Financial Technology Partners (FT Partners) is a premier investment banking firm dedicated exclusively to the financial technology sector. Financial Technology Partners’ success is driven by the advanced skills, industry expertise and tenacious drive of our highly talented team. Our people are our greatest asset – and we strive to create a rewarding long-term environment for every member of the Firm. Headquartered in San Francisco with additional offices in NYC and London, FT Partners has advised on some of the most meaningful transactions in the high-growth Financial Technology sector in recent years. We offer a full suite of financial and strategic advisory services, including merger and acquisition advisory, private capital raising and capital markets advisory. The Financial Technology sector is a dynamic industry that encompasses the convergence of financial services and technology. We are a 200+ person global firm that prides itself on having an extremely collegial and energetic culture. Every member of the organization is expected to meaningfully contribute to the Firm’s success. Senior bankers at the Firm are formerly of Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, Evercore, Qatalyst, Guggenheim and Barclays.

FT Partners Summer Associates are in the office 5 days/week; however, full-time employees operate on a hybrid work model, with three days in the office and two days remote.

Our Summer Associate program begins in June 2027 and is an 8-week commitment. Summer Associates are included in all aspects of a transaction from origination to closing. Your responsibilities will encompass extensive financial modeling and analysis, company valuation, corporate and industry research, strategic analysis and recommendations, identification of business development opportunities, due diligence, preparation of client presentation materials, and the identification of potential corporate and financial sponsors, buyers, and investors. Summer Associates work closely with senior investment bankers, managing day-to-day deal activities and overseeing and mentoring Analysts.

• Currently enrolled in a top-tier business school, graduating by summer of 2028
• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.5
• Proven capability to lead and manage projects effectively
• Exceptional organizational, execution, and time management skills, with keen attention to detail
• Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to interact at all organizational levels
• Excellent presentation skills, adaptable to both large and small group settings
• Strategic thinker with robust analytical capabilities
• Proven quantitative and technical expertise, proficient in Excel and PowerPoint
• Entrepreneurial mindset, ready to tackle complex tasks and challenges
• Demonstrates ability to effectively integrate AI-powered tools into daily workflows to increase efficiency and maximize outputs
• Strong work ethic, self-discipline, and motivation
• U.S. work authorization required at the time of application; FT Partners does not sponsor work visas

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce high-impact materials
• Executive presence and ability to command a room
• Maturity and professionalism in interactions with client executives
• Effective participation in both internal and external meetings

• Collaborative team player who fosters a positive team environment, keeps commitments, inspires trust and upholds ethical standards and firm values
• Ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines, with effective prioritization and planning skills
• Commitment to the long-term development of self and others through coaching

• Leadership from Managing Partners and Managing Directors with backgrounds at Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, Evercore, Qatalyst, Guggenheim and Barclays
• Award-winning execution, recognized as Investment Bank of the Year and Boutique of the Year, among other accolades
• Involvement in both billion-dollar transactions and early-stage, high-growth VC deals
• Clear career progression and competitive compensation packages
• Access to an unparalleled deal flow with a distinguished client base
• Opportunities to engage with world-class executives in a high-growth sector
• Established relationships with top financial sponsors
• A close-knit, rapidly growing team environment

• Deribit’s $4.3 billion Sale to Coinbase
• Divvy's $2.5 billion Sale to Bill.com
• AvidXchange’s $2.2 billion Sale to TPG & Corpay
• GreenSky’s $2.2 billion Sale to Goldman Sachs
• Truebill’s $1.3 billion Sale to Rocket Companies
• Revolut's $1.3 billion Financing at a $33 billion Valuation
• Finicity’s $1 billion Sale to Mastercard
• Intermex’s $500 million Sale to Western Union
• SpotOn’s $300 million Series F Financing at a $3.6 billion Valuation
• Bilt’s $250 million Financing at a $10.75 billion Valuation
• Lumin Digital’s $200 million Growth Financing
• Stash’s $146 million Series H Financing
• CloudWalk’s $150 million Financing at a ~$2.2 billion Valuation

The annual salary for this position at commencement of employment is $175,000/year. If hired, the employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

To apply please submit your resume, cover letter, and undergraduate transcript to [FT Partners]( by Sunday, November 8 at 11:59pm.