MBA Associate: Investment Banking | Summer 2027

AQ Technology Partners • Redwood City, CA

3d • $32,500 • Onsite

About The Position

The AQ Summer Associate Program offers MBA students a fast-paced, hands-on introduction to software and AI investment banking. Over the course of the summer, you will work directly with senior bankers and clients on live M&A and growth capital transactions, gaining exposure to every stage of transaction execution, from financial modeling and valuation to strategic positioning and negotiation. As a Summer Associate, you will take on meaningful responsibility immediately and throughout the internship program. You will provide relevant contributions to transaction execution, develop presentation and marketing materials for clients, lead analytical workstreams, and mentor junior team members. This experience is designed to accelerate your professional development and prepare you for a successful career in investment banking.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a two-year MBA program with expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2028
• 2–3 years of prior professional experience in finance, accounting, consulting, or technology
• Strong academic track record
• Demonstrated excellence in quantitative and analytical deliverables
• Strong leadership, organization, and project management skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment and work collaboratively in a small team
• Passion for software, AI, and M&A

Responsibilities

• Support senior bankers in advising software and AI clients and financial sponsors on strategic M&A, private equity, and growth equity transactions
• Conduct market and company research to support transaction positioning, strategic buyer engagement, and business development initiatives
• Prepare client-facing materials such as confidential information memoranda, management presentations, and financial modeling / analysis
• Partner with senior team members to develop new business opportunities and manage client relationships
• Train and mentor analyst staff, contributing to AQ’s collaborative and high-performance culture

Benefits

• Total salary of U.S.$32,500 (less applicable payroll taxes, withholdings, and deductions) paid in semi-monthly installments over the 10-week internship period

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern