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Banking associate internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working banking associates, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Barclays, Baird, and Truist among the employers posting roles now.
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1st shift (United States of America)Please review the following job description:
Corporate Overview:
Truist Securities is the full-service corporate and investment banking arm of Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC), one of the nation's largest banking organizations. Founded more than 100 years ago, we offer large-firm capabilities in a boutique culture and value our vibrant workplace that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve. We pride ourselves on the career development of our teammates. You’ll work alongside senior-level management on real deals right from the start. We encourage and reward you to take an active role in helping our clients achieve their goals.
Summer Associate Program Overview:
The Truist Securities Summer Associate Program will run for approximately 10 weeks in the summer months. The Summer Associate Program will consist of:
- Activities: Networking socials, case studies and presentations, team-building projects
- Executive Speaker Series: CEO, Truist Securities Senior Leaders, among others
- Community Service: Opportunities to participate in various volunteer initiatives are provided and involvement is strongly encouraged
- The opportunity to interact with other groups and disciplines throughout the investment bank
Competitive Summer Associates will be eligible to receive an offer to return in full-time positions as part of our Associate program upon graduation.
Job Description:
The Summer Associate program provides the opportunity to gain exposure to a number of disciplines within investment banking. Summer Associates will sharpen financial analysis skills, develop an understanding of corporate markets and clients, and gain experience in corporate finance and with investment banking products through on-the-job training. Within each group, Summer Associates play a meaningful role in supporting internal and external clients.
As an integral member of the team, Associates play a meaningful role in new business development, due diligence, and transaction execution. Associates work with senior professionals to identify and evaluate opportunities and then meet with and present to prospective clients. Associates must demonstrate a mastery of financial and accounting concepts to facilitate the creation or review of in-depth financial models involved in transactions. Associates are also charged with drafting internal and external documents and marketing materials utilized in transactions. Associates often take a lead role in executing transactions and working with clients, attorneys, investors, interested parties and other senior professionals on a daily basis. As a result, strong organizational, communication and leadership skills are necessary to be effective in the position.
The annual base salary for this position is $175,000. During the summer you get a prorated hourly salary.
Location:
Truist Securities is headquartered in Atlanta, GA, with offices throughout the U.S.
The Summer Associates hired under this position will be placed in either New York, Chicago, Atlanta or Charlotte.
Minimum Requirements:
- MBA from a leading program with a scheduled graduation of December 2027 – May 2028.
- Minimum of 3 years work experience required
- Ability to understand complex financial products and desire for significant transaction execution responsibility
- Proven analytical ability and attention to detail
- Solid leadership and interpersonal skills
- Superior written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- At this time, Truist will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization, nor will we offer any immigration-related support for this position (including H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN-1 or TN-2, E-3, or sponsorship for U.S. permanent residence.)
Preferred Requirements:
- Concentration in Finance
- Previous background in financial services and/or experience as an Analyst
At this time, Truist will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization, nor will we offer any immigration-related support for this position (including H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN-1 or TN-2, E-3, or sponsorship for U.S. permanent residence.)
To learn more about Truist Securities’ Associate positions, please visit the Student Programs section of our website at www.truistsecurities.com/about/careers.
General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.
Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.
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Tips for Your Banking Associate Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer internships
Large banks and financial institutions open summer intern applications as early as August or September for the following year. Smaller firms and co-op programs post on a rolling basis closer to start dates. Check listings throughout the year so you catch early-wave openings at the employers you want most.
Build evidence your coursework and projects show
Banking associate intern recruiters expect limited work history. What they look for instead is documented proof: a financial model you built, a case study with a clear methodology, or a data analysis in Python or Excel with results you can explain. Have two or three of these ready before you apply.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus fairs surface structured programs tied specifically to your university, and your professors and career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time so you reach employers who don't recruit on campus at all.
Practice your interview format out loud before applying
Banking associate intern screens often include a case interview, financial modeling exercise, or technical question on accounting and valuation. Practice talking through your reasoning while you work, not just arriving at the answer. Interviewers weigh how you think as much as whether the final number is correct.
Banking Associate Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a banking associate internship?
Lead with coursework, completed projects, and a portfolio rather than work history. For banking associate candidates, that means documented financial models, case studies, or analysis work recruiters can actually review. Direct applications work well for smaller cohorts, and campus career fairs are worth attending since recruiters often move faster with students they meet face to face.
Can a banking associate internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for banking associate interns is consistent performance on real client or analytical work, available headcount on the team, and return-offer timing aligned with your graduation. Position for one by delivering quality work and building relationships, without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for banking associate internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large financial institutions and banks recruit their summer intern cohorts the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September. Smaller firms and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss the early waves at competitive employers.
Are banking associate internships paid?
Most professional banking associate internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry segment, and location, so the range is wide. Where an employer discloses pay, you'll see it on the listing. Unpaid arrangements are uncommon at the professional level but do exist at smaller firms and nonprofits.
What should a banking associate internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show the tools you used, such as financial models built in Excel, data analyses in Python or SQL, or case studies with clearly stated outcomes. Add relevant coursework in finance, accounting, or economics. Keep the resume to one page.
What is a summer analyst program for banking associates?
Summer analyst programs are structured ten-week internship cohorts run by larger banks and financial institutions specifically for students new to the field. They rotate interns through deals, client work, or departments and are designed as a direct pipeline into full-time analyst hiring. These programs recruit competitively and fill in the fall, so identify the ones that fit your profile and apply in the first wave.
Can international students get banking associate 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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