Banking Analyst Internships
Banking analyst internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience working alongside working analysts, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings cover Accounting & Auditing and Technology & Software, with BDO, Baird, and First Citizens Bank among the employers posting roles now.
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At Northland, our employees are the heart of our story—and we’re committed to their success! Please see below the details of this career opportunity and how it fits into our organization’s success.
Summary of the Job:
About This Role:
The Investment Banking Analyst Internship is the first step in Northland's investment banking career path and precedes the full-time Analyst position. Interns work on live deal teams under the guidance of Analysts and Associates, alongside senior bankers, across public equity offerings, private placements, PIPEs, convertible securities transactions, and M&A advisory engagements. The work is demanding and requires the ability to perform under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and produce accurate work on short notice. Interns build and update comparable company, precedent transaction, capitalization, and dilution analyses; prepare pitch books, management presentations, and transaction materials; conduct company, industry, and market research; and support due diligence and transaction tracking. Interns are expected to contribute meaningfully from the start, and exceptional performance is the primary pathway to a full-time Analyst offer.
The Ideal Candidate for This Role:
- Recent graduates of bachelor's or master's programs, or students graduating by December 2026, with a strong preference for candidates holding degrees in finance, accounting, engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer science, physics, or another quantitative discipline
- Strong academic record, ideally from a top-tier university with a rigorous quantitative curriculum
- Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
- Prior internship or relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, equity research, credit, transaction advisory, valuation, or another role involving financial analysis and modeling
- Demonstrated financial modeling proficiency, including the ability to independently build a three-statement model, trading comparables, precedent transactions, and a DCF
- Strong command of accounting, valuation methodologies, and financial statement analysis, with the ability to articulate and defend key assumptions
- Working understanding of capital structure, including equity and debt instruments, leverage, dilution, and liquidity
- Familiarity with equity-linked securities, convertible and preferred securities, capitalization and dilution analysis, credit analysis, or other complex financing structures
- Advanced Excel proficiency and comfort working with large financial, market, and transaction data sets; experience with Python, SQL, or other analytical tools is a plus
- Demonstrated ability to conduct rigorous company and industry research and translate quantitative analysis into clear, concise client- and investor-facing materials
- Strong analytical reasoning, attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Maturity and judgment to work directly with senior bankers, client executives, boards, and investors
- Demonstrated interest in investment banking and the capital markets
- SIE, Series 7, 79, and 63 required, or ability to obtain within 180 days of start
- Must meet the firm's U.S. work-authorization requirements; applicable sponsorship restrictions should be clearly stated in the posting
Preferred Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate combines a strong quantitative academic background with hands-on financial modeling experience, exceptional analytical ability, and a demonstrated interest in capital markets. Candidates who can independently build, interpret, and defend financial models and apply quantitative skills to complex financing transactions are especially encouraged to apply.
Candidates must possess unrestricted work authorization and not require future sponsorship.Work Environment:
It is anticipated that the incumbent in this role will work onsite at the posted location. Our onsite environment fosters innovation, mentorship, and a vibrant culture where ideas flow freely and relationships flourish. As part of our team, you'll experience the energy of our collaborative spaces designed to support your professional growth while working alongside talented colleagues who inspire excellence daily. Please note that work location is subject to change based on business needs.Compensation and Benefits Overview:
We offer a variety of benefits designed to keep you and your family physically and financially healthy. Not only do we offer a competitive salary and work-life balance, we offer benefits to match your needs:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401k, With Matching Contributions
Time Off Programs
Health Savings Account (HSA)/Dependent Care
Employee Banking
Growth Opportunities
Tuition Assistance
Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
Learn more about our benefits here: https://www.fnbo.com/careers/benefits/ .
To obtain compensation and benefit information related to this specific role, e-mail First National at TAGAdmin@fnni.com . To ensure you receive a response, include the number of this job (listed below) in the subject line of your message.
Job number: R-20261938Equal Opportunity & Belonging:
We believe that the quality of our employee experience is at the heart of our customer experience. One key pillar of our intended employee experience is Belonging. Belonging means we are committed to fostering a workplace culture where employees of all backgrounds feel valued, recognized, and empowered to be their authentic selves—no matter their role or where they are in their journey.
Learn more here.
Northland is an equal opportunity employer for all employees and applicants and makes employment decisions without regard to status or identity.
Click here to download 'EEO is The Law' Self-Print Poster
Click here to download 'EEO is The Law' Supplement for Federal Contractors
Click here to download 'EEO is The Law' GINA Supplement
Northland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer - Member FDIC
Northland follows federal law regarding the use of marijuana (this applies to all non-California applicants)
Application Deadline:
All our jobs will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days. Job postings may come down prior to 5 calendar days based on volume of applicants.
At Northland, our employees are the heart of our story—and we’re committed to their success! Please see below the details of this career opportunity and how it fits into our organization’s success.
Summary of the Job:
About This Role:
The Investment Banking Analyst Internship is the first step in Northland's investment banking career path and precedes the full-time Analyst position. Interns work on live deal teams under the guidance of Analysts and Associates, alongside senior bankers, across public equity offerings, private placements, PIPEs, convertible securities transactions, and M&A advisory engagements. The work is demanding and requires the ability to perform under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and produce accurate work on short notice. Interns build and update comparable company, precedent transaction, capitalization, and dilution analyses; prepare pitch books, management presentations, and transaction materials; conduct company, industry, and market research; and support due diligence and transaction tracking. Interns are expected to contribute meaningfully from the start, and exceptional performance is the primary pathway to a full-time Analyst offer.
The Ideal Candidate for This Role:
- Recent graduates of bachelor's or master's programs, or students graduating by December 2026, with a strong preference for candidates holding degrees in finance, accounting, engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer science, physics, or another quantitative discipline
- Strong academic record, ideally from a top-tier university with a rigorous quantitative curriculum
- Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
- Prior internship or relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, equity research, credit, transaction advisory, valuation, or another role involving financial analysis and modeling
- Demonstrated financial modeling proficiency, including the ability to independently build a three-statement model, trading comparables, precedent transactions, and a DCF
- Strong command of accounting, valuation methodologies, and financial statement analysis, with the ability to articulate and defend key assumptions
- Working understanding of capital structure, including equity and debt instruments, leverage, dilution, and liquidity
- Familiarity with equity-linked securities, convertible and preferred securities, capitalization and dilution analysis, credit analysis, or other complex financing structures
- Advanced Excel proficiency and comfort working with large financial, market, and transaction data sets; experience with Python, SQL, or other analytical tools is a plus
- Demonstrated ability to conduct rigorous company and industry research and translate quantitative analysis into clear, concise client- and investor-facing materials
- Strong analytical reasoning, attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Maturity and judgment to work directly with senior bankers, client executives, boards, and investors
- Demonstrated interest in investment banking and the capital markets
- SIE, Series 7, 79, and 63 required, or ability to obtain within 180 days of start
- Must meet the firm's U.S. work-authorization requirements; applicable sponsorship restrictions should be clearly stated in the posting
Preferred Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate combines a strong quantitative academic background with hands-on financial modeling experience, exceptional analytical ability, and a demonstrated interest in capital markets. Candidates who can independently build, interpret, and defend financial models and apply quantitative skills to complex financing transactions are especially encouraged to apply.
Candidates must possess unrestricted work authorization and not require future sponsorship.Work Environment:
It is anticipated that the incumbent in this role will work onsite at the posted location. Our onsite environment fosters innovation, mentorship, and a vibrant culture where ideas flow freely and relationships flourish. As part of our team, you'll experience the energy of our collaborative spaces designed to support your professional growth while working alongside talented colleagues who inspire excellence daily. Please note that work location is subject to change based on business needs.Compensation and Benefits Overview:
We offer a variety of benefits designed to keep you and your family physically and financially healthy. Not only do we offer a competitive salary and work-life balance, we offer benefits to match your needs:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401k, With Matching Contributions
Time Off Programs
Health Savings Account (HSA)/Dependent Care
Employee Banking
Growth Opportunities
Tuition Assistance
Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
Learn more about our benefits here: https://www.fnbo.com/careers/benefits/ .
To obtain compensation and benefit information related to this specific role, e-mail First National at TAGAdmin@fnni.com . To ensure you receive a response, include the number of this job (listed below) in the subject line of your message.
Job number: R-20261938Equal Opportunity & Belonging:
We believe that the quality of our employee experience is at the heart of our customer experience. One key pillar of our intended employee experience is Belonging. Belonging means we are committed to fostering a workplace culture where employees of all backgrounds feel valued, recognized, and empowered to be their authentic selves—no matter their role or where they are in their journey.
Learn more here.
Northland is an equal opportunity employer for all employees and applicants and makes employment decisions without regard to status or identity.
Click here to download 'EEO is The Law' Self-Print Poster
Click here to download 'EEO is The Law' Supplement for Federal Contractors
Click here to download 'EEO is The Law' GINA Supplement
Northland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer - Member FDIC
Northland follows federal law regarding the use of marijuana (this applies to all non-California applicants)
Application Deadline:
All our jobs will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days. Job postings may come down prior to 5 calendar days based on volume of applicants.
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Tips for Your Banking Analyst Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer banking analyst roles
Large banks and financial institutions close summer analyst cohorts months before the internship starts, often by October or November. Smaller firms and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings in September and revisit regularly so you catch both recruiting cycles.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Banking analyst intern hiring teams expect limited work history, so your projects carry the most weight. Document two or three financial models, investment memos, or valuation analyses with the tools you used, such as Excel, Python, or Bloomberg, and link to published work wherever you can so recruiters have something concrete to review.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which banks recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to firms running smaller analyst cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and increases your chances of landing an interview.
Practice your technical screen out loud before interviews
Banking analyst intern screens typically include financial modeling problems, accounting questions, or market-awareness conversations. Practice walking through your reasoning out loud, since interviewers weigh how you think as much as the final answer. Run through DCF walkthroughs, brain teasers, and fit questions until the explanations come naturally.
Target structured summer analyst programs early
Many large banks and financial firms run formal summer analyst programs built to train people new to the industry. These cohort programs recruit in the fall, fill fast, and are competitive. Identify the programs that match your target segment, such as investment banking, corporate banking, or equity research, and submit your application in the first recruiting wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 50% of the banking analyst internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you search, then filter by location and work type so you're not sorting through roles you can't actually take. Migrate Mate's work-type filter lets you narrow the list in one step.
Banking Analyst Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a banking analyst internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For banking analyst candidates, a portfolio of financial models, case study write-ups, or documented analyses gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a banking analyst internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For banking analyst interns, what drives it most is the quality of your project work, team headcount going into the following year, and how early return-offer decisions are made. Position yourself by delivering on real assignments without treating a return offer as certain.
When should I apply for banking analyst internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large financial institutions and banks recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often wrapping cohorts before the new year. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss an early recruiting cycle.
Are banking analyst internships paid?
Most professional banking analyst internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry segment, and location, so the range is wide. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it. Unpaid arrangements exist mainly at very small firms or nonprofit organizations, so read each posting carefully.
What should a banking analyst internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three documented projects that show the tools you used, such as Excel financial models, discounted cash flow analyses, or investment memos, with links to published work or case studies where possible. Add relevant coursework in finance, accounting, or economics, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote banking analyst internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 50% of the banking analyst internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is a summer analyst program in banking?
Summer analyst programs are structured, cohort-based internships at investment banks, commercial banks, and financial services firms designed specifically for rising juniors and seniors new to the industry. They run roughly ten weeks, pair interns with mentors and deal teams, and recruit heavily in the fall for the following summer. These programs are competitive and fill in the first recruiting wave.
Can international students get banking analyst internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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