Guardian Data LLC

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MBA Internship – Summer 2026 Operations, Strategy, & Finance Location: In-Person – Northern New Jersey Compensation: Competitive Hourly Rate | Paid Timeline: May/June 2026 Start | 10 weeks | Potential to extend into Fall Position Type: Full Time About Guardian Data Guardian Data’s mission is to responsibly handle the world’s IT assets earning the trust of our partners, our people, and our planet. We are a leading service provider of onsite services for data destruction, data center relocations and decommissioning, secure IT packing and logistics, and customized solutions for end-of-life IT assets. Headquartered in South Hackensack, NJ, Guardian Data is private equity–backed and focused on scaling growth, operational excellence, and strategic expansion. Learn more: www.guardiandatadestruction.com About the Role Guardian Data is seeking a high-performing MBA Intern to support the SVP of Operations and Chief Financial Officer on high-impact initiatives across pricing, financial reporting, technology enablement, market intelligence, and M&A. This role offers meaningful exposure to executive decision-making and enterprise-level financial and strategic projects. The intern will work cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, and Sales to deliver data-driven insights that directly influence business growth and performance. Key Responsibilities • Financial Modeling & Pricing: Build pricing and revenue models to improve win rates, margins, and sales effectiveness • Board & Executive Reporting: Develop and enhance Board and management reporting using Excel, NetSuite, and Power BI • Technology Enablement: Support rollout and integration of a new enterprise management system with Sales and Finance platforms • Market & Competitive Analysis: Research industry trends, competitors, and growth opportunities • M&A Support: Research and model potential acquisition targets Who We’re Looking For: We value rigor, ownership, and initiative. The ideal candidate is: • A current MBA student with a background in finance, strategy, operations, or analytics. • Fluent in Excel modeling and data storytelling. • Familiar with ERP/financial systems (NetSuite a plus). • Skilled in competitive research and industry analysis. • Interested in private equity-backed companies and growth-stage operations. • A clear communicator who is highly organized, ethical, and eager to learn by doing. Why Guardian? • You’ll work directly with executive leadership. • You’ll see the inside of a private equity-backed transformation. • You’ll own projects with real bottom-line impact. • You’ll gain visibility into every part of the business—from truck logistics to boardroom strategy.