Investment Banking Summer Analyst - Hands-On Finance

Why Stifel Stifel strives for a culture that puts its clients and associates first: a culture where everyone belongs, everyone is welcome, and everyone contributes to the success of our clients, their careers, and the firm as a whole. Let’s talk about how you can find your place here at Stifel, where success meets success . What You'll Be Doing Stifel’s 10-week Investment Banking Summer Analyst Program provides students with a hands-on introduction to the role of an Investment Banking Analyst. You will work alongside our banking professionals, from the Analyst through Managing Director levels, to experience the Stifel culture and gain exposure to a variety of transactions, including merger and acquisition advisory services, debt and equity financings, and financial restructuring services. The program is structured to provide each Summer Analyst with the support needed for a successful summer, beginning with a robust training program focused on developing a strong foundation in basic financial analysis, accounting, and valuation skills. We expand on this training with opportunities for career exploration and development through our formal mentorship program, social networking events, mid and end-of-summer reviews, end-of-program group projects, and other significant learning opportunities outside of day-to-day delivery on projects. What We're Looking For Summer Analyst candidates should possess a keen interest in finance, outstanding academic records, and a commitment to extracurricular endeavors. The ideal candidate will possess both the following required and desired qualifications. Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced and challenging environment Excellent quantitative, interpretive, and analytical skills Demonstrated leadership and disciplined work ethic Excellent verbal and written communication skills Significant exposure to finance and accounting Ability to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative work environment with strong interpersonal skills Superior attention to detail Experience with financial modeling and analysis preferred Well-rounded set of interests and involvement in extra-curricular activities beyond academics. Strong candidates will also demonstrate leadership abilities through their involvement in these endeavors. What You'll Bring The program will provide Summer Analyst with an in-depth understanding of the daily responsibilities of an Investment Banking analyst. Interns will assume significant responsibilities that include but are not limited to the following: Support deal teams in creating, maintaining, and utilizing complex financial models to analyze company projections or potential transactions Perform financial and valuation analysis such as discounted cash flow analysis and multiple valuation analysis Conduct company and industry research and gain an in-depth understanding of sector trends Prepare client presentation materials in coordination with internal deal team and clients Develop a deep understanding of Investment Banking products and services by participating in client calls or meetings Engage in company and credit-oriented research and due diligence processes Prepare financial and transaction documents including marketing memoranda Contribute to the development and communication of proposals and advice to current and prospective clients What's Next Once your application has been received, it will be reviewed by a recruiter to determine if certain application requirements are met. If you are invited to the next step of the process, you'll receive an email invitation to complete a first-round video interview powered by HireVue. Please monitor your spam folder, as the email may get caught in spam filters. Completion of the HireVue video interview is required - your application will not be considered for further review until it has been completed. Following the review of first-round interviews, candidates will be informed of their application status regarding a final round Super Day interview. Investment banking offers are extended on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage that you apply and complete any next step actions at your earliest ability. Posting End Date: All applications must be received by December 14 at 11:55pm ET to be considered. Stifel offers several Investment Banking Summer Analyst opportunities in a variety of office locations. Students interested in multiple locations under Stifel and Stifel’s branded partners (KBW and Eaton Partners) are permitted to apply to no more than 3 Investment Banking opportunities. Education & Experience Pursuing an undergraduate degree with an anticipated graduation date between December 2027 – May 2028 Minimum GPA of 3.5 or above Resume must include expected graduation month/year and GPA Resume must be submitted in PDF format. Authorization to work in the U.S. Systems & Technology Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint About Stifel Stifel is more than 130 years old and still thinking like a start-up. We are a global wealth management and investment banking firm serious about innovation and fresh ideas. Built on a simple premise of safeguarding our clients’ money as if it were our own, coined by our namesake, Herman Stifel, our success is intimately tied to our commitment to helping families, companies, and municipalities find their own success. While our headquarters is in St. Louis, we have offices in New York, San Francisco, Baltimore, London, Frankfurt, Toronto, and more than 400 other locations. Stifel is home to approximately 9,000 individuals who are currently building their careers as financial advisors, research analysts, project managers, marketing specialists, developers, bankers, operations associates, among hundreds more. Let’s talk about how you can find your place here at Stifel, where success meets success. At Stifel we offer an entrepreneurial environment, comprehensive benefits package to include health, dental and vision care, 401k, wellness initiatives, life insurance, and paid time off. Stifel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Investment Banking Internship S