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About the company
Future Materials Group (FMG) is a specialised growth strategy and M&A advisory firm for the advanced materials sector. We work globally with companies in the advanced materials and high-value manufacturing sector to create actionable growth strategies. Our firm’s activities include market assessment, strategy development, and M&A transactions/deal flow.
About the internship
FMG is looking for a summer intern to join our Strategy Team. The candidate will participate in the company’s client-facing strategy and M&A projects. The candidate will be expected to gather and analyse market data, to develop benchmarking analysis and forecasting models, and prepare presentations for clients. Additionally, the candidate will support our internal market research, including our Advanced Materials Report which features both market commentary on the advanced materials sector and a financial/M&A review of companies in the sector.
This paid internship is an ideal opportunity for a candidate looking for a route into strategy consultancy. The small, boutique nature of FMG gives candidates significant exposure to the end-to-end consulting process and client engagements. The company’s head office is located at the Chesterford Research Park near Cambridge and candidates would be expected to be in the office 2-3 days per week.
Minimum qualifications
- Working towards or have a Bachelors, Masters or PhD in a relevant scientific field or business degree
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to collect, organise, analyse and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
- Experience in conducting independent research projects
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly PowerPoint and Excel)
- Excellent communication skills and ability to multi-task
- Self-starter mentality and the ability to work independently
Desired qualifications
- STEM degrees such as Material Science, Engineering, Physics or Chemistry
- Prior business work or consulting experience
- Business knowledge (particularly financial modelling) and/or past M&A experience
