2028 Investment Banking Summer Analyst Program – New York, Mergers & Acquisitions Strategic Advisory

About the role

The 10-week Summer Analyst internship supports Jefferies’ New York M&A Advisory platform across Shareholder Engagement & Activism Advisory and Strategic Finance. Analysts work with senior bankers on board-level strategic and financial advisory engagements involving valuation, modeling, research, M&A, capital markets, and legal matters.

Role and Groups

• Support the M&A Advisory platform in Jefferies’ New York office.
• Work across Shareholder Engagement & Activism Advisory and Strategic Finance Groups.
• Contribute to high-impact, board-level strategic and financial advisory engagements.
• Work directly with senior leaders and subject matter experts.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial valuation, discounted cash flow, and multiples-based analyses.
• Build and use financial models for advisory engagements.
• Prepare pitchbooks, offering memorandums, prospectuses, and other live deal materials.
• Conduct industry, product, company, and market research.
• Analyze detailed corporate and financial information.
• Participate in financings and M&A transaction execution.

Candidate Profile

• Complete the junior year of a four-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent program.
• Graduate between December 2028 and June 2029.
• Demonstrate strong academic performance, professionalism, and client management skills.
• Communicate effectively through strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
• Work adaptably, independently, and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Program Experience

• Complete an orientation and training program before beginning day-to-day responsibilities.
• Receive support from colleagues serving as instructors and mentors.
• Attend social and educational events supporting professional development and networking.
• Receive formal performance reviews during the program.
• Contribute creatively and collaboratively to active deal teams from day one.