Military SkillBridge Internship- Finance and M&A Advisory

Chamberlain Advisors; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost financial modeling certification

Networking opportunities in finance

Practical experience in M&A advisory

Job summary

A financial advisory firm is seeking dedicated military veterans for a SkillBridge Internship focusing on financial modeling and M&A advisory. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of military leadership experience, preferably in combat arms, and a passion for finance. The internship includes a financial modeling certification program, equipping veterans with essential skills to thrive in the finance industry. Responsibilities include conducting research, engaging potential target companies, performing due diligence, and collaborating with teams on M&A projects.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of active duty military leadership experience, preferably in combat arms.
• Desire to transition into finance and M&A Advisory.
• Willingness to attend financial modeling certification program.

Responsibilities

• Conduct qualitative research and data collection for acquisition target lists.
• Engage with target companies regarding acquisition potential.
• Perform early due diligence reviews and initial risk assessments.
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations based on analysis.
• Collaborate with teams for successful execution of projects.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for clients.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Excel

Tools

Excel

Job description

Military SkillBridge Internship- Financial modeling and M&A Advisory (Buy-side)

We are looking for dedicated and motivated active‑duty military veterans to join our team for a SkillBridge Internship. This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your leadership, problem‑solving, and analytical skills gained through military service in the fast‑paced world of mergers and acquisitions (Buy‑side Advisory). This position is right for you if you have 3‑5 years of active duty military leadership experience with a strong preference for combat arms and a passion to start a career in finance and M&A Advisory.

We offer a full time SkillBridge Internship to take you from military service to the finance industry. Our program identifies veterans who have a desire to cut their chops in finance, arms them with an industry‑leading financial modeling certification, and places them in finance roles with screened and qualified firms looking for transitioned veterans.

Our certified financial modeling program gives you the skills expected of those entering the financial world on day 1:

• Model the three financial statements
• Format and color code cells to industry standard
• Increase your operating speed in Excel

After passing the financial modeling certification, you will start an internship where you will develop skills in

• Qualitative research and data collection: Conduct industry and company research to build a prioritized acquisition target list with relevant target information
• Acquisition target sourcing: Conduct outreach to target companies, with the goal to engage in a dialog about future acquisition potential
• Early Due Diligence: Perform limited due diligence reviews, including basic market research, initial risk assessment, and fit with clients’ needs
• Strategic Insights: Provide strategic insights and recommendations to clients based on financial data and market research.
• Project Management: Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure the smooth and timely execution of M&A advisory projects.
• Reporting and executive briefings: Prepare detailed reports and presentations for internal and client use.

The Ideal Candidate Profile Looks Like

• This position is right for you if you have 3‑5 years of active duty military leadership experience (preference for combat arms, but not required) and a passion to start a career in finance and M&A Advisory.
• Honorable service and exemplary service evaluations
• Desire for leadership opportunities in the finance world after you prove your ability to “run through walls” in the short term
• Willing to virtually attend a no‑cost financial modeling certification program and test prior to transition.