2026 Capital Markets, Municipal Finance Summer Analyst

RBC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking driven undergraduate students for its Summer Analyst Program in Municipal Finance. This 10-week program offers invaluable insights into public sector financing through hands-on experience in structuring municipal bonds and financial advisory services. Participants will engage in diverse transaction work, honing their analytical and negotiation skills while collaborating with top professionals in the field. With mentorship opportunities and networking events, this program not only enhances your resume but also prepares you for a successful career in finance. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and inclusivity.

Benefits

Mentorship Opportunities

Networking Events

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with a focus on finance and accounting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cash flow projections and financial analyses for transactions.
• Assist in proposal preparation for financing options and underwriting.

Skills

Quantitative Analysis

Qualitative Analysis

Financial Problem Solving

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Undergraduate Degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Job description

Job Summary

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

RBC Capital Markets is a premier investment bank providing a focused set of products and services to corporations, institutional investors, and governments worldwide. With over 7,100 professionals across 70 offices in 15 countries, we serve clients in more than 100 countries, delivering expertise in raising capital, accessing markets, mitigating risk, and asset transactions. RBC Capital Markets is part of the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), one of the top 15 largest banks globally, operating since 1869, with a strong capital base and consistent financial performance.

Our Municipal Finance Department offers investment banking solutions to states, cities, counties, universities, nonprofits, utilities, hospitals, airports, housing authorities, and more. We are ranked in the top 5 underwriters of municipal debt, serving major clients in the industry.

Summer Analyst Program

Annually, we invite high-performing rising seniors to join our 10-week U.S. Summer Analyst Program in Municipal Finance. Participants gain insights into municipal finance through diverse transaction work, developing skills in financial problem solving, negotiation, execution, and marketing.

What will you do?

The Municipal Finance Summer Analyst provides analytical, research, and transactional support in structuring and issuing municipal bonds and related financial advisory services. Responsibilities include:

• Preparing cash flow projections and financial analyses for transactions
• Gathering and analyzing information for proposals, presentations, and marketing materials
• Assisting in proposal preparation for financing options and underwriting capabilities
• Maintaining and enhancing departmental information resources
• Coordinating activities related to debt pricing and settlement
• Performing other related duties as assigned

What do you need to succeed?

We seek candidates who are:

• Undergraduate students entering their final year, graduating in Spring 2027 or December 2026
• Possessing strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, with a preference for finance and accounting knowledge
• Familiar with MS Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrating behaviors such as collaboration, relationship building, communication, integrity, and inclusivity
• Engaged in diverse interests and extracurricular activities

What’s in it for you?

This program offers an understanding of public sector financing, mentorship opportunities, and networking events. Compensation is approximately $100,000, depending on experience and market conditions.

RBC values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination.

Job Skills

Additional Job Details

Address: BROOKFIELD PLACE FKA 3 WORLD FINANCIAL CENTER, 200 VESEY STREET, NEW YORK

City: New York

Country: United States of America

Work hours/week: 40

Employment Type: Full time

Platform: CAPITAL MARKETS

Job Type: Student/Coop (Fixed Term)

Pay Type: Salaried

Posted Date: 2025-02-11

Application Deadline: 2025-08-17

Note: Applications accepted until 11:59 PM the day before the deadline.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

RBC is committed to diversity and inclusion, considering all qualified applicants without regard to protected factors. Accommodations are available upon request during the application process.

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