Banking, Investment Banking, Summer Associate, London – United Kingdom 2026

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Job Overview

Citi's Banking division is actively seeking highly motivated Summer Associate Interns to join its distinguished Investment Banking team in London. This intensive 10-week program offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with a broad spectrum of financial services, extending beyond traditional advisory roles to encompass comprehensive global solutions for clients worldwide. The Investment Banking team specializes in mergers & acquisitions, divestitures, financial restructurings, takeover defense, and the underwriting and distribution of equity, debt, and derivative securities.

The Summer Associate program commences in June 2026, beginning with a mandatory one-week "Introduction to Citi" and an in-depth training curriculum. This training is meticulously designed and delivered by some of Citi's most accomplished Investment Bankers, providing participants with a robust foundation in Citi's products, services, and corporate culture. It also serves as a crucial networking platform, fostering connections among peers from diverse global backgrounds. Following the initial training, associates will be strategically placed within an industry group – FIG, Industrials, NRCET, TMT: Comms or TMT: Tech for the subsequent nine weeks. These allocations are determined prior to the program's start, taking into account both individual interests and critical business requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth industry analysis and comprehensive research to provide astute and actionable advice to corporate clients

• Efficiently manage multiple complex banking projects, demonstrating exceptional time management and stakeholder expectation alignment

• Develop compelling and professional new business presentations tailored to diverse client needs

• Collaborate closely with Managing Directors and Directors to cultivate and sustain strong, long-term client relationships

Additional Requirements

• A profound desire to cultivate a comprehensive understanding of the intricate financial industry landscape

• Exhibit intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach in the pursuit of innovative and creative solutions

• Demonstrate superior communication, meticulous planning, and robust organizational capabilities

• A steadfast commitment to continuous personal growth and career development, including adaptability and flexibility. This encompasses a strong eagerness to learn, a proactive disposition, and an aptitude for building rapport and fostering collaborative team environments

• Unwavering commitment to upholding integrity and making ethical decisions in all professional endeavours

• A genuine and keen interest in the broader business environment

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a first-year MBA student

• Possess pertinent and demonstrable prior work experience

This job description provides a high-level overview of the types of responsibilities and duties associated with this role. Other job-related tasks may be assigned as necessary.

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Job Family Group:

Institutional Banking

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Job Family:

Investment Banking

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Time Type:

Full time

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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