About the role#
The Investment Banking Summer Associate program is a full-time, paid internship for students currently enrolled in an MBA program. This role serves as a direct pipeline to potential full-time positions at Piper Sandler. You will work within an industry team to gain hands-on experience in the financial services sector.
What you'll do#
- Contribute directly to live deals and active projects.
- Attend a one-week orientation program with the Summer Associate intern class.
- Take part in training sessions and team building activities.
- Work with a peer mentor and a senior mentor throughout the summer.
- Gain exposure to mergers and acquisitions, along with equity and debt capital markets.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a full-time MBA program as of fall 2026.
- A clear interest in building a career in investment banking.
- Availability for a full-time summer internship in 2027.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.
- Enthusiasm for working hard as part of a team.
Location & details#
- This role is based on-site in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
- The internship takes place during the summer of 2027.
- The starting salary for this position is $175,000 per year.
About Piper Sandler
Piper Sandler is a financial services firm based in Minneapolis. It was founded in 1895 and functions as a public company. The firm provides investment banking, securities brokerage, and asset management services. It maintains over 60 offices in the United States and several international locations including London, Hong Kong, and Zurich. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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