Wells Fargo

2026 Intern Conversion - 2027 Investment Banking Early Career Associate Program (Financial Institutions Group)

Wells Fargo$150K — $250K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of investment banking program experience or equivalent
  • MBA with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and June 2027
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work both independently and in teams
  • Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) skills
  • Demonstrated leadership or involvement in professional or academic initiatives

Responsibilities

  • Build valuation models and support transaction execution
  • Lead workstreams and drive key deliverables to completion
  • Conduct in-depth company and industry research
  • Prepare and review client materials and pitch presentations
  • Participate in diligence sessions and client meetings
  • Coordinate with senior bankers and peers across sectors
  • Support the development of junior team members

Benefits

  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance and accident insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Discounts and savings
  • Commuter benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Adoption reimbursement
Full Job Description
2026 Intern Conversion - 2027 Investment Banking Associate Program (Financial Institutions Group)

As an Associate in the Investment Banking Program, you will be part of a team that supports clients through strategic transactions and capital raising. From day one, you will contribute directly to live projects, build relationships with clients and senior bankers, and support work that helps clients achieve their strategic objectives in today's dynamic environment.

You will join a product or industry coverage group and contribute directly to transaction execution, client deliverables, and coordination across deal teams.

What to Expect

The program begins with six weeks of comprehensive training covering financial accounting, credit analysis, valuation, and modelling. You will also prepare for Series 63, 79, and SIE license exams.

Following training, you will step directly into live deal execution and client advisory work, with responsibility for deliverables and workstreams across transactions and strategic client engagements. Your responsibilities may include:
• Building valuation models and supporting transaction execution
• Leading workstreams and driving completion of key deliverables
• Conducting company and industry research to inform client advice and transaction strategy
• Preparing and reviewing client materials and pitch presentations
• Participating in diligence sessions, client meetings, and internal discussions
• Coordinating with senior bankers, analysts, and partners across sectors and geographies
• Supporting the development of junior team members

Throughout the program, you will receive coaching, mentorship, and ongoing feedback while building the capabilities required to progress within 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, demonstrated through work, military service, training, or education

Desired Qualifications
• MBA with an expected graduation date of December 2026 to June 2027
• Successful completion of 2026 Investment Banking Summer Associate Program
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to operate effectively 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 within 90 days of hire if not already held. Recognized equivalents will be accepted.

Program Locations

Positions are available in New York and Charlotte.

Pay Range:

NY (New York City): $175,000 Yearly

NC (Charlotte): $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.

Pay Range

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.
$150,000.00 - $250,000.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.
  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Discounts and savings
  • Commuter benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarships for dependent children
  • Adoption reimbursement


Posting End Date:

13 Aug 2026
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

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