M&A Associate Jobs
M&A associate jobs are open from analyst-level to VP-track across investment banks, private equity firms, and corporate development teams, with specializations in financial modeling, deal execution, and due diligence. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
Our IT organization has a critical role in driving extraordinary business results. Through a strong partnership with other areas of our business, we bring innovative thinking to every conversation and deliver with integrity. We’re looking for people who bring great ideas and who make our partners’ ideas better. Intellectually curious advisors (not order takers) who focus on outcomes to creatively solve business problems. People who not only embrace change, but who accelerate it.
Job Description
As an M&A Consultant, you will support the integration of acquired companies into the Motorola ERP Framework. With a focus on growth and standardization, you are expected to deliver measurable business value.
Job Duties:
Provide strategic recommendations and apply business expertise to drive solutions for acquisitions and their management.
Assist in workshops, meetings, and project management activities.
Develop process maps to analyze current (as-is) and future (to-be) processes.
Document your work and present findings to the team.
Maintain accurate and organized records, reports and other delivery documents.
Requirements:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or Information Systems, with a graduation date on or after December 2026.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to address complex issues and develop effective solutions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for conveying ideas clearly.
Basic understanding of task prioritization and project timelines for efficient completion.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
Quantitative analysis skills and the ability to make data-driven recommendations.
Note: Candidate must be in the Chicago/Schaumburg office 2 days a week.
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Basic Requirements
High School Diploma is required
Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree with a graduation date of May 2028 or later
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.
Travel Requirements
None
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Intern
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.
Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
Our IT organization has a critical role in driving extraordinary business results. Through a strong partnership with other areas of our business, we bring innovative thinking to every conversation and deliver with integrity. We’re looking for people who bring great ideas and who make our partners’ ideas better. Intellectually curious advisors (not order takers) who focus on outcomes to creatively solve business problems. People who not only embrace change, but who accelerate it.
Job Description
As an M&A Consultant, you will support the integration of acquired companies into the Motorola ERP Framework. With a focus on growth and standardization, you are expected to deliver measurable business value.
Job Duties:
Provide strategic recommendations and apply business expertise to drive solutions for acquisitions and their management.
Assist in workshops, meetings, and project management activities.
Develop process maps to analyze current (as-is) and future (to-be) processes.
Document your work and present findings to the team.
Maintain accurate and organized records, reports and other delivery documents.
Requirements:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or Information Systems, with a graduation date on or after December 2026.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to address complex issues and develop effective solutions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for conveying ideas clearly.
Basic understanding of task prioritization and project timelines for efficient completion.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
Quantitative analysis skills and the ability to make data-driven recommendations.
Note: Candidate must be in the Chicago/Schaumburg office 2 days a week.
#LI-MP2
#LI-HYBRD
Basic Requirements
High School Diploma is required
Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree with a graduation date of May 2028 or later
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.
Travel Requirements
None
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Intern
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in M&A associate jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field
- Proficiency in financial modeling including LBO, DCF, and merger models
- Two to four years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or corporate finance
- Strong command of Excel and PowerPoint for deal analysis and client presentations
- Experience supporting due diligence, valuation, and transaction documentation
- CFA designation or progress toward it is preferred for many corporate development roles
Tips for Your M&A Associate Job Search
Tailor your resume to deal exposure
Hiring managers in M&A want to see transaction experience, not just responsibilities. List each deal by type, size, and your specific role, whether you built the model, ran diligence, or drafted the CIM. Vague bullet points get screened out fast.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists m&a associate openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by deal type first
M&A associate roles differ sharply between sell-side advisory, buy-side PE, and corporate development. Filter your search by those categories before anything else so your application materials stay targeted and your positioning stays consistent.
Show your modeling depth on paper
Most postings expect LBO, DCF, and accretion-dilution fluency. If your resume only lists Excel or financial modeling generically, recruiters assume you lack depth. Name the model types you've built and the contexts you built them in.
Prepare a deal sheet before you interview
Interviewers will walk through every transaction on your resume. Build a one-page deal sheet with deal type, your role, key metrics, and outcome for each one. Knowing your numbers cold is what separates candidates at the case stage.
Negotiate offer timing, not just the number
M&A associates at banks often receive exploding offers with short decision windows. It's standard to ask for a few extra days to evaluate competing offers. Know your comp benchmarks from public disclosures before the conversation starts.
M&A Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most m&a associates?
The companies hiring the most m&a associates right now include Alvarez & Marsal, Greenline Diesel & Auto Repair, and Deloitte, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest at bulge-bracket banks, large PE firms, and Fortune 500 corporate development teams.
How many m&a associate jobs are remote?
About 79% of m&a associate openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully remote arrangements remain rare for client-facing deal roles. Corporate development positions at non-financial companies tend to offer the most scheduling flexibility, while investment banking and PE roles are more likely to require in-office presence.
How do you become a m&a associate?
Most m&a associates start with two years as an investment banking analyst before moving directly into an associate role at a bank or PE firm. Alternatively, you can join a corporate development team after a finance or accounting role at an operating company. Building demonstrated modeling skills, earning an MBA from a target program, or completing a CFA are common accelerators for the transition.
Can you get an m&a associate job with little experience?
Breaking in without traditional banking experience is possible but requires a deliberate approach. Lateral candidates from Big Four transaction advisory, restructuring, or corporate finance roles are regularly considered. Completing a modeling bootcamp, building a deal sheet from internship or project work, and networking into middle-market boutiques rather than bulge brackets gives you a more realistic entry point.
What does the m&a associate interview process look like?
M&A associate interviews typically run in multiple rounds starting with a recruiter screen, followed by a technical round covering valuation, modeling, and deal mechanics, then one or more case studies or modeling tests. Final rounds usually involve senior bankers or deal principals asking behavioral questions alongside deal-specific technical follow-ups. The whole process from first contact to offer can run several weeks.
Where can I find and apply to m&a associate jobs?
You can find and apply to m&a associate jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and deal focus, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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