Corporate Development Intern

What Makes Working at Sezzle Awesome?

At Sezzle, we are more than just brilliant engineers, passionate data enthusiasts, out-of-the-box thinkers, and determined innovators; we are skilled musicians, yogis, cyclists, chefs, golfers, dog-lovers, and rock-climbers. We believe in surrounding ourselves with not only the best and the brightest individuals, but those that are unique and purpose-driven in all that they do. Sezzle recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting our mission.

Our culture is not defined by a certain set of perks designed to give the illusion of the traditional startup culture, but rather, it is the visible example living in every employee that we hire.

The Position

As a Fall/Spring Corporate Development, Investor Relations (IR), and Public Relations (PR) Intern, you will report to a Corporate Development, IR and PR Associate, who is responsible for M&A, capital markets, investor relations, public relations, operational efficiencies, and strategic projects. The Intern is a role that will be heavily involved in all aspects of Sezzle’s corporate strategy. You will have an opportunity to impact strategy, conduct financial analysis, research market opportunities, assist in the quarterly earnings and media/PR process, and operate as an internal consultant to Sezzle’s executive leadership.

Sezzle is a fast-paced environment and the Corporate Development, IR and PR Intern will be given ownership and autonomy. The ideal candidate will bring experience in management consulting, VC/PE, investment banking, or brand/product management.

What You'll Do

• Support all aspects of Sezzle’s corporate development, investor relations, and public relations function
• Leverage research, data, and analysis to make strategic recommendations to Sezzle’s executive leadership
• Support the team in the development of earnings presentations, press releases, and other market-facing material
• Execute ad-hoc projects for the C-suite and department leaders 
• Collaborate with Finance to execute deal review models and other financial modeling that will guide strategic decision making efforts
• Monitor and analyze industry trends, new entrants, new products, and new opportunities  
• Champion and further Sezzle's mission to financially empower the next generation 

What We Look For

• Ideally a junior or senior at a top undergraduate institution, with previous internship experience in investment banking, management consulting, product, VC/PE firm, or a relevant role at a fast-paced startup
• Strong data analytics skill (ability to use SQL is a plus)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong financial modeling skills and understanding of valuation techniques
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, set strategy, and solve problems
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with C-level executives
• Experience working in or consulting for payments, fintech, eCommerce, and/or retail industries a plus

About You

• You have relentlessly high standards - many people may think your standards are unreasonably high. You are continually raising the bar and driving those around you to deliver great results. You make sure that defects do not get sent down the line and that problems are fixed so they stay fixed.
• You're not bound by convention - your success—and much of the fun—lies in developing new ways to do things
• You have a bias for action - speed matters in business. Many decisions and actions are reversible and do not need extensive study. We value calculated risk-taking.
• You earn trust - you listen attentively, speak candidly, and treat others respectfully.
• You have backbone; disagree, then commit - you can respectfully challenge decisions when you disagree, even when doing so is uncomfortable or exhausting. You have conviction and are tenacious. You do not compromise for the sake of social cohesion. Once a decision is determined, you commit wholly.
• You deliver results - you focus on the key inputs and deliver them with the right quality and in a timely fashion. Despite setbacks, you rise to the occasion and never settle.

Sezzle provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, familial status, veteran or military status, status regarding public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Sezzle recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting our mission.

Compensation:

The compensation range for the role is $18 - $22 / hour. Our ranges are very broad to accommodate all types of candidates and encourage growth. Specific compensation offered to a candidate may be dependent on factors such as education, experience, qualifications, and alignment with market data. Exceptional candidates may receive salaries outside of the posted ranges.

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