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Mergers & Aquisitions Intern
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4/20/26
Southco, Inc.

About the role

Mergers & Aquisitions Intern

Location: Concordville, PA

Duration: Summer Internship

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm, hybrid working 

Reports to: VP, Strategy & Corporate Development

 
Position Overview: This internship will support the Strategy and Corporate Development team through in-depth research and analysis projects related to emerging technologies, potential acquisitions, and existing TouchPoint Inc. (TPI) portfolio companies. This role offers hands-on exposure to strategic decision-making, market analysis, and M&A-related research in a dynamic corporate environment.
Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct industry and market research focused on emerging technologies and innovative companies (e.g., medical robotics, humanoid robotics).
  • Research and develop acquisition target company lists, including detailed profiles outlining:
    • Business performance
    • Key product lines
    • Market strategy
    • Identified key contacts and leadership teams
  • Support ongoing research needs for existing TPI companies to inform summer strategy sessions and leadership discussions.
  • Compile findings into clear, concise presentations and written summaries for internal stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams as needed to gather data and insights.
Qualifications
  • Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
    • Senior Year Bachelor's or Graduate Level Required
  • Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information.
  • Interest in emerging technologies, corporate strategy, and mergers & acquisitions.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
What You’ll Gain
  • Exposure to corporate strategy and acquisition research within a growing organization.
  • Hands-on experience working with senior leadership.
  • Development of market research, analytical, and presentation skills in a real-world business setting.
 
Information at a Glance

Southco is the leading global manufacturer of Engineered Access Hardware with manufacturing and engineering facilities in the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific regions. From quality and performance to aesthetics and ergonomics, we know small touches make a big difference. The people of Southco are passionate about connecting with our customers to create innovative engineered access hardware solutions aimed at enhancing the "touch points" of our customers' products. With unrivaled global supply and support, innovative products and dedicated people, Southco provides customers throughout the world with the broadest line of high quality Access Hardware Solutions on the market today for applications in the Networking, Telecommunications, Computer, Automotive, Aerospace, Mass Transit, Off-Highway/Construction, RV/Caravan, Industrial Machinery, Marine and HVAC industries.

Benefits we offer our employees:
·    Generous time off – starting at 3 weeks of annualized PTO (first year is prorated based on start date), 9 company holidays plus 2 floating holidays
·    401(k) Savings and Investment Plan – Company makes automatic 2% contribution of eligible pay plus matching contributions of 50% up to the first 6% of eligible pay you contribute.
·    Employee Stock Ownership Plan valued at approximately 4-6% of eligible earnings which includes dividend payments after 3 year vesting period
·    Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) beginning first day of employment; company funds a portion of HSA for high deductible health plans
·    Company paid Life & Disability Insurance including: Short term, Long Term, and Life
·    Great Tuition Reimbursement program to support undergraduate or graduate programs available to all employees

You may apply for this position online by selecting the Apply now button. Southco provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Southco complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.