Fall 2026 Buy-Side M&A Intern Columbus

Columbus, NE - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Headquartered in the heartland Copper Run is a different kind of investment bank. We focus exclusively on middle market transactions providing buy-side and sell-side M&A advisory on deals between $10M and $250M. We pride ourselves on delivering Wall Street execution for our clients while remaining grounded in solid Midwestern values. Our clients include top-tier private equity firms sponsor-backed companies and middle market businesses.

We are currently accepting applications for our Fall2026internship positions at our headquarters in Columbus. Individuals selected will gain hands-on experience with buy-side and sell-side engagements as part of a fast-paced team of dedicated investment banking professionals.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Your primary role is to support the deal team members in driving engagements
As a part of the deal team you will conduct extensive market research to find acquisition targets that match the desired client profile
You will assemble marketing materials draft confidential information memoranda put together pitchbooks and spread financial statements
Of exceptional value is the ability to sit in on calls including intro calls client update calls and cold calls to learn what to say when to say it and how to professionally connect with our clients and prospects

QUALIFICATIONS

College-level coursework in finance accounting economics business administration or other related field
Minimum GPA of 3.5
Previous work experience where you excelled in your duties (does not need to be industry-related)
Goal-oriented self-motivated and works with a sense of urgency
Attention to detail
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and meet task deadlines
Excellent team player with effective oral and written communications skills
Connects quickly with others
Dedicated to learning; inquisitive
Fundamental understanding of financial statements a plus
Experience working with Excel Word and PowerPoint required with the ability to quickly learn company-specific software

BENEFITS OF A COPPER RUN INTERNSHIP

Investment banking experience with direct exposure working under an Analyst while actively engaged with the entire deal team
Friendly energetic casual-yet-professional work environment
Company-provided lunch daily
Hourly rate dependent upon experience and educational progress
High performing interns will be considered for an internship extension (part-time during the school year) and/or a full-time job offer upon graduation

EEO STATEMENT (Equal Employment Opportunity)
Copper Run is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants and evaluate each on the basis of job qualification. We do not consider race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity pregnancy national origin ancestry citizenship age disability genetic information marital status status as a covered veteran status as a victim of domestic violence or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. This policy shall apply to all phases of the employment relationship including hiring upgrading promoting disciplining transferring reducing in force terminating and compensating personnel. Furthermore CR will provide reasonable accommodation.

Required Experience:

Intern

Your primary role is to support the deal team members in driving engagements
As a part of the deal team you will conduct extensive market research to find acquisition targets that match the desired client profile
You will assemble marketing materials draft confidential information memoranda put together pitchbooks and spread financial statements
Of exceptional value is the ability to sit in on calls including intro calls client update calls and cold calls to learn what to say when to say it and how to professionally connect with our clients and prospects

QUALIFICATIONS

College-level coursework in finance accounting economics business administration or other related field
Minimum GPA of 3.5
Previous work experience where you excelled in your duties (does not need to be industry-related)
Goal-oriented self-motivated and works with a sense of urgency
Attention to detail
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and meet task deadlines
Excellent team player with effective oral and written communications skills
Connects quickly with others
Dedicated to learning; inquisitive
Fundamental understanding of financial statements a plus
Experience working with Excel Word and PowerPoint required with the ability to quickly learn company-specific software

BENEFITS OF A COPPER RUN INTERNSHIP

Investment banking experience with direct exposure working under an Analyst while actively engaged with the entire deal team
Friendly energetic casual-yet-professional work environment
Company-provided lunch daily
Hourly rate dependent upon experience and educational progress
High performing interns will be considered for an internship extension (part-time during the school year) and/or a full-time job offer upon graduation