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 Fall Program runs from Monday, September 14th, 2026 through Thursday, December 10th, 2026.

Office Hours:  

• 9:00 am‐6:00 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 August 14th, 2026
• If selected, the expectation is that offers will be extended mid to late August.
• The program will begin on September 14th, 2026.

Search and 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 CRM systems. Assist recruiters in inputting candidate information and keeping assignments up to date
• Conduct research and prepare documents and presentations to aid in the acquisition of new clients
• 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 to aid in process improvement and consistency for our team

Search and Advisory Associate Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: experience using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is required. Experience with CRM tools is a plus but not 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 polished and professional results
• Proven ability to conduct research, synthesize information, and prepare clear, concise reports or presentations

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.