Corporate Development Summer Associate
Dallas, Texas
Job Description:
This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered.
At AT&T, we empower leaders to drive change in a fast-evolving, connected world. Your strategic vision will help serve customers and transform lives through innovative solutions and impactful connections.
Job assignment location is in Dallas, TX. This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location posted.
At AT&T, we are fueled by a passion to serve customers and connect them to the world in meaningful ways. Our services and innovative solutions are used daily by our families, our friends, and the community at large. And our work directly impacts the lives of millions of people.
As part of AT&T’s Corporate Development (M&A) team, you’ll support the evaluation and execution of acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and other strategic initiatives. Through our apprenticeship-based development model, you’ll receive formalized training and then become a key part of a deal team, giving you the opportunity to learn on the job and take on increasing levels of responsibility as you grow in the organization. You’ll work on transactions across multiple industries and product categories, and of various types and sizes, and get exposure to some of the most complex, transformative, and interesting deals around. And your work will help to shape the direction of one of the largest companies in the world. Our Corporate Development Summer Associates earn competitive base compensation with an annual bonus and an opportunity for accelerated advancement.
If this sounds exciting, then AT&T Corporate Development might be the place for you.
What you’ll do:
- Work closely with senior management to identify targets, define strategic rationale, and evaluate potential transactions
- Utilize discounted cash flow and other valuation techniques to assess economic value of potential transactions
- Create detailed financial analysis including pro forma scenarios to assess impacts to AT&T
- Develop presentation materials for AT&T Officers and the AT&T Board of Directors
- Support the due diligence process and the structuring and negotiation of term sheets and definitive agreements
- Play an integral role in actively managing both internal and external stakeholders and all aspects of the M&A deal execution process
What you’ll need
- Excellent analytical abilities and financial modeling skills, including working knowledge of financial theory, accounting, Excel, and PowerPoint
- The ability to deliver high quality and accurate work products in a timely manner
- High level of personal accountability with an excellent work ethic
- Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills
- Capable of quickly learning and assimilating new information and skills
- Willingness to relocate to Dallas, TX
What you’ll bring
- 3 or more years of relevant work experience in a finance-related field
- Pursuing MBA or master’s degree with a Finance or Accounting concentration required
- Received or will receive graduate degree by summer 2027
Our Corporate Development Summer Associates earn between 130,700.00 - 196,100.00 USD annually. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.
Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Caregiver Leave
- Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
- Adoption Reimbursement
- Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Extensive employee wellness programs
- Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories,
- AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
If you’re ready to make an impact on our business and your career, bring your bold ideas to a world of possibility. Apply today!
Ready to join our team? Apply today!
Weekly Hours:
40Time Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)Location:
Dallas, TexasSalary Range:
$130,700.00 - $196,100.00It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.
Job ID R-82589 Date posted 09/29/2025
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