Internship - Merger & Acquisition Analyst

Creative Metal Products (CMP), founded in 1995, is a privately held, managed-growth oriented company. CMP has an excellent reputation and an established track-record when it comes to rapid, high-quality production of innovative products. We fabricate individual components, assemblies or complete products to meet our customer’s unique specifications. We specialize in metal fabrication- using light- to medium-thickness metals. CMP serves a number of industries including- Electronics component and assemblies; Lighting/Energy; Industrial equipment- machine enclosures; Electrical Enclosure; Material handling equipment and storage; medical, safety and military.

Position Details:

Location: Hybrid - 1-day a week in office (Neenah, WI), perhaps on the road another day and calling/email remotely.

Job & Duration: Internship - duration is based off of what each the company and candidate see as most beneficial.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Generation & Strategy Formulation

·  Develop a strategic acquisition plan, identifying target companies within the machining industry (focus on businesses with $3M to $20M in revenue).

·  Utilize NAICS codes, ZoomInfo, and industry databases to build a targeted list of potential acquisition candidates.

·  Assess the strategic fit, financial attractiveness, and competitive advantages of identified targets.

·  Analyze alternative M&A strategies, including strategic alliances and joint ventures.

Outreach & Relationship Development

·     Craft and implement multi-channel outreach strategies (phone, email, direct mail) to engage business owner(s).

·     Conduct introductory calls and meetings with CEOs/Owners, laying the groundwork for acquisition discussions.

·     Assist in developing marketing materials and outreach scripts tailored to acquisition targets.

·     Provide regular updates on pipeline development and deal progress.

Investment Decisions, Valuation & Due Diligence

·     Develop reports and presentations summarizing acquisition opportunities for senior leadership

·     Assist in evaluating financial statements, risk factors, and business valuation metrics to determine acquisition potential.

·     Conduct due diligence activities, including synergy analysis and risk assessment.

·     Support deal structuring to optimize tax implications and shareholder value.

·     Gain exposure to capital structure considerations, pro forma financial modeling, and LBO transactions.

(Presuming a deal closes) Post-Deal Integration & Reporting

·     Contribute to integration planning to ensure successful post-merger transitions.

Required/Preferred Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Pursuing an MBA - Substantial plus
• Experience with databases like Zoominfo or other lead generation tools is a plus.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Excellent communication (verbal & written) and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong analytical, research, and financial modeling skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects.
• Willingness to take on additional work outside the scope of the job description.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly compensation of $20 per hour plus performance-based commission/bonus structure for successful lead generation and meetings.
• All travel expenses covered.
• Gain hands-on experience in corporate M&A strategy, financial analysis, and investment banking decision making.
• Work directly with target senior executives and build professional connections.
• Develop a strong foundation in business valuation, deal structuring, and corporate finance.