2027 Investment Banking Summer Analyst, Life Sciences, Biotechnology

William Blair; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

William Blair invites qualified undergraduates to join the 2027 Investment Banking Life Sciences, Biotechnology Summer Analyst Program in Chicago. The nine-week program offers hands-on experience, collaboration with junior and senior bankers, and exposure to all analyst functions within a dynamic team.

Eligibility includes a December 2027–June 2028 graduation window, a 3.5+ GPA, and a life sciences background. The firm emphasizes independence, innovation, and client-focused advisory work.

Qualifications

• Pursuing undergrad degree with expected graduation between Dec 2027 and Jun 2028.
• GPA 3.5+ preferred (but open to all applicants).
• Life science major preferred; science background strongly preferred.
• General understanding of accounting and finance.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, specifically MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to be located in Chicago.

Responsibilities

• Develop specialization within Biotechnology.
• Work alongside junior and senior bankers over the 9-week program.
• Take on all functions of a full-time analyst.
• Get direct client exposure in a culture of collaboration and accountability.
• Be a part of an energetic, entrepreneurial environment.
• Experience a team-oriented culture focused on client service excellence.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Solutions for Today’s Challenges. Vision for Tomorrow’s Opportunities.

Join William Blair, the Premier Global Partnership.

Our Life Sciences investment banking team provides strategic advice to innovative, cutting-edge companies in the BioTech and MedTech sectors. The rapid and cost-effective development of therapies, products and technologies is critical not just to public health, but to the functioning of society and economic activity. Companies leading the research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of innovative therapies count on our deep technical and financial expertise to guide their capital-raising and M&A efforts. As industry specialists, our bankers have extensive knowledge of the sector and the competitive landscape, serving clients that are developing therapies, products and technologies across a broad range of therapeutic areas, including oncology, immunology, neurology/CNS, rare disease, genetic medicines, and liver disease, among others.

We know you have choices on how you spend your summer but encourage you to apply for William Blair’s 2027 Investment Banking Life Sciences, Biotechnology Summer Analyst Program. Take the opportunity to build on the fundamentals of your academic background, gain practical knowledge to help prepare you for your next steps and be part of an organization that fosters innovation and invests in our most important asset, our people.

The summer program provides all summer analysts with unique opportunities to:

• Develop specialization within Biotechnology
• Work alongside junior and senior bankers over the course of the 9-week program
• Take on all functions of a full-time analyst
• Get direct client exposure in a culture of collaboration and accountability
• Be a part of an energetic, entrepreneurial environment
• Experience a team-oriented culture focused on client service excellence
• Be a part of a firm that is 100% owned by active partners
• Join a team that is focused on developing highly talented people who want to build a long-term career and have an immediate impact

Qualifications:

• Pursuing undergraduate bachelor’s degree with anticipated graduation between December 2027 - June 2028
• Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above preferred (but open to all applicants)
• Undergraduate major: all majors considered (field of life science preferred)
• Science background strongly preferred. Demonstrated interest in the life sciences and understanding of scientific concepts
• General understanding of accounting and finance
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills, specifically Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• You are adaptable in an ever-changing environment and can manage through change with a high degree of emotional maturity
• You are highly motivated, detail oriented, and thrive in a collaborative environment
• Willingness to be located in Chicago

Throughout the 9-week program, summer analysts are evaluated for opportunities in our full-time class, upon graduation.

Once you have submitted your application, you will receive a link to complete our pre-interview assessment, Suited, which will need to be completed within 48 hours. Please monitor your spam folder, as the email may get caught in spam filters.

William Blair is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.

A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range at time of posting is below.

Salary Range

$110,000—$110,000 USD

About Our Firm

William Blair strives to attract qualified candidates who specialize in investment banking, investment management, private wealth management, and other strategic resource groups. We are committed to empowering our colleagues to deliver client success and engage in our communities. Our firm has delivered trusted advice for nine decades, continuing to deepen our expertise and relationships across asset classes and markets throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. We provide advisory services, strategies, and solutions to meet clients’ evolving needs amid dynamic market conditions and varying industries. What sets us apart is that we are an independent partnership, with colleagues who have unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We empower our people to bring their best thinking so we can deliver the tailored, thoughtful work and problem-solving abilities that our clients expect. We invite you to learn more about us by visiting williamblair.com.

William Blair is an equal opportunity employer. It complies with all laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in employment practice because of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, marital status, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, unfavorable discharge from the military service or on the basis of a physical or mental disability that is unrelated to the employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job applied for. EOE m/f/d/v

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