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2027 Investment Banking Summer Associate

Wells Fargo Corporate & Investment Banking delivers a comprehensive suite of banking and financialsolutionsto over 15,000corporate and institutional clients, including over70% of the S&P 500.

A trusted partner to our clients, we provide corporate and transaction banking, corporate and transaction banking, commercial real estate lending and servicing, and equity and fixed income solutions - including sales, trading, and research capabilities - to corporate and institutional clients.

The 10-week Summer Associate Program is designed for MBA students between their first and second year.You'llbe aligned to a product or industry group and contribute to active client engagements from the outset. The program includes immersive training, project-based learning, seniorleaderengagement, and networking opportunities across business lines.

You will be part of a team that supports clients through strategic transactions and capital raising. From day one, you will contribute to live projects, build relationships across teams, and support work that helps clients achieve their strategicobjectivesin today's dynamic environment.#earlycareers

What to Expect

As a Summer Associate, over the 10-week program you will gain exposure to the work performed across investment banking teams while building the technical and professional skillsrequiredto succeed in the industry.

Your responsibilities may include:

Building valuation models and supporting transaction execution

Conducting company and industry research

Preparing client materials and pitch presentations

Participatingin diligence sessions, client meetings, and internal discussions

Collaborating with senior bankers on engagements across sectors and geographies

Contributing to analyses and deliverables that support client engagements

Throughout the program, you will receive coaching, mentorship and ongoing feedback while building the skills required for a career in investment banking.

Is This Program Right for You?

We are looking for candidates who bring curiosity, accountability, and a sharp analytical mindset. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, taking initiative, and collaborating with peers and leaders alike.

Required Qualifications

2+ years of investment banking program experience or equivalent,demonstratedthrough work, military service, training, or education

Desired Qualifications

MBA with an expected graduation date of December 2027 to June 2028

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability tooperateeffectively both independently and in teams

Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) skills

Track record of leadership or involvement in professional or academic initiatives

Licensing Requirements

FINRA registration for SIE, Series 63 (or 66), and Series 79 must be completed within90 daysof hire if not already held. Recognized equivalents will be accepted.

Program Locations

Positions are available in San Francisco and Los Angeles.

Pay Range:

CA (San Francisco, Los Angeles): $175,000 Yearly

FINRA/Associated Person (AP)

This position is subject to FINRA background screening requirements. Candidates must successfully complete and pass a background check prior to hire. In accordance with FINRA rules, individuals who are subject to statutory disqualification are not eligible to be associated with a FINRA-registered broker-dealer. Successful candidates must also meet and comply with ongoing regulatory obligations, which include periodic screening and mandatory reporting of certain incidents.

OCC Consent

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation, and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.