About the role#
The Financial Institutions Group at D.A. Davidson is hiring for a Summer Analyst position for the summer of 2027. This is a 10-week, full-time internship program based in our Chicago office. You will work alongside deal teams on mergers and acquisitions, public offerings, and private placements. This program serves as a pipeline for our permanent Analyst roles.
What you'll do#
- Research and prepare materials for pitch books and client presentations.
- Build financial models to analyze specific client projects.
- Assist senior investment bankers with business development.
- Collaborate with team members ranging from peer analysts to managing directors.
- Maintain and update the internal deal and contact database.
- Support deal teams with daily operational tasks.
What you'll need#
- Current status as a college junior.
- A minimum 3.5 GPA.
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- A general interest in and understanding of financial concepts.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Strong work ethic and the flexibility to work nights or weekends when deal flow requires it.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- This is a paid, full-time internship. We do not provide visa sponsorship.
About D.A. Davidson Companies
D.A. Davidson Companies is a diversified financial services firm founded in 1935. Based in Great Falls, Montana, the company operates seven business units including wealth management, trust services, and investment banking. It employs over 1,500 people across the United States. The firm functions as an employee-owned organization that focuses on providing personalized financial strategies for its clients.
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