Equity Research Analyst

Career Launch AI; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment bank is seeking an entry-level Equity Research Analyst to support market coverage. You will build financial models, prepare stock previews, and participate in investor calls. Ideal candidates will possess strong financial analysis and communication skills, along with a passion for business and markets. Internships in finance or equity research will be advantageous. This position is based in Chicago, IL, and provides an excellent opportunity to kickstart your career in equity research.

Qualifications

• Prior finance internships or equity research experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Build/update detailed financial models on public companies.
• Prepare earnings previews, stock notes, and sector outlooks.
• Participate in company earnings calls and investor meetings.
• Conduct channel checks, expert interviews, and market research.
• Support senior analysts with key research projects.
• Help respond to investor inquiries and prepare presentations.

Skills

Strong accounting & financial analysis skills

Excellent communication and writing abilities

Passion for markets, stocks, and business models

Job description

Equity Research Analyst (Entry-Level) – Career Launch AI Talent Network

About This Role

Equity Research roles like this — especially at top banks — rarely get posted publicly. They often fill roles through referrals or targeted outreach.

This posting is a sample from our private job board at Career Launch AI.

You can join at https://www.careerlaunch.ai/

About the Role

A leading investment bank is seeking an Equity Research Analyst to support coverage of a high-growth sector (Tech, Healthcare, Industrials, Consumer, or TMT).

You will learn how to analyze companies, markets, and financials in depth while supporting institutional clients.

Responsibilities

• Build/update detailed financial models on public companies
• Prepare earnings previews, stock notes, and sector outlooks
• Participate in company earnings calls and investor meetings
• Conduct channel checks, expert interviews, and market research
• Support senior analysts with key research projects
• Help respond to investor inquiries and prepare presentations

Ideal Candidate

• Strong accounting & financial analysis skills
• Excellent communication and writing abilities
• Passion for markets, stocks, and business models
• Prior finance internships or equity research experience is helpful

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• We support you end-to-end with:
• AI-powered job targeting to niche ER roles
• Tailored resumes per sector (Tech, Healthcare, Consumer, etc.)
• Warm outreach to senior analysts & bank recruiters
• Mock stock pitches and valuation coaching
• 👉 Apply now at https://www.careerlaunch.ai/