Advisory Intern, BDO Capital Advisors - Summer 2026 (Richmond)

Job Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

BDO is a place for energetic self-starters who think and act like entrepreneurs. The BDO Capital Advisors (BCA) Intern will be responsible for utilizing their educational background and organizational skills to complete a broad range of analytical and operational tasks under the supervision of more experienced BCA professionals to support the firm’s extensive transaction-related services. In this role, the BCA Intern will gain a deeper understanding of the financials and operations of companies across industries. Additionally, the BCA intern will develop an understanding of the M&A deal process, including sellside M&A advisory, buyside engagements and private placements. This BCA internship will enable the candidate to develop the skills and relationships necessary to launch a career in the field of investment banking.

BDO Capital Advisors, a wholly-owned affiliate of BDO USA, P.C., is a leading middle market investment bank that focuses on sellside advisory, acquisition advisory, capital raising and board advisory services. The firm has deep industry knowledge, extensive cross-border transaction experience and best-in-class deal execution capabilities. BDO’s investment bankers have collectively executed hundreds of transactions for clients including family-owned and entrepreneur-led companies, public corporations and leading private equity firms. BCA professionals leverage the full depth and breadth of BDO USA’s resources and sourcing network, which includes 75+ offices and over 12,000 professionals across the United States. BCA is a FINRA/SIPC member firm.

The BCA team specializes in providing sellside M&A advisory services to middle market clients with enterprise values between $25 million and $500 million. The firm has broad industry expertise having closed transactions across industries including the Manufacturing & Distribution, Consumer, Food & Retail, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Business Services, Energy & Natural Resources and Technology, Media & Telecom sectors.

BCA has reach with international buyers and insight into global M&A trends via the BDO International network, which has consistently ranked as a Top 10 global M&A middle market advisor by total deal volume. BDO International Corporate Finance operates in approximately 100 countries with over 2,000 professionals who provide investment banking services for clients across the globe.

Job Duties

• Constructs financial models focusing on transaction valuation work through comparable company analysis, precedent transaction analysis, discounted cash flow analysis and other industry metrics
• Assists in the development and composition of appropriate written documentation including tailored pitch books, offering memoranda, company marketing collateral, management presentations, valuation reports, and other transaction materials
• Conducts quantitative and qualitative data and industry data analysis
• Contributes to deal sourcing efforts by researching new and prospective clients as well as their respective industries to help compile pitch books and/or internal memos
• Other duties as required
  
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• N/A
  
  
  

Education

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program, required; focus in Finance or Accounting, preferred
• Completion of junior year of Bachelor’s, preferred
  
  
  

Experience

• Leadership experience, preferred
  
  
  

Software

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, required
  
  
  

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions as directed
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Seeks advice of appropriate superiors regarding issues related to compliance
• Understanding of basic accounting and valuation methodologies
  
  
  

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

California Range: $37.00/hr - $41.00/hr

Colorado Range: $30.00/hr - $34.00/hr

Illinois Range: $34.00/hr - $36.00/hr

Maryland Range: $30.00/hr - $33.00/hr

Minnesota Range: $30.00/hr - $34.00/hr

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $36.00/hr

Washington Range: $32.00/hr - $37.00/hr

Washington DC Range: $30.00/hr - $33.00/hr

About Us

Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.

At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.

BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions.

We Are Committed To Delivering Exceptional Experiences To Middle Market Leaders By Sharing Insight-driven Perspectives, Helping Companies Take Business As Usual To Better Than Usual. With Industry Knowledge And Experience, a Breadth And Depth Of Resources, And Unwavering Commitment To Quality, We Pride Ourselves On

• Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
• Empowering team members to explore their full potential
• Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
• Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
• Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
• BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.” Click here to find out more!
• Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
  
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

"BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability"