KSM Corporate Finance Intern (Summer 2027)

KSM Internship Program

We're KSM, one of the top 50 largest independent advisory, tax, and audit firms in the United States. But more than our size, it's our people and culture that set us apart. We believe great things happen when people are supported, challenged, and given the freedom to do their very best work. That's why we've built a workplace where your career and personal life can thrive together where you have the flexibility to manage your time, the resources to grow, and a team that genuinely cares about your success.

We've been employee-owned since 2001, giving every team member a stake in our collective success. This ownership mentality fosters a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and excellence where new ideas are welcomed, different perspectives are valued, and you're encouraged to explore what excites you most. Whether you're expanding your skills, tackling new challenges, or making an impact beyond the office, we provide the resources and support to help you grow in the direction that's right for you.

At KSM, your contributions matter not just to the firm, but to your colleagues, clients, and the communities we serve across the U.S. If you're looking for a place where you can do meaningful work, build lasting relationships, and grow in ways that align with what's most important to you, we'd love to meet you.

Position Summary

An internship at KSM is your stepping stone to success and your first look into what life is like as a full-time analyst in our KSM Corporate Finance department. You'll become part of a collaborative and inclusive workplace as you build on your technical and interpersonal skills, take on real responsibilities, work on live projects, grow your network and learn first-hand how we deliver for our clients.

Our interns are given maximal opportunities to learn about the business at large and their specific role. The program will provide you with an outstanding understanding of the skills and experience to launch a long-term career with us. You will learn from the best, evolve professionally as well as personally, and build a firm foundation upon which to build on later.

Responsibilities

As an intern, you will have the opportunity to:

• Perform financial deal analysis using historical and projected financial information
• Perform and execute financial and industry due diligence
• Prepare client marketing pitches and management presentations
• Prepare valuation analysis and technical financial modeling analysis
• Participate in our intern orientation, technical training and development programs designed to expose you to investment banking and to give you the tools needed to immediately contribute to clients
• Experience, through on-the-job training and real, meaningful work engagements, how your academic experience translates to the professional environment
• Learn directly from experienced Analysts, Associates, Vice Presidents, Directors, and Partners with specialized experience and technical knowledge across numerous industries and services
• Work directly with a variety of clients across multiple industries ranging from start-ups and family-run businesses to multinational corporations
• Enjoy the many perks of a top-notch public accounting firm
• Collaborate with peers while forming lasting friendships
• Demonstrate your performance and ability to join Katz, Sapper & Miller as an Associate Accountant full-time

Requirements/Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree with a major in Finance, Accounting, or Economics
• Currently taking Junior or Senior level finance/accounting level coursework
• Ability to understand business models in detail, conduct in-depth market research, and have a basic understanding of M&A concepts.
• Including examining company data, including customer and product sales, conveying insights and trends to senior bankers, disseminating financial information, employing valuation methodologies to ascertain a company's enterprise value, and crafting market and company reports for analysis purposes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn firm specific software with ease
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment with all levels of client personnel in various industries
• Excellent written/verbal communication and collaboration skills

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, veteran status, or any other protected category.

KSM only accepts resumes directly submitted by a candidate and referrals submitted by current KSM employees. Unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles sent by staffing agencies and fee-based referral services will not be considered outside of a signed KSM vendor contract. KSM will not pay a fee to recruiters or agencies that do not have a signed KSM vendor contract.