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JefferiesCharlotte, NCGraduate

2027 Investment Banking Summer Associate Program – Charlotte, Consumer & Retail Group

Jefferies offers a 10-week Summer Associate program in Investment Banking focused on Consumer & Retail in Charlotte. Participants gain hands-on experience in financial modeling, valuation, and deal execution while working closely with senior bankers.

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Program Structure

  • 10-week Summer Associate program in Investment Banking at Jefferies, Charlotte office.
  • Focus on Consumer & Retail sector covering over 180 companies.
  • Includes orientation, training, and ongoing mentorship throughout the program.
  • Opportunities to work on live deals and pitch materials with senior bankers.
  • Social and educational events to enhance professional development and networking.
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Responsibilities

  • Perform financial valuation including DCF and comparable company analyses.
  • Build and utilize financial models for various transactions.
  • Prepare pitch books and live deal materials like offering memorandums.
  • Conduct industry and product research relevant to client needs.
  • Analyze detailed corporate and financial information.
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Candidate Requirements

  • Currently completing first year of a two-year MBA or equivalent degree.
  • Graduation expected between December 2027 and June 2028.
  • Strong academic background; finance or accounting helpful but not required.
  • Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills.
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Consumer & Retail Group Focus

  • Team of approximately 30 professionals covering 180+ companies.
  • Sector focus includes apparel, beverages, consumer products, retail, restaurants.
  • Completed over 225 transactions valued at $120 billion since 2012.
  • Recent deals include Dave & Busters, Planet Fitness, Shake Shack.
  • Strong presence in advisory, debt, and equity capital markets.