M&A & Strategy Intern — Corporate Growth (Houston)

hmhw

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 18,000 - 24,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

HMH is seeking an Corporate Development Intern in Houston for a 12-week program (May 2027 start). You will support growth strategies through market research, financial analysis, and deal screening to inform senior leadership decisions.

You will build financial models, assist due diligence, and help with integration planning while collaborating with global teams. Ideal candidates are pursuing a business degree, have strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, and are eager to learn in a dynamic

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor or Graduate degree in business-related field; finance/economics a plus.
Minimum GPA 3.0 with Junior/Senior or MBA status.
Professional communication with senior management and global teams.
Strong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
Multilingual a plus; ability to work in fast-paced environment.
Interest in M&A, strategy or energy industry is a plus.
Experience with financial data tools (Capital IQ, Bloomberg) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Conduct market, industry, and competitive research to support strategic decisions and deal sourcing.
Identify and evaluate potential acquisition targets and growth opportunities.
Build and analyze financial models and business cases.
Support valuation, due diligence, and transaction execution activities.
Prepare presentations and analyses for senior management.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on integration planning and strategic projects.
Other duties as assigned.