2027 Summer Analyst - New York

Site; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

JEGI LEONIS in New York, NY is seeking a Summer Analyst to join its Advisory team for the 2027 Summer Analyst Program. The role offers hands-on exposure to M&A and capital advisory with mentorship, live deal exposure, training, and connectivity across the firm.

Responsibilities include modeling, client materials, industry research, and due diligence support alongside senior bankers. Candidates should be pursuing a finance-related degree with strong academics and communication skills, and be able

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree with expected graduation in 2028 or 2029.
• Coursework in finance, accounting, or economics preferred; all majors encouraged.
• Prior internship or relevant work experience preferred.
• Strong academic record and emerging financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Foundational understanding of financial statements and valuation methodologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support development and maintenance of financial models and valuation analyses.
• Assist in preparing client materials such as information memoranda and presentations.
• Conduct industry and market research, analyze trends and competitive positioning.
• Contribute to transaction execution and due diligence processes.
• Analyze company financials and operating metrics to evaluate opportunities.
• Collaborate with senior team to develop strategic recommendations.

Skills

Strong analytical capabilities

Attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal skills

Financial modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree expected 2028/2029

Finance / Accounting / Economics coursework

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Submit your resume and cover letter in PDF format as one combined document.

2027 Summer Analyst - New York

What is the position? JEGI LEONIS seeks Summer Analysts to join its Advisory team in New York, NY for the 2027 Summer Analyst Program.

JEGI LEONIS is a leading M&A advisor to companies across the global technology, software, media, and business services sectors. The firm works with founders, financial sponsors, and multinational corporations on a wide range of strategic transactions, providing interns with exposure to high-profile clients and complex advisory engagements.

The JEGI LEONIS Summer Program: Our Summer Analyst Program is a fully immersive introduction to M&A advisory, designed to develop technical skills while embedding interns into the culture and fabric of the firm. Beyond live deal exposure, the program is built around structured learning, mentorship, and connectivity across every level of the organization. Program highlights include:

• Internal training : Summer Analysts will receive one week of internal training at the start of the summer, covering financial modeling, valuation, industry frameworks, and firm processes to build a strong technical foundation before joining deal teams.
• Sector Lunch & Learns: Summer Analysts will attend sessions throughout the summer, giving interns direct insight into each of the firm’s coverage verticals from the senior bankers who lead them.
• Social Programming: The Firm hosts a variety of internal and external social events throughout the program, fostering camaraderie among the intern class and the broader team.
• Buddy Program: Formalized mentorship program that pairs each intern with a junior and senior member of the team to enhance connectivity across the firm and support a smooth, well-guided experience.
• Internal and external exposure: Summer Analysts will have countless opportunities and immense exposure to senior stakeholders and clients alike, ensuring interns build meaningful relationships and gain visibility into how the firm operates and wins.

Primary Responsibilities: Summer Analysts at JEGI LEONIS work alongside deal teams and gain hands-on experience supporting the execution of M&A and capital advisory transactions. Under the mentorship of experienced bankers, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting the development and maintenance of financial models, including valuation analyses such as comparable company analysis, precedent transactions, and discounted cash flow models.
• Assisting in the preparation of client materials, including information memoranda, management presentations, board materials, and new business pitch presentations.
• Conducting industry and market research, including analyzing industry trends, competitive positioning, and strategic developments across relevant sectors.
• Contributing to transaction execution, including supporting due diligence processes and preparing financial and operational analyses.
• Analyzing company financial statements and operating metrics to evaluate strategic opportunities and transaction outcomes.
• Working closely with senior team members to support the development of strategic recommendations and advisory solutions for clients.

Specific Qualifications: Candidates should possess strong analytical capabilities, attention to detail, and a demonstrated interest in investment banking and M&A advisory.

Summer Analysts are expected to quickly absorb core skills from experienced mentors while contributing to research, analysis, and the preparation of client deliverables within a collaborative team environment.

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree, with an expected graduation year of 2028 or 2029
• Coursework in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field preferred - all majors encouraged to apply
• Prior internship or relevant work experience preferred
• Strong academic track recordEmerging financial modeling and analytical skills
• A foundational understanding of financial statements and valuation methodologies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office tools
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship
• Applicants must be able to work five days a week in the New York City office

Compensation: Compensation for the Summer Analyst Program is annualized and prorated at $90,000.

Application Deadline: Students must apply by October 15, 2026 in order to be considered.

About JEGI LEONIS: JEGI LEONIS is a pre-eminent M&A advisory firm for the global technology, AI and SaaS, media, and business services industries. We advise founders, investors, and global corporations on a range of transactions, including buyside and sell-side M&A, recapitalizations, divestitures, and debt advisory solutions. Headquartered in New York, our global team of over 80 professionals provides deep sector expertise enabling tailored support for each client and driving overall value. For more information, please visit www.JL-co.com .

Equal Opportunity Statement: JEGI LEONIS is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against individuals because of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin or ancestry, mental or physical disability, age, veteran status, military status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or immigration or citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law (referred to as "protected status"), in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.