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Verizon

Retail Sales Associate

Wilmington, DE · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

As a full-time Verizon Retail Sales Associate, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career with ... Openness to pick up additional shifts and earn more income, typically during the summer months ...

Verizon

Retail Sales Associate

Middletown, DE · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

As a full-time Verizon Retail Sales Associate, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career with ... Openness to pick up additional shifts and earn more income, typically during the summer months ...

Troon

Recreation Attendant

Selbyville, DE

$14.50 - $16.25/hr

Bayside Resort Golf Club is excited to announce openings for summer seasonal Recreation Attendants ... This is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position ...

Troon Golf

Recreation Attendant

Selbyville, DE · On-site

$14.50 - $16.25/hr

Bayside Resort Golf Club is excited to announce openings for summer seasonal Recreation Attendants ... This is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position ...

fogelman

We invest in our associates with: * Competitive Biweekly pay + On Call Stipend + Quarterly Bonus Potential * Monthly Cell Phone Allowance & split renewal commissions * Summer Incentive Program ...

fogelman

$16 - $19/hr

... associates with: * Competitive Biweekly pay + $125 Leasing Commissions + Split Monthly Renewal Commissions * Monthly Cell Phone Allowance & Quarterly Shopping Report Bonus * Housing Discount * Summer ...

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How much do summer associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer associate in Delaware is $17.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Summer Associates?

Summer Associates are typically law or business students who work at a law firm, investment bank, or consulting firm during the summer break. This position is usually designed as an internship for students to gain practical experience, learn about the firm’s culture, and potentially secure a full-time job offer after graduation. Summer Associates often participate in real client work, networking events, and training sessions. The role provides valuable insight into the industry and helps students build professional connections.

What Is a Summer Associate Job?

A summer associate job is an intern opportunity in which you can gain practical experience and learn the skills of your trade. Industries from construction to entertainment offer summer associate jobs, but the legal industry is the most common for summer associate jobs. As a law student, you can find summer associate jobs after your first and second years of law school. Your job duties as a legal summer associate include drafting motions and other legal documents, practicing in mock trials, observing or performing litigation alongside an experienced lawyer in court, and conducting legal research.

What can I expect in terms of mentorship and feedback as a Summer Associate?

As a Summer Associate, you will typically be paired with a mentor or supervisor who will guide you through projects and help you acclimate to the firm's culture. Regular feedback sessions are common, both informally during daily work and formally through mid-summer and end-of-program reviews. You'll have opportunities to collaborate with various team members, attend training sessions, and participate in networking events designed specifically for associates. This supportive environment is intended to help you develop professional skills and gain insight into potential career paths within the organization.

What is the difference between Summer Associate vs Summer Intern?

AspectSummer AssociateSummer Intern
CredentialsTypically law students or graduate students in related fieldsUndergraduate students or early-stage graduate students
Work EnvironmentHigh-level legal or professional projects, often client-facingSupport roles, assisting with research and administrative tasks
Employer & Industry UsageLaw firms, consulting firms, investment banksLaw firms, corporations, non-profits

Summer Associates usually have more advanced credentials and work on substantive projects, often with client interaction, while Summer Interns typically perform supportive tasks suitable for early-stage students. Both roles provide valuable industry exposure but differ in responsibilities and experience level.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Summer Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Associate, you generally need strong academic credentials, analytical skills, and the ability to conduct thorough research, often supported by progress toward a relevant degree (such as law, business, or finance). Familiarity with industry-specific tools—like legal research databases, financial modeling software, or project management platforms—is typically expected. Exceptional communication, teamwork, and time management skills help candidates stand out in this role. These competencies are essential for delivering high-quality work, adapting quickly to new challenges, and contributing effectively during a short-term, intensive program.
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Infographic showing various Summer Associate job openings in Delaware as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,466 per year, or $17.5 per hour.
Corporate Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Associate

Corporate Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Associate

Corteva Agriscience

Wilmington, DE • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted just now

Job description

Who are we, and what do we do?
Vylor, the seed and gene editing spin out of Corteva Agriscience, is looking for a Corporate Mergers & Acquisition (M&A) Associate. The role will support senior M&A leaders in the execution of transactions and also be expected to independently execute small to medium sized transactions with limited supervision. The position provides an opportunity to be an integral part of the M&A team and work closely with global Strategy, Finance, and Business teams to support the execution of a diverse range of transactions including acquisitions, divestments, joint ventures, and early-stage investments while providing an excellent opportunity for growth within the organization. Key to success in this role will be a candidate who is a "do-er" not a "delegator" and a candidate who can manage multiple concurrent projects.
Primary Responsibilities - How will you help us Grow!
  • Support the identification, evaluation, and execution of strategic transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, early-stage investments, licensing arrangements, and strategic partnerships.
  • Support transaction execution throughout the deal lifecycle, including opportunity assessment, due diligence, valuation, transaction structuring, negotiation support, execution of definitive agreements, and post-close performance monitoring.
  • Develop and maintain detailed financial models, valuation analyses, business cases, and synergy assessments to support investment decisions and transaction approvals.
  • Assist the M&A team in developing and implementing modeling/valuation templates based on best practices (using select corporate and investment bank models as benchmarks).
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams across business, finance, legal, tax, accounting, strategy, and operational functions to support transaction evaluation and execution.
  • Support internal approval processes, including the preparation of deliverable documents / approval presentations to key stakeholders (i.e. business leaders, executive management teams, and the board).
  • Manage interactions with counterparties, investment bankers, advisors, and internal stakeholders throughout transaction evaluation and execution processes.
  • As required, support integration planning, synergy tracking, and post-close performance monitoring to help ensure achievement of transaction objectives.
  • Monitor, track and consolidate M&A activities for various stakeholders to support required education and governance for the Strategy and Finance leadership teams.
  • Assist the M&A team in establishing best practices including creation of internal databases; preparation of internal reports and presentations to senior management; and supporting the recruitment efforts including summer internships.

Education and Experience - What you'll bring to the table!
  • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics required. MBA not required but will be considered in conjunction with experience.
  • Candidate should have 3+ years of relevant experience (investment banking, consulting, or valuations). Strong preference for candidates who have 2-4 years of associate level experience leading or supporting M&A transactions in investment banking, consulting, or corporate development roles.
  • Relevant prior transaction experience in investment banking, consulting, corporate development, or valuations. Life sciences industry transaction experience is preferred but not required.
  • Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information, identify key value drivers and risks, develop actionable recommendations, and communicate insights clearly to senior leadership.
  • Detail oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Project Management: Experience with M&A project management including coordinating and evaluating findings from financial, commercial, legal, operations, and tax due diligence (DD) workstreams.
  • Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and quantitative skills including proficiency in assessing and summarizing financial models and highlighting key drivers, variances or gaps and fluency with Capital IQ, Pitchbook, and other similar platforms.
  • Financial Modeling: Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills, including: DCF, comparable company analysis, precedent transactions, accretion/dilution analysis, synergy modeling, and transaction structuring assessments.
  • Presentation Development: Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel, including development of executive-level presentations and investment committee materials.
  • Interpersonal: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently, as required; Travel as required to support transaction execution.
  • Technical/Functional Expertise: Relevant M&A experience and a demonstrated ability to play various roles within M&A transactions (with the potential to grow into a deal lead in the near future). Must be able to calculate company valuations, and integrate basic accounting, tax and business analysis knowledge into creative business solutions. Experience leveraging AI-enabled tools and automation technologies to improve research, analysis, reporting, knowledge management, and transaction execution workflows is highly desirable.
  • Influence & Stakeholder Management: Ability to build credibility and influence stakeholders across multiple levels of the organization. Demonstrated success managing competing priorities, aligning cross-functional teams, and communicating effectively with senior executives, external advisors, and transaction counterparties. Key to this role will be the ability to manage up, down, and across a globally complex organization.
  • Planning/Organizing: Provides a clear picture and timing of desired results. Establishes sound course of action for self and others to accomplish goals.

Benefits - How We'll Support You:
  • Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
  • Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
  • Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
  • Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
  • Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
  • Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program
  • Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits
  • Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.
Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.

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