Investment Banking Intern
Wall Street Oasis · India
- Hybrid
- Internship
- India
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 Internship - WSO Global Talent Program
Our 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 thousands of 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, MENA markets. 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
- 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 1st year and 2nd year students (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
- DCF Analysis
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Financial Training
- Internship
- Finance Career
- Resume Building
Skills & topics
- Investment Banking
- Internship
- Finance
- Financial Modeling
- Valuation
- DCF Analysis
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Virtual Internship
- Student
How to get hired
- Apply early for the Investment Banking Intern role: Submit your application promptly as the program is highly selective.
- Prepare for the assessment: Familiarize yourself with core finance concepts for the assessment phase.
- Highlight relevant skills: Tailor your resume to showcase financial modeling, valuation, and analytical abilities.
- Demonstrate eagerness: Emphasize your motivation, quick learning, and commitment to a fast-paced environment.
- Showcase academic background: Clearly indicate your academic year and any relevant finance coursework or projects.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the duration of the WSO Global Talent Program Investment Banking Internship?
- The WSO Global Talent Program Investment Banking Internship is a 10-week virtual program designed to provide an immersive experience.
- What specific financial skills will I learn during the Investment Banking Intern program?
- You will gain intensive training in 3-Statement Financial Modeling, Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Analysis, Trading Comparables (Comps), Precedent Transactions, Advanced Excel & PowerPoint, and Industry Research & Sourcing Strategies.
- Will I be working on actual investment banking deals as an Investment Banking Intern?
- Yes, after the initial training, you will work directly on live projects for boutique investment bank partners, supporting tasks like pitch book development, valuation analysis, and financial modeling.
- Is this Investment Banking Internship paid or unpaid?
- This is an unpaid internship, valued for the rigorous training, real-world experience, and mentorship provided.
- Who is the ideal candidate for the Investment Banking Intern position?
- The program is best suited for highly motivated 1st and 2nd-year students eager to start their investment banking careers, possessing a hunger to learn and excel in a fast-paced environment.
- What is the selection process for the Investment Banking Intern role?
- Candidates first submit an application, then selected individuals are invited to complete a short assessment. Top performers from the assessment move forward to the training phase.
- What kind of mentorship can I expect as an Investment Banking Intern?
- Partner firms are committed to providing mentorship with a minimum of one 30-minute weekly call for deliverables, feedback, and guidance.
- Are there specific geographic markets for the Investment Banking Intern program?
- Yes, the program partners with leading boutique investment banks in key markets including the US, UK, APAC, Europe, and MENA regions.