Program Description:
The Strategic Advisory group consists of one of the most experienced investment banking teams in the industry, and has been involved in some of the largest, most complex transactions in recent years. Our global team focuses on a diverse set of industries, including financial institutions, healthcare, industrials, energy, power & utilities, real estate, gaming & lodging, consumer and retail, and technology, sports, media & telecommunications.
Upon completion of training, Summer Associates will have the opportunity to participate in all aspects of pitches and live transactions while being staffed on a number of assignments at once. Summer Associates will assume an integral role, with exposure to a full set of Associate responsibilities (as described below) often working directly with senior level bankers.
Role & Responsibilities:
Summer Associates will work on a wide range of transactions including sellsides, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, recapitalizations, private placements and leveraged buyouts. Associates are expected to be involved with the development, structuring and financing of transactions and regularly attend client and internal meetings, negotiations and due diligence sessions. Summer Associate work will include:
- Financial analysis and modeling
- Drafting of client presentations
- Preparation of memoranda for internal and external use
- Conducting financial and other business related research
- Coordinating complex and often time sensitive processes
- Active involvement in client facing roles
- Assistance in the execution of transactions
Qualifications:
PJT Partners seeks to hire individuals who are highly motivated, intelligent and have excellent academic, leadership and extracurricular records. In addition, qualified candidates will possess the following:
- Outstanding qualitative, technical, and analytical skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Aptitude to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Robust organizational and time management skills
- Strong work ethic and ability to work under pressure
- Strong knowledge of accounting and corporate finance
Requirements:
To be considered for the 2027 Summer Associate Program - Strategic Advisory opportunity based in New York, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Currently enrolled in an MBA program*
- Anticipated graduation date: December 2027 - Spring 2028
- Resume must include expected graduation month/year
- Resume must be in PDF format
- Completion of "Suited" Assessment. Please see below for more details.
* Undergraduates and experienced hires should refer to the Campus Analyst or Experienced Hire opportunities listed on our career site.
Suited Requirement:
Complete the PJT Partners "Suited" Assessment. Please CLICK HERE to create an account. Suited is an A.I. powered assessment driven screening tool that uses assessments to holistically and objectively measure traits and characteristics that can be better predictors of success at PJT. Please ensure you use the same email address used for your PJT application when registering on Suited. Please complete each question through the end of the survey. A "Profile Complete" badge will appear once complete - there is no final "Submit" button.
Expected Annualized Base Salary of $225,000
