Description
Vector Solutions is the leader in providing industry-focused SaaS solutions that connect content and technology. Vector’s unique product set aims at training and learning management, continuing education (CE), compliance, workforce scheduling, safety management, and more.
Our mission is to empower everyday heroes in the public, educational and commercial sectors to make safer, smarter, and better decisions.
Vector Solutions is seeking a Corporate Development Intern to support Vector’s M&A ambitions across its end-markets of Public Safety, Education and Commercial. As a Corporate Development Intern, you will work closely alongside Vector’s EVP of Corporate Development to identify, analyze and target potential M&A targets of interest and support transactions. This role is ideal for someone with a strong analytical mindset, financial modeling skills and an interest in technology and SaaS business models.
What You'll Do:
- Develop an understanding of Vector’s M&A objectives and perform research to identify companies that could potentially address these objectives.
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis / market maps to develop lists of potential M&A targets for consideration that are aligned to one or more key M&A objectives.
- Perform further research to analyze the companies and assess / crystallize an investment thesis for Vector for each, distilling insights and analysis into summaries for executive leadership consideration.
- Support financial modeling and valuation efforts for targets of interest.
- Collaborate as necessary with other functional teams (e.g. Sector leadership, Finance, Product, Sales/Customer Experience etc.) in course of target evaluations.
- Work with Vector’s trusted outside advisors as necessary in support of our M&A ambitions.
Requirements
- Must be a Junior or Senior pursuing a degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or relevant field.
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills (including familiarity with Excel and rest of MS Office suite).
- Self-motivated individual with a strong ability to drive results and effectively support a remote work environment.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Passion for the Vector mission and for corporate strategy.
- Hybrid role that will require 2-3 days in our New York Office.
What You Can Expect:
- Hands-on Experience: Dive into real-world projects and gain practical skills that will help you thrive in a corporate environment.
- Mentorship: Learn from seasoned professionals who are dedicated to guiding you, providing insights, and helping you navigate your career journey.
- Professional Growth: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities, skill-building workshops, and resources to advance your career and broaden your expertise.
- Company Social Events: Engage in fun and casual social gatherings that foster strong team connections and a sense of community.
- Career Advancement Potential: Demonstrate your skills, take on new challenges, and position yourself for future career growth within the company.
- Constructive Feedback: Receive performance evaluations based on clear KPIs and goals, with valuable feedback to help you excel and improve.
- Supportive Work Culture: Enjoy a friendly, inclusive, and relaxed work environment where open communication and collaboration are encouraged.
What We Value:
- Teamwork - Above all, we’re a team. We give and value feedback. We support each other, respect each other and work together to accomplish our common goals and serve our customers. Once we make decisions, we align behind them as a team.
- Customers First - Our customers’ success is our success. They are why we are here. We work to earn the trust of our customers and always deliver on our commitments.
- Make a Difference - It’s not a job, it’s a calling. We have passion for our mission, for our customers, for our work, and for sharing a fulfilling experience with our fellow team members.
- Inclusiveness - Uniqueness is powerful. Diversity, equity and inclusion guide how we build our teams and cultivate our leaders, creating a company that promotes a variety of perspectives and crucial conversations, leading to better outcomes.
- Act Now -We act with urgency. The best time to get something important done is now. We don’t wait and let perfection be the enemy of good.
- Curiosity - We love a good challenge. We’re scrappy, we stretch ourselves to be the best, ask questions, learn from our mistakes, and are dedicated to continually improving and growing.
- Ownership - We own the outcome and don’t pass the buck. The score matters. We hold ourselves and each other accountable. We treat company resources like they are our own.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Hourly Rate: $17-18
