About the role#
This is a full-time, paid Summer Associate position for Summer 2027 within the Restructuring and Liability Management group. You will start the internship with a week of training in New York. Throughout the program, you will have access to formal mentorship, exposure to the leadership team, and various networking events.
What you'll do#
Your daily tasks depend on your individual experience and skills. You will perform financial analysis and modeling, prepare client presentations and marketing materials, and interact directly with clients.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in an MBA or JD program and within two years of graduation
- 2-3 years of prior work experience
- Top academic performance
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and strong attention to detail
- Motivation, creativity, maturity, and poise
Location & details#
This role is based in Chicago, Illinois. An interest in working in Chicago is necessary. This is an on-site position. The expected base salary is approximately $185,000 USD, though final compensation depends on factors including experience, education, and qualifications.
About Lazard
Lazard is a financial advisory and asset management firm founded in 1848. It provides advice on mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, restructuring, and geopolitics. The firm serves institutions, corporations, governments, and individuals across North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. It is a public company based in New York with over 5,000 employees.
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