Investment Banking: 2026 Summer Internship Overview (For Sophomores)

Employers hiring for investment banking internships recruit based on the timelines that work for their company. Internships after the junior year of college often lead to full-time offers after graduation. Recruiting for junior-year internships usually begins during your sophomore year and bulge bracket banks often open applications as early as January 2025. Some boutique investment banks may start accepting applications as early as November/December 2024 for summer 2026. View the resource for additional details.