What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern - Public Finance (New York, NY) position at Hilltop Securities Inc.?
Hilltop Securities Inc. is currently looking for qualified students to join our Public Finance team as a Summer Intern. This individual will work closely with our Public Finance to gain hands-on experience in the profession while assisting with several key initiatives across the company. They will develop entry-level experience in the financial services industry, including development and delivery of initiatives, and effective practices. Our Summer 2025 Internship Program is an in-person experience lasting from May 27, 2025 to August 1, 2025, with opportunities located in downtown Dallas at our HTS Tower location and throughout the country at various branch locations. Salary Range: $20/hour
Responsibilities
About Us
At HilltopSecurities, we believe in building noble and collaborative relationships that enrich the financial future of individuals, businesses and communities. With an extensive portfolio of products, we deliver a broad range of investment banking and related financial services that help our clients achieve their definition of success. As a subsidiary of HilltopHoldings, which also encompasses PlainsCapital Bank, and PrimeLending, we have the financial strength and stability that has withstood the test of time. Our nationwide presence in 400 locations across 44 states provides our associates with extensive opportunities to grow their careers in a diverse organization that truly values relationship capital above all else.
About The Team
With 75 years in the financial industry, HilltopSecurities’ Public Finance department stands among the best firms nationwide, ranking second in municipal advisories in the country. Our team of over 200 professionals develop over 1,100 financings each year on average. As part of HilltopSecurities’ Public Finance department, you have the opportunity to support public entities’ financing efforts across a variety of sectors such as toll roads, airports, hotels, higher education, health care, and more, in addition to public-private partnerships. You are given the responsibility to analyze and structure deals for clients across all sectors. Our use of industry-specific software packages allows us to conduct extensive financial analysis and present proposals and detailed presentations to our clients. We work to better the lives of those around us, and we start with those who trust us with moving our communities forward. We are dedicated to serving the public and are proud to work with clients across the country.
Responsibilities
- Work directly with Traders and Public Finance bankers for hands-on experience in this line of business, including opportunity to perform data analysis and deliver presentations to Public Finance leadership and training on municipal finance.
- Perform financial data analysis
- Review client memos, assist with development of presentation materials and proposals for new and existing clients
- Shadow full-time employees as they interact with potential and existing clients
- Assist Public Finance bankers and disclosure departments
- Other duties as assigned
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Rising Senior pursuing finance or related field is preferred
- Some experience (0 – 1 year) is preferred but not required
- Strong interest in public finance investment banking
- Computer hardware, operating system (Windows or Mac), and software/application (MS Office, Internet Explorer, Outlook etc.) skills.
- Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills
- Proven self-starter who can initiate tasks and follow up to completion
- Exceptional time management and organizational skills
- Desire to learn about career opportunities in the financial services industry
- Candidate MUST have authorization to work for any employer in the US without requiring sponsorship, whether in student status or not
About Us
At HilltopSecurities, we believe in building noble and collaborative relationships that enrich the financial future of individuals, businesses and communities. With an extensive portfolio of products, we deliver a broad range of investment banking and related financial services that help our clients achieve their definition of success. As a subsidiary of HilltopHoldings, which also encompasses PlainsCapital Bank, and PrimeLending, we have the financial strength and stability that has withstood the test of time. Our nationwide presence in 400 locations across 44 states provides our associates with extensive opportunities to grow their careers in a diverse organization that truly values relationship capital above all else.
About The Team
With 75 years in the financial industry, HilltopSecurities’ Public Finance department stands among the best firms nationwide, ranking second in municipal advisories in the country. Our team of over 200 professionals develop over 1,100 financings each year on average. As part of HilltopSecurities’ Public Finance department, you have the opportunity to support public entities’ financing efforts across a variety of sectors such as toll roads, airports, hotels, higher education, health care, and more, in addition to public-private partnerships. You are given the responsibility to analyze and structure deals for clients across all sectors. Our use of industry-specific software packages allows us to conduct extensive financial analysis and present proposals and detailed presentations to our clients. We work to better the lives of those around us, and we start with those who trust us with moving our communities forward. We are dedicated to serving the public and are proud to work with clients across the country.
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