Corporate Development Intern (MBA)
FabFitFun, one of the fastest growing companies in L.A. and the U.S. according to Inc, Forbes and E&Y, is seeking a Corporate Development & Strategy MBA Intern to join our growing team in the West Hollywood HQ for the Spring 2019 Semester. In this role your will help to source and evaluate new M&A, investment and partnership opportunities as well as assist in guiding the company’s overall strategy. Reporting directly to the Head of Corporate Dev & Strategy, you will research new markets and companies in the women’s lifestyle sphere and translate data into actionable insights. The ideal candidate will think strategically, independently, and creatively to help grow and expand upon the company’s revenue and business verticals.
What You’ll Do:
- Maintain a pipeline tracker of all active M&A and investment opportunities
- Prepare and evaluate investment memos for potential M&A / investment opportunities
- Source and take initial meetings with prospective M&A / investment opportunities
- Create and maintain relevant databases
- Research important events, fairs, shows, conferences, etc. for the team to attend or speak and maintain up to date calendar (attend selected events as well)
- Assist in the ideation and structuring of major strategic partnerships / decisions
What you'll bring:
- Currently pursuing Bachelor's or Master's in Business, finance, or a related field
- 1-2 years of professional internship experience in a fast-paced environment (investment banking, venture capital or ecommerce experience is a plus)
- Strong communication, organizational, attention to detail, writing and presentation skills
- Entrepreneurial, self-starter with hands-on approach and positive attitude
- Proficient knowledge of PowerPoint, Excel, and Word (as well as have an aptitude with technology)
What You’ll Get:
- Daily impact on one of the fastest growing companies in the US that is revolutionizing ecommerce
- Catered meals 3x/week
- Kitchen stocked with great snacks and drinks
- Dog-friendly office
- Paid parking