About the role#
As a Public Finance Intern, you will work with our team to understand the business practices and operations of the firm. You will gain experience in investment banking by assisting with research, financial modeling, and transaction support. This role involves both individual and collaborative projects, and you will conclude the summer by delivering a presentation to the public finance group.
What you'll do#
- Research municipalities, school districts, and counties to collect financial, demographic, and economic information.
- Prepare and update debt schedules, valuation tables, and financial ratios in Excel.
- Assist with the preparation of official statements, financing plans, and closing schedules.
- Maintain issuer files and project tracking materials.
- Create and update charts, client presentations, and proposals.
- Gather market data, comparable bond sale results, and interest rate information.
- Participate in educational sessions, networking events, and team meetings.
What you'll need#
- Current university student pursuing a degree in Finance or a related field, with sophomore or junior standing preferred.
- Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Demonstrated leadership skills through coursework, student organizations, or previous employment.
- Unrestricted work authorization.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027.
- The role is based on-site at our Omaha, Nebraska office.
About Northland Securities, Inc.
Northland Securities is a brokerage firm founded in 2002. Headquartered in Minneapolis, the company maintains branch offices across several states including Colorado, Iowa, Nebraska, Ohio, and Wisconsin. It provides financial services such as wealth management, public finance, and equity research to corporate, government, and non-profit clients. The firm employs between 51 and 200 people.
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