2028 Investment Banking Summer Analyst Program – Chicago, Industrials Group

Jefferies • , IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Jefferies is hiring a Summer Analyst for its Chicago Industrials Group. The 10-week program begins with orientation and training, followed by hands-on work with senior bankers on pitches and live transactions. Summer Analysts gain exposure to investment banking products and industry expertise while working in lean deal teams, with colleagues serving as instructors and mentors. The program also includes social and educational events, professional development opportunities, and formal performance reviews.

The Chicago office covers industrial services, multi-industrials, and capital goods clients, focusing on M&A and offering public and private equity and debt products. The group has executed more than $100 billion in M&A transactions over the past 15 years and is growing. Summer interns have the opportunity to contribute as members of the team and operate as full-time analysts.

Requirements

• Be completing the junior year of a four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent program.
• Graduate between December 2028 and June 2029.
• Demonstrate professionalism and client management skills.
• Have strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Be able to multitask and manage a variety of projects simultaneously.
• Be able to work under pressure and tight deadlines, adapt, and work independently and as part of a team.
• Pursue work with excellence, a collaborative spirit, and integrity.

Nice To Haves

• A background in accounting or finance can be helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial valuation, discounted cash flow, and multiples-based analyses.
• Build and use financial models.
• Prepare pitchbooks and live deal materials, including offering memorandums and prospectuses.
• Conduct industry and product research.
• Analyze detailed corporate and financial information.
• Participate in the execution of financings and M&A transactions.
• Contribute ideas and value to team projects while working on pitches and live deals.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern