & Major Responsibilities

• Prepare financial analyses, valuation, business cases and pro-forma financials for existing businesses and potential new businesses and services
• Conduct market research, source M&A targets and assist with preparing recommendations and presentations for potential acquisitions, investments and other strategic initiatives to the senior management team
• Learn analytical skills through direct exposure to our Head of M&A and Director of Corporate Development, both with prior experience in investment banking and private equity

Qualifications

• Proven academic record with a minimum GPA of 3.5/4.0
• Candidate can be an undergraduate or in pursuit of an MBA
• Accounting, Business, Economics or Finance concentrations are preferred, but not mandatory
• Strategic thinking and demonstrated intellectual curiosity
• Interest in mergers and acquisitions
• Analytical mind with the ability to synthesize information from a variety of sources to help identify market trends and opportunities, understand strategic risks and help evaluate potential acquisitions and new business investments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products preferred
• Proven track record of persistence, sound judgement and ability to work effectively within a dynamic work setting
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively and multitask while remaining committed to quality and timeliness of work product
• Ability to work in a dynamic team environment and develop strong working relationships with people at varying levels
• Good written, oral and interpersonal communication skills

About Colibri Group

Colibri Group is building the future of professional education. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Colibri Group is one of the pioneers of online professional education, introducing some of the first web-based professional education courses in 2001. Students and professionals start and advance their careers through the company’s online and in-person learning solutions for licensing, continuing education, test preparation and professional development.

Today, we proudly serve over one million customers each year and employ more than 900 mission-aligned professionals. Our family of brands are the leading online professional education platforms in their respective end-markets. We provide a holistic learning experience for students and professionals to achieve more and thrive throughout their careers in real estate, financial services, teacher education, healthcare, valuation and property services, accounting, among other professions. Visit www.colibrigroup.com for more information.

Colibri Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Colibri Group prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.