Interested in recruiting for Investment Banking? Although most of the recruitment happens in the Fall semester, Spring offers both full-time and internship opportunities. Here is what to expect and tips for success:
Full-Time
- Full-Time campus recruitment opportunities are seldom but exist in the spring semester.
- Graduating students with previous IB experience may qualify for just-in-time (JIT) hiring and lateral roles.
- Tip: Keep an eye on your target firms for experienced hire/lateral openings.
Internship
- Some firms and b-schools conduct their summer internship interviews in January, and offer additional internship spots if their headcount goals are not met, creating additional summer opportunities for still-seeking students.
- Tip: Opt in to the 2026 MBA Summer Internship Resume Book as well as Post BOOYa IB NYC Resumes Summer 2026 in CMS and that your profile is complete (including preferred industry & city/location) to ensure you are included in resume book pulls.
Pro tips and recruitment resources
- Don’t limit your search to the U.S. only. Research opportunities in APAC and EMEA regions as they tend to have more off-cycle opportunities.
- Spring semester hiring happens at a faster pace in comparison to the Fall semester, so be prepared by ensuring your application materials (resume, cover letter, etc.) are updated and ready to share.
- Join the #cdo-financial-services Slack channel for real-time updates on investment banking opportunities.
- Check out my Fall Blog “Your Guide to Investment Banking Recruiting” for additional insights into IB recruiting.
