For the Class of 2029, November is shaping up to be an important month. Several leading investment banks have opened applications across multiple industry groups, product teams, and office locations. With 61 new applications posted by eleven firms since November 1st, the Summer 2028 recruiting cycle is gaining momentum.
Here's a look at the latest activity:
Houlihan Lokey: Investment Banking Summer Analyst positions across 10 cities. (The firm began posting these opportunities in late October.)
RBC Capital Markets: Opened Investment Banking and Capital Markets Summer Analyst positions.
Lincoln International: Opened several Investment Banking Summer Analyst positions.
Jefferies: Opened Investment Banking Summer Analyst positions across 8 cities.
BNP Paribas: Posted opportunities in Capital Markets, Corporate Finance, Transaction Services, and Equity Research.
Houston Investment Banking Opportunities:
Six additional firms have posted their Houston-only Investment Banking Summer Analyst positions:
Barclays
Baird
Bank of America Merrill Lynch
J.P. Morgan
PJT Partners
Wells Fargo
What's Next?
More applications are expected throughout November and December. Timing is important: bankers recommend applying within the first 1–3 days after an application opens, as firms move quickly to build their interview pools. Be sure to monitor new postings closely so you don't miss early opportunities.
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Meanwhile, the Class of 2028 continues to see opportunities for Summer 2027 internships, including positions in private wealth management, corporate banking, and commercial banking.
Whether you're actively applying or preparing for upcoming opportunities, staying informed and getting ahead of recruiting timelines can make a meaningful difference.
What You Need to Know:
We monitor recruiting every day.
Since 2020, Adventis has tracked 600–700 finance internships annually across investment banking and other high-finance roles.
Recruiting timelines continue to move earlier.
Once the first firms begin posting, others often follow quickly. Being application-ready before recruiting accelerates can make a significant difference.
The Internship Database goes beyond application links.
Our free Internship Database includes application links, posting dates, office locations, industry coverage, and recruiting updates throughout the recruiting cycle.
Helpful Resources:
Class of 2028 Recruiting Hub
See which firms have already posted, which firms are still expected to recruit, and follow our continuously updated recruiting timeline.
NEW: Class of 2029 Recruiting Hub
Recruiting for Summer 2028 internships has begun. Learn what to expect over the next year and how to prepare before recruiting accelerates.
Investment Banking Preparation Guide
Not sure where to start? Our guide outlines what students should focus on each year, from networking and technical preparation to recruiting timelines and recommended resources.
Stay Ahead This Recruiting Cycle
Join our free Internship Database to receive recruiting updates as firms post positions. If you're looking to strengthen your technical skills before interviews begin, explore the Financial Modeling Certification® (FMC®) Program.
We wish you the best of luck throughout the recruiting season, and we'll continue sending updates as new firms post new applications.
