MBA, Investment Banking Summer Associate - Summer 2026

Capital One • McLean, VA

79d • $175,000 - $175,000

About The Position

KippsDeSanto & Co. (“KDC”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Capital One, is seeking to hire an Investment Banking Summer Associate to support its mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”) advisory practice within the Aerospace / Defense and Technology sectors. KDC is focused on providing comprehensive transaction advisory services – primarily M&A, private financing, and strategic advisory – to middle market defense and technology companies. Our MBA Summer Associates perform critical functions throughout the entire transaction process, from helping to prepare clients for market, engaging with potential buyers, and facilitating due diligence to ultimately closing the deal. The position offers substantial opportunities to gain financial and technical expertise, professional development, and upward mobility, while taking on a substantial amount of responsibility in transaction execution, client management, and new business development.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a 2-year MBA with an expectation that your degree will be obtained by July 2027 or earlier
• Must be continuing in the same course of study of your MBA following completion of the internship

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or economics
• Investment banking, private equity, or transaction advisory experience
• Financial modeling experience, to include DCF and LBO
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Knowledge of general accounting and finance principles
• Strong written and oral presentation skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a passion for excellence
• A working knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing software programs

Responsibilities

• Preparing, analyzing, and explaining historical and projected financial information
• Managing and assisting in the preparation of financial models and business valuations
• Conducting industry and company-specific business due diligence
• Creating client marketing presentations, memoranda, and deliverables
• Attending client meetings
• Drafting and collaborating on pitch presentations
• Developing an understanding of the underlying trends that affect the Aerospace, Defense, and Government Technology industries
• Coordinating and managing the creation of industry research publications
• Assisting in the development and continued cultivation of client, prospective client, and professional advisor relationships
• Assisting in the management and mentoring of Analyst team members

Benefits

• Comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Master's degree