MBA Summer Associate – Transaction Advisory Group – Performance + Commercial Due Diligence Canada
About the role
Description About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.
Performance Practice
A&M’s Performance Practice in Canada partners with corporate and private equity clients to drive sustainable improvements in operational performance and maximize value from transactions. Our team is organized into three core service lines:
- Performance Improvement
- Operational Due Diligence (ODD)
- Merger Integration & Carve-outs
The candidate may alternate between the Performance and CDD teams during the internship, based on the projects available at that time. How you will contribute:
- Analyze datasets to identify performance gaps and improvement opportunities.
- Support cost transformation initiatives, process optimization, and strategic recommendations.
- Contribute to the creation of implementation roadmaps, operating models, and business cases.
- Conduct operational due diligence (ODD) for potential acquisitions, with a focus on identifying operational risks, improvement opportunities, and value creation levers
- Support integration and separation planning for mergers, acquisitions, and carve-outs.
- Determine standalone cost structures for carve-out entities, including recurring and one-time costs associated with separation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate diligence insights into actionable initiatives.
Commercial Due Diligence
A&M’s Transaction Advisory Group (TAG) provides private equity and corporate clients with buy- and sell-side commercial due diligence (CDD). As a CDD intern, you will actively engage in developing hypotheses, conducting detailed research and analysis, and participating in comprehensive discussions with industry experts, management, and advisors.
The candidate may alternate between the Performance and CDD teams during the internship, based on the projects available at that time .
How you will contribute:
- Conduct in-depth market assessments by estimating market size and growth, and analyzing competitive and regulatory landscapes.
- Synthesize customer insights from surveys, interviews, and other data sources to support commercial diligence and strategy projects.
- Develop client-ready presentations and reports, and provide inputs on financial models and business performance analyses.
- Coordinate workstreams and deliverables across projects, ensuring alignment and timely progress.
- Participate in client discussions and internal team meetings, gaining exposure to how A&M professionals deliver insights and recommendations.
- Support business development initiatives, including preparing pitch materials and contributing to proposals.
- Collaborate closely with senior colleagues in a high-performance, analytical, and team-oriented environment.
What We’re Looking For
- Currently pursuing an MBA with a concentration in Strategy, Operations, Finance, or related field.
- Prior professional experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, private equity or a related analytical role preferred.
- High proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Working knowledge of Think-Cell, Tableau, Power BI, or similar analytics/visualization tools (preferred).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills, with the ability to deliver in deadline-driven environments.
- Self-starter with curiosity and intellectual rigor, eager to learn and contribute in a fast-paced setting.
Why Join A&M?
- Exposure to diverse, high-profile clients and complex business challenges.
- Hands-on experience across multiple service lines.
- Structured development, training, and mentorship from industry leaders.
- Opportunities for career growth and international business exposure.
- Dynamic, collaborative, and entrepreneurial team culture.
Your journey at A&M
We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.
We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.
Benefits Summary Interns are not eligible to participate in Alvarez & Marsal’s fringe benefits programs. Click here for more information regarding A&M’s benefits programs.
Canada Accessibility Statement
A&M is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process that meets our obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code , the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and any other applicable legislation. We strive to maintain a strong and dynamic workforce that fosters respect and inclusivity for applicants of all abilities. Should you have any accessibility need(s) and/or require accommodation during the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at HR@alvarezandmarsal.com and we would be pleased to assist you
Inclusive Diversity
A&M’s entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M’s core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. It is the A&M way.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws. Employees and Applicants can find A&M policy statements and additional information by region here.
Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters
Please note that as per A&M policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that A&M will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
About Alvarez & Marsal
Companies, investors and government entities around the world turn to Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) when conventional approaches are not enough to drive change and achieve results. Privately held since its founding in 1983, A&M is a leading global professional services firm that provides advisory, business performance improvement and turnaround management services.
A&M’s leadership is about a bias towards action and the willingness to tell clients what we think is needed. Our restructuring heritage sharpens our ability to act decisively.
Clients select us for our deep expertise and ability to create and deliver practical, rather than theoretical, solutions to their unique problems in addition to our independence/objectivity.
These are the core differences that distinguish us from other management consulting firms.
With over 10,000 people across six continents, we deliver tangible results for corporates, boards, private equity firms, law firms and government agencies facing complex challenges. Our senior leaders, and their teams, help organizations transform operations, catapult growth and accelerate results through decisive action. Comprised of experienced operators, world-class consultants, former regulators and industry authorities, A&M leverages its restructuring heritage to turn change into a strategic business asset, manage risk and unlock value at every stage of growth.
When action matters, find us at www.alvarezandmarsal.com.
MBA Summer Associate – Transaction Advisory Group – Performance + Commercial Due Diligence Canada
About the role
Description About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.
Performance Practice
A&M’s Performance Practice in Canada partners with corporate and private equity clients to drive sustainable improvements in operational performance and maximize value from transactions. Our team is organized into three core service lines:
- Performance Improvement
- Operational Due Diligence (ODD)
- Merger Integration & Carve-outs
The candidate may alternate between the Performance and CDD teams during the internship, based on the projects available at that time. How you will contribute:
- Analyze datasets to identify performance gaps and improvement opportunities.
- Support cost transformation initiatives, process optimization, and strategic recommendations.
- Contribute to the creation of implementation roadmaps, operating models, and business cases.
- Conduct operational due diligence (ODD) for potential acquisitions, with a focus on identifying operational risks, improvement opportunities, and value creation levers
- Support integration and separation planning for mergers, acquisitions, and carve-outs.
- Determine standalone cost structures for carve-out entities, including recurring and one-time costs associated with separation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate diligence insights into actionable initiatives.
Commercial Due Diligence
A&M’s Transaction Advisory Group (TAG) provides private equity and corporate clients with buy- and sell-side commercial due diligence (CDD). As a CDD intern, you will actively engage in developing hypotheses, conducting detailed research and analysis, and participating in comprehensive discussions with industry experts, management, and advisors.
The candidate may alternate between the Performance and CDD teams during the internship, based on the projects available at that time .
How you will contribute:
- Conduct in-depth market assessments by estimating market size and growth, and analyzing competitive and regulatory landscapes.
- Synthesize customer insights from surveys, interviews, and other data sources to support commercial diligence and strategy projects.
- Develop client-ready presentations and reports, and provide inputs on financial models and business performance analyses.
- Coordinate workstreams and deliverables across projects, ensuring alignment and timely progress.
- Participate in client discussions and internal team meetings, gaining exposure to how A&M professionals deliver insights and recommendations.
- Support business development initiatives, including preparing pitch materials and contributing to proposals.
- Collaborate closely with senior colleagues in a high-performance, analytical, and team-oriented environment.
What We’re Looking For
- Currently pursuing an MBA with a concentration in Strategy, Operations, Finance, or related field.
- Prior professional experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, private equity or a related analytical role preferred.
- High proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Working knowledge of Think-Cell, Tableau, Power BI, or similar analytics/visualization tools (preferred).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills, with the ability to deliver in deadline-driven environments.
- Self-starter with curiosity and intellectual rigor, eager to learn and contribute in a fast-paced setting.
Why Join A&M?
- Exposure to diverse, high-profile clients and complex business challenges.
- Hands-on experience across multiple service lines.
- Structured development, training, and mentorship from industry leaders.
- Opportunities for career growth and international business exposure.
- Dynamic, collaborative, and entrepreneurial team culture.
Your journey at A&M
We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.
We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.
Benefits Summary Interns are not eligible to participate in Alvarez & Marsal’s fringe benefits programs. Click here for more information regarding A&M’s benefits programs.
Canada Accessibility Statement
A&M is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process that meets our obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code , the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and any other applicable legislation. We strive to maintain a strong and dynamic workforce that fosters respect and inclusivity for applicants of all abilities. Should you have any accessibility need(s) and/or require accommodation during the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at HR@alvarezandmarsal.com and we would be pleased to assist you
Inclusive Diversity
A&M’s entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M’s core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. It is the A&M way.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws. Employees and Applicants can find A&M policy statements and additional information by region here.
Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters
Please note that as per A&M policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that A&M will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
About Alvarez & Marsal
Companies, investors and government entities around the world turn to Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) when conventional approaches are not enough to drive change and achieve results. Privately held since its founding in 1983, A&M is a leading global professional services firm that provides advisory, business performance improvement and turnaround management services.
A&M’s leadership is about a bias towards action and the willingness to tell clients what we think is needed. Our restructuring heritage sharpens our ability to act decisively.
Clients select us for our deep expertise and ability to create and deliver practical, rather than theoretical, solutions to their unique problems in addition to our independence/objectivity.
These are the core differences that distinguish us from other management consulting firms.
With over 10,000 people across six continents, we deliver tangible results for corporates, boards, private equity firms, law firms and government agencies facing complex challenges. Our senior leaders, and their teams, help organizations transform operations, catapult growth and accelerate results through decisive action. Comprised of experienced operators, world-class consultants, former regulators and industry authorities, A&M leverages its restructuring heritage to turn change into a strategic business asset, manage risk and unlock value at every stage of growth.
When action matters, find us at www.alvarezandmarsal.com.