About the role#
Piper Sandler is hiring a Summer Associate for our Chicago office for the summer of 2027. This program is a direct pipeline to full-time positions. You will work within an industry team to support our corporate clients and financial sponsors.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to live deals and projects.
- Provide advisory and financing services related to mergers and acquisitions.
- Participate in industry team work.
- Attend a one-week orientation featuring training and team-building activities.
- Work with a peer mentor and a senior mentor throughout the program.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a full-time MBA program as of fall 2026.
- A genuine interest in a career in investment banking.
- Availability for the full summer internship in 2027.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
- A preference for working hard as part of a team.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Chicago, Illinois.
- The position is on-site.
- This is a paid, full-time internship.
About Piper Sandler
Piper Sandler is an investment bank that provides financial services to clients. Founded in 1895, the firm maintains its headquarters in Minneapolis. It operates more than 60 offices across the United States and several international locations. The company employs over 2,000 people and functions as a public organization.
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