About the role#
As a Value Creation Intern for Summer 2027, you will join the Grant Thornton | Stax Transactions team. You will support private equity investors and growth-focused companies by identifying and executing opportunities to improve business performance. This role involves working across the full deal lifecycle, including diligence, integration, carve-outs, and hold-period value creation. You will gain exposure to strategy consulting, financial analysis, and market research while working alongside experienced professionals.
What you'll do#
- Support client engagement teams with research, analysis, and the preparation of deliverables.
- Assist with operational due diligence, cost optimization, synergy assessments, and integration workstreams.
- Conduct market, industry, competitor, and company research to inform strategic recommendations.
- Help collect and organize data related to revenue growth, pricing, sales effectiveness, and go-to-market strategy.
- Perform cost baseline, spend, and headcount analyses.
- Use data visualization and AI-enabled tools to accelerate research and synthesis.
- Develop financial models, spreadsheets, charts, and PowerPoint presentations.
- Participate in team meetings and shadow client working sessions or management interviews.
- Build foundational skills in consulting frameworks, project management, and communication.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics, Strategy, Marketing, or Management.
- A minimum overall GPA of 3.0/4.0.
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship.
- Interest in strategy consulting, private equity, value creation, and M&A support.
- Strong analytical capabilities and structured problem-solving skills.
- Foundational experience with Excel, financial modeling, and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with data visualization and AI-enabled research tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A collaborative mindset and high attention to detail.
Location & details#
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: Hybrid, with at least three days per week in-person at a Grant Thornton office or client site.
- Compensation: $40.00 per hour.
- Benefits: Eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, an employee assistance program, paid sick leave, and paid firm holidays.
About Grant Thornton (US)
Grant Thornton is a professional services firm that provides audit, tax, and business consulting services. Founded in 1924, the organization operates as a partnership with headquarters in Chicago. It employs over 11,000 people across the United States and other countries. The firm serves clients in 16 industries, including banking, energy, manufacturing, and real estate.
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