Investment Banking Intern
Wall Street Oasis · United States
- Hybrid
- Internship
- United States
Job highlights
- 10-week virtual investment banking internship.
- Gain financial modeling and valuation skills.
- Work on live deals with partner banks.
- Receive mentorship from industry experts.
- Boost your finance career resume.
About the role
Investment Banking Intern - WSO Global Talent Program
The WSO Global Talent Program offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain hands-on experience and build a formidable resume through an immersive, 10-week virtual internship. We are actively screening top students globally to identify future finance leaders. This highly selective program is offered in partnership with leading boutique investment banks in key markets, including the US, UK, APAC, Europe, and MENA.
Only two students are selected per quarter for this off-cycle, ongoing program, ensuring a focused and high-impact experience for our interns per geographic region.
What You'll Gain:
- Intensive Financial Training (Weeks 1-2): The internship kicks off with two weeks of rigorous, in-house virtual training led by industry experts. You'll gain a strong foundation in core investment banking skills, including 3-Statement Financial Modeling, Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Analysis, Trading Comparables (Comps), Precedent Transactions, Advanced Excel & PowerPoint techniques, and Industry Research & Sourcing Strategies.
- Real-World Experience (Weeks 3-10): Following successful completion of the initial training and assessments, you'll be introduced to a Managing Director or Partner at one of our boutique investment bank partners. For the next eight weeks, you'll work directly on live projects, providing invaluable support with Pitch Book Development, Valuation Analysis (Comps, DCFs), Financial Modeling, Sourcing & Due Diligence, Industry and Company Research, and other critical tasks to support ongoing deals.
- Mentorship & Feedback: Our partner firms are committed to providing a structured learning environment with a minimum of one 30-minute weekly call for deliverables, feedback, and guidance. This ensures you're actively engaged and continuously developing.
This is an unpaid internship designed for high-potential students seeking practical experience and a significant resume boost. The value lies in the rigorous training, direct exposure to real investment banking work, and the mentorship from experienced professionals.
Who We're Looking For:
This program is ideal for highly motivated freshmen and sophomores (not limited to) who are eager to get a head start in investment banking and build a compelling CV. We seek candidates who are hungry, quick learners, and committed to excelling in a fast-paced environment.
How to Apply:
Get your application in now! If selected, you will be invited to complete a short assessment. Top candidates from this assessment will move forward to the intensive training phase. This is your chance to gain an unparalleled edge in your finance career. We look forward to reviewing your application!
Key skills/competency:
- Investment Banking
- Financial Modeling
- Valuation Analysis
- DCF Analysis
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Industry Research
- Due Diligence
- Pitch Book Development
- Financial Training
Skills & topics
- Investment Banking Intern
- Financial Modeling
- Valuation
- DCF Analysis
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Investment Banking
- Finance Internship
- Virtual Internship
- Wall Street Oasis
How to get hired
- Apply early for the Investment Banking Intern role: Submit your application promptly to stand out.
- Prepare for the assessment: Brush up on financial modeling and valuation concepts.
- Showcase your motivation: Highlight your eagerness to learn and excel.
- Tailor your resume: Emphasize relevant coursework and any finance experience.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the WSO Global Talent Program for Investment Banking Interns?
- The WSO Global Talent Program is a 10-week virtual investment banking internship designed for high-potential students. It offers intensive financial training, real-world experience on live deals with boutique investment banks, and mentorship from industry professionals.
- Is this a paid internship for the Investment Banking Intern role?
- This is an unpaid internship. The value is derived from the comprehensive training, practical experience, and resume-building opportunities provided.
- What are the main skills I will learn as an Investment Banking Intern?
- As an Investment Banking Intern, you will gain skills in 3-statement financial modeling, DCF analysis, trading comparables, precedent transactions, advanced Excel and PowerPoint, industry research, and sourcing strategies.
- What is the selection process for the Investment Banking Intern position?
- The selection process involves submitting an application, completing a short assessment, and then potentially moving to the intensive training phase if selected. Only two students are chosen per quarter per geographic region.
- What kind of experience is needed to apply for the Investment Banking Intern role?
- The program is ideal for highly motivated freshmen and sophomores, but not limited to them. Eagerness to learn, a commitment to excelling in a fast-paced environment, and a desire to build a strong CV are key.
- Can I apply for the Investment Banking Intern role if I'm not a freshman or sophomore?
- While the program is ideal for freshmen and sophomores, it is not strictly limited to them. Highly motivated students from other academic levels are encouraged to apply if they meet the program's requirements.
- How does the mentorship work for the Investment Banking Interns?
- Partner firms are committed to providing mentorship through a structured learning environment. Interns will have at least one 30-minute weekly call with their mentor for deliverables, feedback, and guidance.
- What geographic regions does the Investment Banking Intern program cover?
- The program partners with boutique investment banks in key markets, including the US, UK, APAC, Europe, and MENA regions.