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Commercial Director roles on CPT sit at the intersection of business strategy and operational leadership, exactly the kind of integrated, degree-relevant work your DSO needs to authorize. Your curriculum must directly support the placement, so engineering or MBA programs with a commerce or management focus are the natural fit for this authorization.
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Alvarez & Marsal Private Equity Performance Improvement
Summer Associate, Commercial Due Diligence (CDD)
(LOCATION: BOSTON)
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.
The Team
A&M’s Private Equity Performance Improvement Services (PEPI) practice, with offices throughout the US, focuses on serving the middle market and large cap private equity firms who have engaged A&M to help improve operating results at their portfolio companies.
Our professionals are aligned with a PEPI service line to promote the development of deep functional skills & experiences and to maximize our ability to tailor solutions to solve our clients' business issues.
Our PEPI services include:
- Transformation Services
- Commercial Due Diligence
- Interim Management
- M&A Services
- Manufacturing Operations Improvement
- Supply Chain
- CFO Services
Role Overview
As an MBA Summer Intern in A&M's Commercial Due Diligence practice, you will partner with consulting teams to help private equity firms and corporate clients assess potential investments and strategic opportunities. You'll analyze markets, evaluate competitive landscapes, identify growth drivers, and develop actionable insights that inform high-stakes business decisions. The internship offers exposure to a variety of industries, meaningful client-facing work, and the opportunity to develop consulting, strategy, and data-driven problem-solving skills in a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Help lead well-defined analytical modules (e.g., TAM sizing, pricing analysis)
- Work to translate workstream objectives into executable analyses
- Contribute to expert interviews and customer calls
- Help review Associate outputs and ensure analytical quality
- Contribute to synthesis and storyline development
Success Profile
- Moves from “analysis” to “insight”
- Anticipates downstream questions
- Takes initiative and embraces learning opportunities, building an understanding of how project teams approach and execute core deliverables
- Demonstrates strong intellectual curiosity, proactively seeking to understand complex business challenges, ask thoughtful questions, and continuously expand their knowledge
- Prior consulting or PE experience preferred
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.
Interns will receive a total salary of $27,000 for the duration of the eight-week internship. Interns are not eligible to participate in Alvarez & Marsal’s fringe benefits programs.
This internship is based in our Boston office. Candidates who receive and accept a full-time offer may have the opportunity to explore placement in other office locations based on business needs and individual preferences.
Alvarez & Marsal recruits on an ongoing basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) that they are qualified for, and that are of interest to them.
A&M does not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment or continued employment. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Description
Alvarez & Marsal Private Equity Performance Improvement
Summer Associate, Commercial Due Diligence (CDD)
(LOCATION: BOSTON)
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.
The Team
A&M’s Private Equity Performance Improvement Services (PEPI) practice, with offices throughout the US, focuses on serving the middle market and large cap private equity firms who have engaged A&M to help improve operating results at their portfolio companies.
Our professionals are aligned with a PEPI service line to promote the development of deep functional skills & experiences and to maximize our ability to tailor solutions to solve our clients' business issues.
Our PEPI services include:
- Transformation Services
- Commercial Due Diligence
- Interim Management
- M&A Services
- Manufacturing Operations Improvement
- Supply Chain
- CFO Services
Role Overview
As an MBA Summer Intern in A&M's Commercial Due Diligence practice, you will partner with consulting teams to help private equity firms and corporate clients assess potential investments and strategic opportunities. You'll analyze markets, evaluate competitive landscapes, identify growth drivers, and develop actionable insights that inform high-stakes business decisions. The internship offers exposure to a variety of industries, meaningful client-facing work, and the opportunity to develop consulting, strategy, and data-driven problem-solving skills in a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Help lead well-defined analytical modules (e.g., TAM sizing, pricing analysis)
- Work to translate workstream objectives into executable analyses
- Contribute to expert interviews and customer calls
- Help review Associate outputs and ensure analytical quality
- Contribute to synthesis and storyline development
Success Profile
- Moves from “analysis” to “insight”
- Anticipates downstream questions
- Takes initiative and embraces learning opportunities, building an understanding of how project teams approach and execute core deliverables
- Demonstrates strong intellectual curiosity, proactively seeking to understand complex business challenges, ask thoughtful questions, and continuously expand their knowledge
- Prior consulting or PE experience preferred
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.
Interns will receive a total salary of $27,000 for the duration of the eight-week internship. Interns are not eligible to participate in Alvarez & Marsal’s fringe benefits programs.
This internship is based in our Boston office. Candidates who receive and accept a full-time offer may have the opportunity to explore placement in other office locations based on business needs and individual preferences.
Alvarez & Marsal recruits on an ongoing basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) that they are qualified for, and that are of interest to them.
A&M does not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment or continued employment. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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Get Access To All JobsCommercial Director CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Commercial Director role actually qualify for CPT?
Yes, if your degree program, typically an MBA, MS in Management, or a business-focused engineering program, includes coursework in strategy, commercial operations, or leadership that the role directly applies. Your DSO evaluates whether the placement is an integral part of your curriculum, not just related to it. The offer letter's description of your responsibilities is the document that carries the most weight in that evaluation.
Can I do CPT as a Commercial Director on a full-time basis?
You can, but full-time CPT carries a significant consequence: any CPT authorization of 12 months or more on a full-time basis eliminates your eligibility for OPT entirely. Part-time CPT, under 20 hours per week, does not affect your OPT clock regardless of duration. If you're planning a post-graduation work strategy that depends on OPT, discuss the format of your CPT with your DSO before you sign the offer.
What should a Commercial Director offer letter include for CPT authorization?
Your offer letter needs to state the employer's legal name, your exact start and end date, your weekly hours, the job title, and a description of your duties that reflects the strategic and operational scope of the role. Generic language like 'business support' won't satisfy most DSOs. The description should reference functions like revenue strategy, cross-functional leadership, or market development, whatever your curriculum directly supports.
How do I find employers open to hiring F-1 students on CPT for Commercial Director roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with CPT-compatible hiring histories, which saves you from pitching companies unfamiliar with F-1 authorization. Focus on mid-size to enterprise companies with established HR infrastructure, they're more likely to have handled DSO paperwork before and won't slow-walk the offer because CPT is new to them. The O*NET profile for this occupation also helps you frame your role description in terms that resonate with both recruiters and DSOs.
What happens if my CPT end date passes while I'm still in the role?
Working past your authorized CPT end date is a status violation, even by one day. You must request a CPT extension from your DSO before the current authorization expires, extensions require a new I-20 reflecting the updated dates. If you're in a semester break or your program is ending, confirm with your DSO whether continued CPT is permissible and what enrollment requirements must stay in place to maintain your F-1 status.