University Intern, Ankura Capital Advisors

Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth.

The Ankura Capital Advisors investment banking team is actively looking for a Summer Analyst/Intern for our Group. The candidate will be working closely with senior members of the Capital Advisory Group to advise companies, creditors and other stakeholders in evaluating and recommending Strategic Alternatives, including M&A, Special Situations Financing, Liability Management, and Restructuring. 

Responsibilities 

• Assist with day-to-day transaction execution under direction of Managing Directors 

• Develop fully integrated financial models  

• Create both pitch and transaction marketing documents 

• Prepare industry and client research and bespoke analysis 

• Coordinate and perform business due diligence and execute M&A and restructuring transactions 

• Conduct comprehensive valuation exercises of companies and business units 

• Build relationships and maintain direct contact with clients, prospective clients, and professional advisors 

• Support new business and marketing initiatives as appropriate 

• Prepare client presentations, draft offering memoranda, prepare internal committee memoranda, prepare management and board presentations and other materials for senior bankers as required 

Basic Qualifications, Skills, and Characteristics:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree with an expected graduation date between December 2026 to August 2027 in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher.

• Demonstrated aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis

• Exceptional communication skills and executive presence, both verbal and written

• Elevated attention to detail and consistency in work product

• High degree of maturity, integrity, demonstrated leadership skills and work ethic

• Self-starting team player who excels in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, challenging work environment

• Interest in obtaining SIE 7, 79, 63 licenses in the future.

• Please note that this role requires permanent authorization to work in the U.S. (i.e. U.S. citizen or permanent resident). Internships and full-time University Associate roles are not eligible for U.S. immigration sponsorship, work visa or any other temporary work authorization (i.e. OPT, CPT). 

Ankura is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. A reasonable estimate of the current payrate for this internship is: $34/hr.

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