Search and Advisory Intern

Our Intern program is a paid opportunity that allows participants to contribute to the organization’s success while at the same time applying learnings from the classroom. This semester we will continue with a hybrid program and will offer each participant the opportunity to gain in-office experience for approximately 3-days a week. Interns are responsible for their individual transportation and housing needs. 

Intern Expectations:

• All Interns are expected to work 24-29.9 hours a week during the session. While each Intern will be working with a specific division, they will have the opportunity to learn about other areas within Excel, through lunch and learns held throughout the semester. 

Important Dates:  

• Our Spring Program runs from Monday, January 11th, 2027, through Thursday, May 6th, 2027.

Office Hours:  

• 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CT, Monday-Friday OR as agreed upon with advisor.  Days in office must be coordinated with Advisor’s schedules. 

Our Interns must: 

• Be available to work under 30 hours per week.  

• Be available to report to the Dallas Office approximately 3-days a week. 

• Have a senior standing in college (must have completed your junior year of undergrad) 

OR 

• Be enrolled in a graduate school 

OR 

• Have a bachelor’s or postgraduate degree.  

Interview Process: 

• Applications will close on November 20th, 2026.
• If selected, the expectation is that offers will be extended by late November.
• The program will begin on January 11th, 2027.

Search & Advisory Intern Qualifications:

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: 
  • Experience using Excel, Word, and Powerpoint is required
  • Experience with CRM tools is a plus but no required
• Possess strong project management skills
  • Must have the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and exercise flexibility as needed
• Outstanding organizational skills; aptitude to coordinate multiple streams of work independently with critical attention to detail 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, writing in a clear and compelling manner
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• A proactive and resourceful mindset; eager to learn and take initiative
• Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills; comfortable interacting with internal teams and external clients
• Possess a keen attention to detail and desire for polish and professional results
• Proven ability to conduct research, synthesize information, and prepare clear, concise reports or presentations
• Must be a recent graduate (bachelor’s or postgraduate degree), graduate student, or college senior

Search & Advisory Intern Expectations:

• Adhere to proposed project timelines, including collaborating with internal and administrative team members to deliver projects in a timely manner
• Prepare key search documents, including Search Timelines, Position Specifications, Emerging Profile Reports, Long Lists, and Short Lists
• Organize and maintain Pipedrive and CRM systems
• Assist recruiters in inputting candidate information and keeping assignments up to date
• Coordinate meetings with clients and candidates and support communications throughout the search process
• Conduct research and prepare documents and presentations to aid in the acquisition of new clients
• Assist in the creation and implementation of new internal document templates and user guides to drive inconsistency and efficiency
• Assist in client relationship management, including sourcing and sending client gifts, drafting communications, identifying outreach opportunities
• Manage internal utilization reports to track team capacity and project progress
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams – including sales, accounting, and creative– on various internal and client-facing projects
• Prepare document user guides in process improvement and consistency for our team

The pay for this position is: $15.00 per hour. Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the California and New York City Salary Transparency Law.