2026 Investment Banking Program Analyst (Houston) - Early Careers

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking talent to join the 2026 Investment Banking Early Career Program in Corporate and Investment Banking. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com

Investment Banking Overview

The Investment Banking group, which is organized by industry or product, is dedicated to understanding the unique competitive and operating environments of our clients.  The group combines strong relationships and industry knowledge with superior capital markets and advisory capabilities that includes debt and equity underwriting, mergers and acquisitions, and loan syndications.  The team maintains active relationships with a broad universe of middle market, large corporate, financial sponsor and institutional clients, and is highly experienced in delivering exceptional execution.  You may be placed in an Industry Coverage or a Product Group.

Investment Banking Industry Coverage Teams

Provides a full range of investment banking and advisory services to clients in the following industries:

• Consumer & Retail
• Energy & Power
• Financial Institutions Group
• Financial Sponsors
• Healthcare
• Industrials
• Real Estate, Gaming, Lodging and Leisure (REGAL)
• Mid-Cap Investment Banking
• Technology, Media & Telecommunications

Investment Banking Product Teams

Provides a full range of execution capabilities and services to clients in the following products:

• Corporate Finance
• Equity Capital Markets
• Investment Grade Debt Capital Markets
• Leveraged Finance
• Mergers and Acquisitions

Additional product groups:

• Fund Finance
• Sustainable Finance and Advisory

WHAT THE PROGRAM OFFERS

The Analyst Program is non-rotational and provides the opportunity to gain experience working for one of the most well regarded financial institutions in the world.

Analysts, depending on the Division and Group they are assigned to, assume significant responsibility that may include:

• Developing and maintaining models to depict projected financial results and to value companies
• Working closely with senior bankers on presentations, financial and credit analysis, and the preparation of financial projections and models
• Supporting various financial analyses, including valuations and merger consequences
• Performing comprehensive and in-depth company and industry research
• Preparing presentations and other materials for clients
• Conducting research, participating in strategic planning and assisting in the execution of advisory services
• Conducting financial analysis, preparing credit packages, and monitoring existing deals; creating pitches, proposals, and marketing materials
• Participating in client meetings, due diligence visits, and other client interactions to gain exposure to key executives and senior bankers

In this role, you will:

• Participate in analyzing companies, develop strategies for clients, pulling market and industry research, and completing a trading simulation within Investment Banking Mid-Year Program
• Review strategies for clients, build detailed financial models, analyze market data, and prepare client presentations related to low-to-medium risk tasks and deliverables
• Receive direction from a manager and exercise independent judgment while developing understanding of compliance and risk management requirements for the supported area
• Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals
• Interact with internal and external customers

Ideal Candidate for this role:

• Outstanding problem solving and decision-making skills
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to be proactive, innovative and creative in meeting customer and enterprise needs
• Ability to interact with integrity and a high level of professionalism with all levels of team members and management
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment
• Energetic self-starter who proactively takes initiative, remains curious and has a genuine interest in learning and growth

Analysts start with a comprehensive six to eight week training program in Charlotte before beginning work with their business unit. The training combines all the analysts from various lines of business and includes classroom instruction in financial accounting, cash flow, credit analysis, products, structuring, corporate valuatio