Fall Buy-Side M&A Intern - Columbus

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 Fall 2026 internship 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 prospectsQUALIFICATIONS

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.