About Jefferies
Jefferies is a leading, full-service global investment banking and capital markets firm, thanks to a unique culture that attracts driven and entrepreneurial professionals from around the world. Recognized for our insights, drive and high touch service, Jefferies provides investors, companies and governments with a full range of advisory, sales and trading, research, wealth, and asset management services across all products in the Americas, Europe and Asia. Come to Jefferies and you will find a combination of long-term Jefferies partners who turned the firm into what it is today and a fast-growing team of highly talented colleagues who will help lead us to new heights in the future.
What you can expect
Jefferies Summer Interns have the unique opportunity to gain insight into a global, client-focused investment bank and experience an entrepreneurial environment where employees have the opportunity to make an immediate impact and are rewarded for performance. You’ll be exposed to Jefferies’ full range of products and leading industry expertise. Our lean team structure will not only provide you with unparalleled hands-on experience, it will help you develop lasting personal and professional relationships with peers and senior professionals that will serve as the foundation for a successful career.
Following an enriching orientation program, Interns will begin working on their day-to-day responsibilities, with support from colleagues serving as both instructors and mentors throughout the internship program. As a way to help maximize your experience with us, Interns will receive formal performance reviews.
In addition to working on projects that incorporate research, analysis and recommendations, Interns are challenged to think creatively, offer their input, and add value to the team from day one. As with everyone at Jefferies, Interns are expected to pursue their projects with excellence, a collaborative spirit, and with the highest levels of integrity.
What we look for in a candidate
We look for candidates who are eager to make an impact to our clients by doing real, hands-on work. Successful Jefferies Interns are able to multitask and manage a variety of projects simultaneously. Candidates must demonstrate professionalism and relationship management skills together with strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills. The work is fast paced, challenging, and intellectually stimulating. The ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines, be adaptable and work both independently and as part of a team are essential traits of a successful candidate. Candidates should have a strong academic background and be pursuing a four-year Bachelor’s degree or equivalent program. Although a background in finance can be helpful, we hire Interns who have studied a variety of disciplines.
Desired Background and Skills
- Undergraduate candidate pursuing a Bachelor’s degree
- Must graduate between December 2025 – June 2026
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Team player who excels at working both independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate to all levels
- Positive attitude and desire to learn and grow
- Superior judgment, professionalism, poise, ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality, and assertiveness
WORK WITH US – Opportunities with Legal
The Jefferies Legal team affords Interns the opportunity to gain practical experience of what it is like to work on certain projects within the Legal. Department covering investment banking, capital markets and asset management.
Intern responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Working closely with a tight knit team of Legal professionals with years of experience from top law firms, securities regulators, and various investment banks
- Learning how the Legal Department of a firm offering full-service investment banking, capital markets, and asset management operates in the financial industry
- Gaining exposure and hands on experiences of the vast technology tools that support the department
- Dedicated project and presentation to Legal senior leadership team
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The salary for this role is $70,000 (pro-rated for the 10-week internship program).