Corporate Development Summer Analyst

Corporate Development (M&A) Summer Analyst

Vertex Inc, a leader in Tax Technology and global SaaS organization is hiring 2025 Summer Interns for various departments within our Office of Strategy!

As an intern on the Corporate Development Team, you'll work with a small team and interface with business leaders across the Company to understand the innerworkings of the M&A process and accomplish the following :

• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of relevant industry sectors, including indirect tax and specialty content, e-invoicing, customs and duties, and enabling technologies including monitoring and analyzing relevant transactions that occur in the marketplace.
• Research and analyze industry trends, adjacent markets, and competitive landscapes to evaluate potential growth areas and strategic opportunities.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including business valuation, pro forma financial modeling, and scenario analysis to evaluate potential M&A, divestitures, and investment opportunities.
• Prepare and present reports, analyses, and recommendations to leadership.
• Assist in the execution of deals, including project management, preparing presentations, financial analyses, and business cases for current and potential transactions.
• Support the integration process after successful acquisitions, working to align acquired businesses with the company's overall strategy and operations.
• Collaborate with operational teams to ensure a seamless transition and realization of anticipated synergies.

Additionally, you'll participate as part of the 2026 Internship Program including Intern New Hire Orientation, speaker series, career planning sessions, team projects, and other events throughout the 12 weeks you're with us.

Internship Dates : May 26, 2026 - August 14, 2026 OR June 8, 2026 - August 28, 2026

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Other Qualifications :

The Winning Way behaviors that all Vertex employees need in order to meet the expectations of each other, our customers, and our partners.

Pay Transparency Statement : US Base Salary Range : $22.00 - $24.00

Base pay offered to new hires may vary based upon factors including relevant industry and job-related skills and experience, geographic location, and business needs. The range displayed does not encompass the full potential of the role, which allows for further growth and career progression.

In addition, as a part of our total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Vertex Bonus Plan (VOB), a role-specific sales commission / bonus, and / or equity grants. Learn more about Life at Vertex and connect with your recruiter for more details regarding Vertex's compensation and benefit programs.