Business Development Intern

Job Description:

At Sparklight, a Cable One brand, we keep our customers and associates connected to what matters most.

For our associates, that means: a thriving and rewarding career, respect for the communities where they live and work, a focus on health and wellness, an excellent work/life balance, and an open and inclusive workplace.

What you will experience


* Participate in a rotational internship program, spending an equal number of weeks across Corporate Development, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), and Business Intelligence, gaining broad exposure to the Company's strategic, financial, and analytical functions.


* Apply finance, accounting, and analytical principles to support core budgeting, forecasting, and business planning initiatives.


* Build variance analysis reports and detailed financial models to aid decision-making.


* Aggregate and manipulate large datasets to identify opportunities for increased profitability through revenue generation or operational efficiency improvements.


* Analyze diligence data for potential acquisitions and prepare comprehensive valuation analyses, including pro forma P&Ls, forecasts, and investment models.

Identify and evaluate any open items required to complete these analyses.


* Work with Business Intelligence to analyze company data for increased effectiveness in data driven decision making.


* Prepare and present analyses, key findings, and recommendations to senior leadership.

Qualifications


* Have completed at least three years toward a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, a technical/STEM field, or at least three years of military service in a military occupational specialty (MOS) related to finance, logistics, communications, or a STEM-focused vocation.


* Strong interpersonal, written, verbal, and digital communication skills.


* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.


* Prior exposure to data management and analytics tools, such as Power BI and SQL, is preferred but not required.


* Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail and organization.


* Highly motivated, intellectually curious, and eager to take on new challenges.


* Demonstrate creativity, integrity, professional skepticism, inquisitiveness, and strong business acumen.

Collaboration and Education Opportunities


* Interact with Company executives and third-party investment partners through educational and professional development opportunities.


* Develop advanced Excel, financial modeling, and presentation skills through hands-on training.


* Gain exposure to M&A deal flow and the valuation process for acquisitions and divestitures.


* Receive mentorship from experienced finance and accounting professionals.


* Develop data-driven storytelling skills, including experience with Microsoft Power Point.

Core Competencies


* Committed: Values each and every customer, while working hard to keep their busin...