Financial Due Diligence Intern - Summer 2027

About the role

The Financial Due Diligence Intern is a key member of the Transaction Advisory team, responsible for supporting financial due diligence engagements from start to finish. This role involves working closely with clients, management teams, and other stakeholders to gather, analyze, and present financial information in a manner that supports strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Perform data collection and analysis using Excel and other tools
• Work with offshore support teams to build and refine financial models
• Conduct interviews and gather information from target companies and management teams
• Prepare and present findings to clients and partners
• Collaborate with team members to ensure seamless project delivery

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• A strong academic background in Accounting or Finance
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency in Excel and other relevant software
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience with financial modeling and analysis
• Interest in mergers and acquisitions
• Experience with data gathering and analysis
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills

Skills

Key skills for this role include:

• Financial modeling and analysis
• Data gathering and interpretation
• Effective communication
• Project management

Benefits

Grant Thornton offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid sick leave
• Discretionary annual bonus

Pay

The pay rate for this position in the Chicago, Illinois office is $37 per hour.

Schedule

This position requires in-person attendance at least three days per week, either at a Grant Thornton office or client site.