About the role#
The Corporate Development team identifies, sources, evaluates, and executes inorganic growth strategies through acquisitions and investments. As an MBA intern, you will work with business unit leaders and product managers to assess growth opportunities and collaborate on initiatives sponsored by senior executives.
What you'll do#
- Partner with internal collaborators to develop strategic investment themes and assess potential acquisition opportunities.
- Identify product gaps and evaluate build, partner, or buy options.
- Conduct rigorous competitive, valuation, and financial analyses to inform strategic decisions.
- Coordinate M&A activities, including due diligence, data room management, and internal approvals.
- Support integration planning and handoffs.
- Build relationships with industry specialists to gain external perspectives on market trends.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a full-time MBA program with an expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2028.
- Excellent quantitative and financial modeling skills, including a strong grasp of core accounting and finance concepts.
- Understanding of acquisition and investment processes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience influencing stakeholders across organizational levels.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and build alignment.
- Familiarity with software development, architecture, or the legal aspects of acquisitions is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027.
- The role is based on-site in San Francisco or San Jose, California.
- The hourly pay range for this position is $37.00 to $50.00.
About Adobe
Adobe develops software for creative, marketing, and document management. The company serves a range of users from individual artists to large global brands. It operates in the software development industry and maintains its headquarters in San Jose, California. Founded in 1982, the firm currently employs more than 10,000 people.
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