2027 Investment Banking Summer Associate Program - San Francisco

Banco Santander • San Francisco, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Santander US Corporate & Investment Banking (Santander CIB) is seeking talented individuals for its 2027 Investment Banking Summer Associate Program. This program is designed for MBA students with an expected graduation date of May/June 2028, offering a comprehensive introduction to Santander CIB's capabilities. Participants will gain hands-on experience, developing both technical and interpersonal skills while working alongside experienced professionals. The program emphasizes a customer-centric transformation, encouraging bold thinking and innovation. Santander CIB provides strategic advice to corporate clients, assisting them with capital raising, mergers, acquisitions, and risk management. The program aims to equip participants with the skills to become thoughtful, strategic advisors, focusing on client service and building long-term relationships.

Requirements

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) students with an expected graduation date of May/June 2028.
• 3+ years of prior work experience.
• Highly motivated and results-oriented, with a desire to exceed expectations.
• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and courage in leadership.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Strong critical thinking skills, with the ability to develop solutions to complex challenges.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently on special projects.
• Ability to effectively contribute in a team environment.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and respected.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring employer sponsorship to commence employment.

Nice To Haves

• Foreign language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced professionals across Santander CIB.
• Develop technical, leadership, and interpersonal skills needed to succeed in investment banking.
• Provide strategic advice to corporate clients.
• Support clients in the execution of their most important business objectives, such as raising capital for expansion or acquiring another company.
• Develop innovative financial solutions to meet clients' needs.
• Focus on developing long-term relationships and crafting strategies that help clients grow and innovate.
• Help clients access capital and execute transactions.
• Help clients manage risks in today's complex environment.
• Work across teams to deliver comprehensive solutions that help clients achieve their objectives and remain competitive in global markets.
• Learn the importance of client service and how to build long-term relationships by putting clients' needs first.
• Develop the technical foundation necessary to launch a career in investment banking.
• Contribute to fostering an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and respected.
• Take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training and an introduction to Santander CIB and its capabilities.
• Hands-on experience.
• Paired with a dedicated mentor who will provide guidance throughout the summer and help build relationships across the broader Santander platform.
• A fair and competitive rewards package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver.
• Benefits designed to support you, your family and your well-being, now and into the future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern