Summer 2027 Intern - Special Situations (Chicago, IL)

SC&H Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

SC&H Group is offering a Summer 2027 Intern position in Special Situations in Chicago, IL. The role is a 10‑week in‑person internship requiring 30–32 hours per week, four days on site.

You will assist with industry research, marketing materials, and collaborative deal work under senior bankers. Applicants should be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance with a 3.6+ GPA, and have experience or interest in accounting, valuations, or finance.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance, or other business‑related field.
• GPA of 3.6 or above.
• Accounting, valuations, or finance internship preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Perform industry research and prepare pitches for potential new clients.
• Assist with creating and editing marketing materials for active engagements.
• Work with senior bankers on a variety of ongoing deals across multiple industries.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Summer 2027 Intern - Special Situations (Chicago, IL)

Job Category: Seasonal

Requisition Number: SUMME001489

• Posted : September 7, 2026
• Part-Time

Locations

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Chicago, IL 60661, USA

Description

Our summer internship program provides students with hands‑on professional experience, networking opportunities, and access to SC&H fun while honing essential skills for early career success. For 10-weeks spanning June to August, our interns work on diverse client projects and receive guided mentorship in one of our many unique service lines. Our internship is in‑person at one of our offices 4x a week with an average work week of 30‑32 hours.

About our Special Situations Practice

SC&H Capital’s Special Situations team partners with middle market companies facing challenging situations to provide indispensable insights, a proven process, and the right strategy that quickly produces a strategic solution, often in the form of a sale or financing. Our experienced investment banking team promptly and efficiently addresses immediate and unique needs associated with various and complex challenges.

With over 175 years of combined senior‑level experience, our team offers extensive professional expertise across most industries—including healthcare, manufacturing, consumer, business services, technology, and government contracting. Helping clients with revenues between $10 to $300MM throughout the United States (and internationally), we deliver quick and tangible results that preserve our client’s business, help it grow, and maximize recovery.

Work with the special situations investment banking team to:

• Perform industry research and prepare pitches for potential new clients
• Assist with creating and editing marketing materials for active engagements
• Work with senior bankers on a variety of ongoing deals across multiple industries

Requirements:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance, or other business‑related field
• GPA of 3.6 or above
• Previous successful business experience; Accounting, Valuations, Finance internship preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to produce an outstanding work product or deliverable
• Transportation may include driving, walking or other public transportation (Metra or CTA) but at your own expense.

Skills:

• Exceptional integrity, values, principles, and work ethic
• Superb verbal communication, business writing, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent analytical, organization, and project management skills
• Willing to work in a fast‑paced and collaborative environment
• Tremendous attention to detail
• Ability to excel in a team environment
• Ability to think independently
• An interest in professional development

More information about our program and upcoming events can be found on our website here.

ABOUT SC&H

SC&H is an employee‑owned, global consulting and financial services firm – home to people who believe in the power of trusted personal relationships. Everyone here shares a passion for driving results, fueled by the genuine connections we forge. Our expert capabilities and exceptional service have shaped the firm’s longstanding reputation for excellence and impressive growth. But it’s the partnerships we build and the success we help deliver that make each day rewarding — for our colleagues, our clients, and our communities.

Recognized annually by Inc., Baltimore Business Journal, Accounting Today, and Inside Public Accounting as a “Best Place to Work,” SC&H is routinely named one of the fastest‑growing firms for organic growth in the United States. Our success is powered by 13 diverse practices at the intersection of finance, technology, and accounting; 430+ professionals across offices in Maryland, Tysons Corner / Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Chicago, and India; and a client base ranging from emerging growth to world‑renowned Fortune 500 companies. This is the place to build lasting professional relationships, grow your skills, and fulfill your potential.

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Salary & BenefitsThe rate for this position is $30.00-$35.00 per hour. Salary offers are made based on a variety of candidate specific factors such as candidate's skills, performance, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations.

As a 100% employee‑owned firm, SC&H offers the unique benefit of real equity ownership for every colleague with at least 1 year of service. Watch your stake grow as your tenure increases and the firm achieves success. We also offer a comprehensive health plan with multiple options to suit your needs, at least 4 weeks of paid time off, 8 firm‑paid holidays, 401k with employer match, and an annual firm trip for you and a guest to an all‑inclusive tropical location. Please note for all intern and extern positions, you are not eligible for the benefits outlined above unless you become a full‑time employee with the Firm.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

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