Title: 2027 Investment Banking Summer Associate Program - San Francisco
Job Description: 2027 Investment Banking Summer Associate Program Summer Associate Program Overview Nomura Investment Banking is seeking intellectually curious and driven students to join as Summer Associates. The Summer Associate Program runs for ten weeks, with a one-week intensive training course, followed by a nine-week placement within a sector coverage or product group. The program offers Summer Associates an opportunity to work alongside our investment bankers on a variety of live transactions as well as client-facing business development initiatives.Our program begins in early June and provides Summer Associates with the same amount of exposure as a first-year Associate, with hands-on opportunities to participate as full members of the team and extensive contact with Investment Banking professionals at all levels. Throughout the program, Summer Associates will participate in business-led discussion groups, networking events, and speaker sessions. All Associates will also be paired with both a junior and senior mentor to provide guidance and support throughout the internship.This program is an integral component of our full-time recruiting and at the end of the summer we will extend offers to top performers to return after graduation.The 2027 Investment Banking Summer Associate Program is recruiting exclusively for our Greentech team, focused on M&A and strategic advisory in sustainable technology and infrastructureWhat Role Might You Play? Deal Execution: You will work closely with clients and execution teams on live transactions, including mergers & acquisitions, divestitures, capital raisings, financings, and derivative transactions Client Relationship Management: You can expect to generate and present ideas at client meetings as a member of a deal team alongside senior bankers Strategic Analysis: Through financial, structural and business risk analysis, you will support transactions and client presentations New Business Development: You will actively participate in the effort to pitch and win new mandates from clients, leverage proprietary content and ideas Team Management and Development: Manage Analysts to execute deliverables for clients and support the training and mentoring of junior professionals Qualifications Outstanding academic qualifications Pursuing an MBA or MS/MES/MA/MEM or other graduate degree from accredited college/university On-track to graduate between December 2027 and June 2028 Passion for the business opportunities created by sustainable infrastructure, technology, and industrial disruption Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Organized and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines Excellent analytic, critical thinking and problem-solving skills Exceptional attention to detail and an eagerness to learn on the fly Enthusiasm for both quantitative-driven and qualitative-focused situations Ability to develop understanding of financial products Eagerness to learn and work hard as part of a team in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting About Nomura Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning approximately 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Wealth Management, Investment Management, and Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking). Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit more information about Nomura Greentech careers, visit Salary Disclosure The base salary for this position is based on an annualized rate of $175,000 per year, to be paid on a pro-rated basis. This is an exempt position; not eligible for overtime.Nomura is an Equal Opportunity Employer
About Nomura
Nomura is a financial services group based in Tokyo. It operates through four divisions including wealth management, investment management, wholesale, and banking. The firm serves individuals, institutions, corporations, and governments. It maintains a global network and employs over 16,000 people.
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