2027 Business Intern- Kennett Square, PA

Overview

We don’t simply hire employees. We invest in them. When you work at Chatham, we empower you — offering professional development opportunities to help you grow in your career, no matter if you've been here for five months or 15 years. Chatham has worked hard to create a distinct work environment that values people, teamwork, integrity, and client service. You will have immediate opportunities to partner with talented subject matter experts, work on complex projects, and contribute to the value Chatham delivers every day.

Are you ready to explore the world of financial risk management and advisory? Chatham Financial’s Summer Internship Program offers a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience alongside experts in capital markets. Over the course of 10 weeks, you’ll work as an integral part of our client services, engagement, or operations teams; developing critical skills in finance, analytics, and consulting through meaningful, hands-on projects.

What You'll Do

Your experience will vary based on team placement, but past interns have contributed to impactful initiatives such as:

• Supporting work in interest rate and foreign currency risk, debt and derivative valuation, financial reporting, structured finance, client support, hedge accounting, and capital markets solutions.
• Assisting in data analysis, market research, client deliverables, trade reporting, and presentation development.
• Building business intelligence dashboards, enhancing operational workflows, and participating in collateral management and trade lifecycle tasks.
• Collaborating on a capstone intern project with peer interns and guidance from subject matter experts. Past projects have included:
• Designing client education materials
• Conducting SWOT analyses of new services
• Researching risk management best practices
• Developing strategic business plans for prospective clients
• Participating in weekly company-wide and team meetings, as well as intern social and networking events.

What You’ll Learn

Through a structured onboarding and ongoing mentorship model, you will:

• Develop a foundational understanding of capital markets, financial risk management, and Chatham’s advisory services.
• Hone your analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills in a real business setting.
• Discover your unique strengths through a mid-summer self-assessment and reflection process.
• Build a network of peers and professionals who are passionate about helping you grow.

Who We’re Looking For

We seek motivated, curious individuals with a collaborative mindset and a desire to make a difference. Ideal candidates will:

• Be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and entering their junior or senior year during Summer 2027.
• Be pursuing a degree in business, finance, economics, mathematics, or a related field.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Exhibit leadership potential and a service-oriented attitude.
• Be comfortable working with large datasets; experience with financial modeling and statistical analysis is a plus.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with additional tools (e.g., Python, SQL) is a plus.

Chatham Financial offers an entrepreneurial culture that rewards teamwork and innovation. We seek individuals who are natural leaders, quick learners, and fit our collaborative culture. Join us to develop your fullest potential, impact our clients and community, and kickstart your career in finance.

Apply now and become a part of Chatham Financial's legacy of excellence and innovation!

The internship program will begin on June 1, 2027, and runs through August 6, 2027. Applicants must be available for the duration of the program, Monday – Friday from 8:30am-5:30pm, onsite in your designated office.

About Chatham Financial

Chatham Financial is the leading independent capital markets advisor, delivering an integrated blend of expert advice and powerful technology to help you reduce risk and seize opportunity. With decades of capital markets strategy, execution, monitoring, and performance expertise, we serve as an unwavering advocate for your best interests and your innovation partner. Our technology platform unifies data across assets, debt, and derivatives, giving you unmatched agility, transparency, and insight.

It’s clear ahead.

Our commitment is to carry that light forward in every partnership, every solution, and every market we serve.

We help guide the way—giving clients the insight and momentum to move forward with confidence, no matter what lies ahead.