Corporate Development Intern (Summer 2026) at PDQ · South…

Job Description:

• Before you apply, please note: 
• • Please note this is a hybrid role open to candidates in the Salt Lake City, UT area.   
  • Internship Dates: June 1 - August 27, 2026 (12 week internship)

As a PDQ Corporate Development Intern, you will have an opportunity to gain knowledge and experience working on strategic growth initiatives and M&A deals. You will work closely with the Head of Corporate Development, with exposure as well to the CEO, CFO, and other members of the management team and finance team. This internship encompasses not only hands-on experience but also professional development sessions, engaging events and opportunities to network with PDQ leadership and other teams. 

What you'll be doing:

• Supporting M&A and strategic partnership evaluations through market research, competitive analysis, and new deal sourcing 
• Participate in due diligence processes, including reviewing business, financial, and operational data as well as financial modeling and valuation analyses to support investment decisions 
• Prepare presentations and reports for the senior leadership team and board to summarize findings and recommendations on acquisitions and strategic decisions 
• Assist in other projects supporting product strategy and operations 

We're looking for people who have:

• Reflective of PDQ core values of honesty, ownership, collaboration and improvement 
• Ability to work autonomously and in collaboration with team members
• High level of efficiency, accuracy and responsibility 
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and trends 
• Aptitude for math and proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint 
• Strong interpersonal skills 
• Undergraduate, majoring in finance, accounting, economics, strategy or a related field
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.5 
• Must be able to work 10-20 hours per week, between June-August 2026
• Previous internship experience in investment banking, consulting, venture capital, or private equity is preferred 

PDQ Perks & Benefits:

PDQ offers all of the great perks and benefits you'd expect from working at a very cool tech company, and even some you might not expect, including:

• 12 Week Paid Internship  
• 4 Day Work Week 
• If working in our SLC office: daily catered lunch, 7-11 style snack room, on-site gym and more 
• Experience working in a PE-backed, profitable, growth stage tech company 
• Exposure to projects that will build your resume and grow your skillset 
• Expansion of your network by connecting with leaders and PDQTs with experience and education from prestigious institutions (e.g. Goldman Sachs, Bain, BCG, Cicero, Piper Jaffray, Harvard Business School, Wharton, Google, Apple) 

PDQ is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, state, or local law. If you would like to request reasonable accommodation for a medical condition or disability during any part of the application process, please contact hr@pdq.com.

The majority of PDQ's full-time roles do not qualify for sponsorship of employment visas such as the H-1B visa. This applies to scenarios where a candidate might possess temporary work authorization during their schooling or after graduation (e.g., CPT, OPT), but would require H-1B visa sponsorship within a few years of employment to retain eligibility for employment.