Our Intern program is a paid opportunity that allows participants to contribute to the organization's success while at the same time applying learnings from the classroom. This semester we will continue with a hybrid program and will offer each participant the opportunity to gain in-office experience for approximately 3-days a week. Interns are responsible for their individual transportation and housing needs.ย
Intern Expectations:
All Interns are expected to work 24-29.9 hours a week during the session. While each Intern will be working with a specific division, they will have the opportunity to learn about other areas within Excel, through lunch and learns held throughout the semester.ย
Important Dates:ย ย
Our Fall Program runs from Monday, September 14th, 2026 through Thursday, December 10th, 2026.
Office Hours:ย ย
- 9:00 am6:00 PM CT, Monday-Friday OR as agreed upon with advisor.ย Days in office must be coordinated with Advisor's schedules.ย
Our Interns must:ย
- Be available to work under 30 hours per week.ย
- Be available to report to the Dallas office approximately 3-days a week.ย
- Have a senior standing in college (must have completed your junior year of undergrad)ย
ORย
- Be enrolled in a graduate schoolย
ORย
- Have a bachelor's or postgraduate degree.ย ย
Interview Process: ย
- Applications will close on August 14th, 2026
- If selected, the expectation is that offers will be extended mid to late August.
- The program will begin on September 14th, 2026.
Search and Advisory Intern Expectations:ย
- Adhere to proposed project timelines, including collaborating with internal and administrative team members to deliver projects in a timely manner
- Prepare key search documents, including Search Timelines, Position Specifications, Emerging Profile Reports, Long Lists, and Short Lists
- Organize and maintain CRM systems. Assist recruiters in inputting candidate information and keeping assignments up to date
- Conduct research and prepare documents and presentations to aid in the acquisition of new clients
- Assist in client relationship management, including sourcing and sending client gifts, drafting communications, identifying outreach opportunities
- Manage internal utilization reports to track team capacity and project progress
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams-including sales, accounting, and creative-on various internal and client-facing projects
- Prepare document user guides to aid in process improvement and consistency for our team
Search and Advisory Associate Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:ย
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: experience using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is required. Experience with CRM tools is a plus but not required
- Possess strong project management skills. Must have the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and exercise flexibility as needed
- Outstanding organizational skills; aptitude to coordinate multiple streams of work independently with critical attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, writing in a clear and compelling manner
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
- A proactive and resourceful mindset; eager to learn and take initiative
- Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills; comfortable interacting with internal teams and external clients
- Possess a keen attention to detail and desire for polished and professional results
- Proven ability to conduct research, synthesize information, and prepare clear, concise reports or presentations
The pay for this position is: $15.00 per hour. Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the California and New York City Salary Transparency Law.