2026 Investment Banking Summer Analyst Program

2026 Investment Banking Summer Analyst Program - London

Leerink Partners is a leading, healthcare-focused investment bank with a legacy of excellence in financial advisory and capital markets. The firm's experienced team provides innovative strategic advice, capital-raising expertise, and differentiated insights to help clients achieve their growth and financing objectives. Since its inception, Leerink has advised on over $70 billion in M&A transactions, helped clients raise more than $175 billion in capital, and established itself as a trusted partner to healthcare companies and their investors. In June 2025, Leerink expanded internationally with the opening of its London office, marking the next phase in the global build-out of its M&A franchise.

Leerink Partners offers a ten-week Summer Analyst Program to students in their penultimate year of undergraduate studies. This is an opportunity to become acquainted with an experienced full-service investment bank focused on growth and innovative companies in the healthcare and life science industries. The program provides a unique opportunity to work alongside our investment banking professionals, gaining hands-on experience across a range of M&A transactions, while developing the skills required for a successful career in financial services and contributing to the firm's continued expansion and growing presence in Europe.

As a Summer Analyst you will:

• Learn about the firm, our culture, and the healthcare investment banking landscape
• Develop the technical, analytical and professional skills necessary to support our business
• Receive hands-on training and mentorship to help you grow and succeed in the role

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of client presentations and marketing materials
• Build and maintain financial models and perform valuation analyses
• Conduct company and industry research, review business plans, and analyze financial statements
• Support due diligence and execution processes
• Work closely with senior team members across the firm and gain exposure to live mandates

Experience and Qualifications Required:

• Exemplary academic record, on track to complete an undergraduate degree in 2027
• Degree discipline or coursework in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Life Sciences preferred
• Outstanding analytical and quantitative skills, with strong attention to detail
• Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Intellectually curious, motivated, collaborative individual who thrives working in a dynamic, entrepreneurial setting
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills

Additional Information:

• Location: London, United Kingdom
• Program duration: 10 weeks, beginning Summer 2026
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom for the duration of the internship and not require visa sponsorship in the future

About Leerink Partners, LLC

Leerink Partners is a leading investment bank providing a complete suite of financial solutions comprising M&A advisory, equity, debt, and derivative capital markets, equity research, and sales and trading capabilities. The firm's strategic focus on the healthcare industry empowers it to provide unique advice and insights to its clients. The firm is a broker-dealer registered with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Leerink Partners is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to expanding its commitments and investments to create a more diverse, equitable and inclusive company culture and innovative ecosystem. We are strongly committed to the values and policy of equal employment opportunity across our employment practices.

Actual starting base pay will be determined on skills, experience, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. Total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other perks, as outlined in any formal offer made.