Strategy Analyst Intern Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Deal Strategy

Management Level

Intern/Trainee

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity
As a Strategy& Deals Strategy Value Creation Consulting Intern, you will engage with clients to support strategic initiatives for mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships, helping to maximize value and drive successful outcomes. Within our Advisory practice, you will be part of a team that guides clients towards sustainable growth and competitive advantage in today's dynamic market. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to the full transaction lifecycle, including deal strategy, diligence, execution, and post-deal value creation.
As an Intern, you will support teams by participating in projects, focusing on learning and gaining exposure to PwC's practices. You will perform basic tasks and conduct research while observing professional work environments. In this role at PwC, you will have the chance to work on a variety of assignments, each presenting different challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow, and you are encouraged to ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for our clients and contributes to our team's success.
Responsibilities
- Supporting teams in the development and execution of strategic initiatives for mergers and acquisitions
- Participating in the analysis and evaluation of business plans to determine feasibility and potential for success
- Assisting in the preparation of comprehensive acquisition strategy plans to manage program risks and meet objectives
- Conducting research and gathering information to support deal strategy and value creation efforts
- Engaging in the assessment of financial statements and trends to provide insights for decision-making
- Contributing to the identification and analysis of competitive advantages and market trends
- Collaborating with team members to outline deal structures and terms for business transactions
- Observing and learning from experienced professionals to gain exposure to PwC's practices and methodologies
What You Must Have
- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree
- Client service intern positions are entry-level and job seekers are traditionally either in their 3rd year of a 4 year degree program or in the 4th year of a 5 year program. Client service interns typically join us during the winter/spring or summer prior to their intended graduation year
What Sets You Apart
- Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Analytics, Banking and Finance, Biomedical Engineering, Business Administration, Business Administration/Management, Business Analytics, Computer and Information Science, Economics and Finance & Technology, Engineering, Engineering and Business, Finance, Industrial and Operations Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, International Business, Business Analysis and Management, Finance and Management
- Preferred cumulative GPA: 3.3
- Preferred major GPA: 3.3
- Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
- Supporting teams in mergers and acquisitions strategy development
- Participating in strategic initiatives for maximizing deal value
- Observing and learning from comprehensive deal lifecycle processes
- Developing skills in financial modeling and analysis for strategic planning

Travel Requirements

Up to 80%

Job Posting End Date

September 26, 2026The salary range for this position is: $29.25 - $48.00. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.As PwC is anequal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-workFor only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.