Investment Banking Summer Analyst - 2025

Investment Banking Summer Analyst - 2025

Skyway Capital Markets

Skyway Capital Markets Overview

Skyway Capital Markets, headquartered in Tampa, FL, is a full-service investment banking firm specializing in middle-market transactions. Our mission is to deliver trusted advice, innovative strategies, and exceptional service to our clients across a range of industries. As an integral part of our commitment to developing future leaders, we offer a comprehensive Summer Analyst Program designed to provide you with hands-on experience and the skills necessary to build a rewarding career in investment banking.

At Skyway Capital Markets, we value diversity, inclusion, and professional growth. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique talents to benefit our clients and the firm.

Job Summary

As a Summer Analyst at Skyway Capital Markets, you will gain real-world experience and play a meaningful role in middle-market investment banking. Our program is structured to provide a thorough understanding of financial analysis, research, and deal execution. You will work closely with senior bankers on live transactions, capstone projects, and strategic client engagements.

The program begins with an onboarding week, including technical training in tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, CapIQ, and Pitchbook, and an introduction to Skyway’s operations. Throughout the summer, you will rotate through assignments such as industry research, valuation analysis, target screening, and pitch deck creation. The program culminates in a capstone project, where you will collaborate with peers to solve a real-world investment banking challenge and present your findings to Skyway leadership.

Top-performing interns may receive an offer to join Skyway Capital Markets as a full-time analysts upon graduation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop financial models to evaluate equity and debt financing alternatives.
• Perform valuation methodologies, including comparative company, precedent transactions, and discounted cash flow analyses.
• Conduct in-depth market research to identify trends, opportunities, and strategic recommendations.
• Assist in creating pitch decks, Confidential Information Memoranda (CIMs), and other client deliverables.
• Screen potential acquisition targets or investment opportunities using CapIQ and Pitchbook.
• Collaborate on live deal execution, including due diligence and drafting transaction documents.
• Ability to complete the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam preparation and testing.
• Present a capstone project addressing a real-world investment banking scenario to senior leadership.

Knowledge of:

• Investment banking fundamentals and industry best practices.
• Financial markets, tools, and products.
• Research and valuation techniques.

Skill in:

• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Building detailed financial models and analyzing complex datasets.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking to develop actionable recommendations.
• Utilizing tools like Excel, PowerPoint, CapIQ, and Pitchbook.

Ability to:

• Manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with team members while also working independently.
• Adapt to new challenges and deliver results under tight deadlines.
• Exhibit professionalism and maintain confidentiality.

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program, with an expected graduation date between December 2025 and June 2026.
• Minimum 3.5 GPA required.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Program Expectations

• Exhibit professionalism and maintain a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Actively engage in learning and development opportunities.
• Be proactive in seeking feedback and applying it to improve performance.
• Uphold confidentiality and demonstrate ethical behavior.

Location

Tampa, FL (On-site / In-office)

Skyway Guiding Principles

At Skyway Capital Markets, our team operates under a shared commitment to:

• Growth: Develop professionally and inspire others to excel.
• Collaboration: Work together to achieve impactful outcomes.
• Accountability: Deliver high-quality results with integrity and responsibility.
• Innovation: Adapt and contribute to the firm’s evolution.

Skyway Capital Markets is an equal-opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit and business needs. We welcome and celebrate the unique perspectives and talents that make our team stronger.