Valuations Intern

Job Description

Valuation Intern – Winter 2027 – Oakbrook Terrace, IL | Prairie Capital Advisors, Inc.

The Tone:
This is an internship role at Prairie Capital Advisors, Inc., located in Oakbrook Terrace, IL. Prairie Capital Advisors is an employee-owned company that provides investment banking, ESOP advisory, and valuation services to support the growth and ownership transition strategies of middle-market organizations. This internship offers participants an in-depth look at advisory services, providing valuable skills and knowledge that are transferable to many professions, with exposure to various client industries and engagements. The firm’s core values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, and Passion, combined with its employee-owned structure, emphasize a special environment built around successful people who are passionate about their work.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship / Early Career
• Type: Part-time (20–30 hours per week)
• Location: In-person, Oakbrook Terrace, IL
• Pay: $21–$23 hourly
• Mission: Provide an in-depth look at advisory services, gaining exposure to business valuation, ESOP advisory, and corporate finance assignments while working alongside project teams.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Prepares: Prepare client deliverables including valuation reports, presentations, and confidential marketing materials such as pitchbooks.
• Conducts: Conduct industry and economic research relevant to client engagements.
• Assists with: Assist with valuation modeling projects, which may include discounted cash flow modeling, creating guidelines for comparable company analysis, transaction screening, and LBO modeling.
• Participates in: Participate in project discussions and internal team meetings.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Actively working toward completion of an undergraduate or graduate degree program majoring in finance, accounting, economics, or another relevant field of study.
• Experience: Completed coursework in Financial Accounting, Corporate Finance, or Economics.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, and manage tight timelines in a team environment.