2027 M&A Summer Associate Intern

About the Role

Lincoln International is seeking Summer Associates to join our M&A practice. Summer Associates generally work in the firm’s Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco offices while interacting with our global team. The position involves interacting closely with the firm’s senior bankers and clients’ senior executives. Summer Associates are heavily involved in every aspect of an M&A transaction and master the ability to execute a deal from start-to-finish. Given our global platform, Summer Associates also receive a high level of exposure to international clients and buyers, further enhancing their experience. Lincoln International provides opportunities beyond typical roles to accelerate professional development and maximize career trajectory.

Responsibilities

• Performing financial analysis and valuations
• Conducting industry research
• Identifying and contacting potential buyers or acquisition targets
• Preparing confidential information memoranda and management presentations
• Hosting visits of potential buyers at client facilities
• Supporting senior bankers in negotiations
• Assisting during the due diligence and closing process
• Preparation of materials and active participation in new business meetings
• Contributing to the internal strengthening of our firm

Requirements

• Fluent in accounting and finance with strong business acumen
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Assertive, self-motivated, and desire to succeed in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Prior M&A, capital raising, or investment banking experience is preferred but not required
• Must be in progress toward obtaining an MBA from a top-tier program (2028 graduation) and hold an outstanding academic record

Lincoln International is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $175,000. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The range may be modified in the future and is only applicable for jobs performed in the state of Illinois, New York City, and the state of California. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on factors including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for bonus pay.

Schedule

Lincoln International follows a hybrid work structure with an emphasis on in-office collaboration. Employees work in the office Monday through Thursday each week, with the option to work remotely or from the office on Fridays.