Intern - Corporate Development & Strategy

Acuity; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 328,000 - 491,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuity Inc. in Atlanta, GA offers a 10–12 week internship (June–August, 40 hours/week) to high-potential students. Interns align strengths with strategic needs, network with leaders, and may join the BUILD Program after graduation for a full-time rotational track. This onsite program builds core finance and business skills through hands-on projects.

Applicants should be near degree completion, maintain a 3.0+ GPA, and show leadership and collaboration abilities. Travel up to 20% may be required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Relevant internship or project experience preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership potential.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Support identification and evaluation of growth opportunities aligned with AYI goals.
• Assist with industry assessment and competitive landscape analysis.
• Contribute to internal corporate finance and strategic initiatives.
• Develop financial statement analysis and company valuation skills.
• Translate data into executive-ready presentation formats.

Skills

Bachelor's degree candidate

Internship experience

GPA 3.0+

MS Office proficiency

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Time management

Leadership experience

Travel up to 20%

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.

We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals.

Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com .

Job Summary

Are you a motivated and talented individual seeking an opportunity to excel and grow into a dynamic leader? Look no further than the Acuity Inc. Internship Program!

The Acuity Inc. Internship Program offers a 10–12-week immersive experience (June – August, 40 hours/week) designed to cultivate high-potential candidates through hands-on projects and real-world experiences. Interns will align their strengths and interests with the strategic needs of the business.

In addition to contributing to impactful projects and transformative processes, interns will have the chance to network with leaders across Acuity Inc.

We prefer interns who have one or two semesters remaining in their degree program, as they will be eligible for our BUILD Program upon completing the internship. Our BUILD Program is a full-time, entry-level rotational program that allows recent graduates to explore various areas within a functional domain. These experiences enable young talent to expand their skill set, build their network within the company, and discover their passions early in their careers.

This is a fully onsite position. Employees are expected to work from our Atlanta, GA office five days per week.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

While specific projects and activities may vary, you can expect to:

• Support identification, evaluation, and prioritization of growth opportunities and investments aligned within AYI strategic goals. This may involve the building of company profiles, financial review and analysis, and development of potential deal assessment presentations
• Support assessment of industries and competitive landscape for Acuity's businesses, helping to identify emerging trends and growth opportunities that ultimately inform strategic planning discussions
• Support execution of internal corporate finance and strategic initiatives through cross-functional partnership, with frequent engagement with senior management
• Develop core corporate finance skills including financial statement analysis, financial modeling, and company valuation
• Develop the ability to analyze, synthesize, and translate data into executive-ready presentation formats

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree
• Relevant internship or project experience
• A minimum GPA of 3.0
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven problem-solving capabilities
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Experience leading teams or organizations
• Up to 20% travel

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accommodation in the Application Process: Acuity Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws requiring reasonable accommodation of persons with disabilities in employment. This includes the provision of reasonable accommodation in the application process. If you believe you need reasonable accommodation to assist with our online application system or any aspect of the application process, please contact Human Resources at [phone], and select option 4. Please be prepared to identify the requisition / position applied for and the aspect of the application process for which you believe accommodation is needed. The company will engage in an interactive process with you to better understand the request and to determine whether reasonable accommodation is needed and available.

Any unsolicited resumes sent to Acuity Inc. from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to an Acuity Inc. mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Acuity Inc. employees, or to Acuity Inc. resume database will be considered Acuity Inc. property. Acuity Inc. will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

Acuity Inc. will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor, but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.