Summer 2026 MBA Investment Banking Associate

Hennepin Partners is a Minneapolis-based middle market M&A advisory firm serving entrepreneurs, private equity firms and corporations across a broad range of industries (visit www.hennepinpartners.com). Hennepin prides itself on its Midwest roots, collegial workplace and constructive approach to junior professional involvement in deal-making and career advancement.

The firm is seeking a 2026 Summer MBA Associate for its Minneapolis office. In addition to strong interest in Minneapolis, the ideal candidate is driven, but team-oriented with an innate curiosity about deal-making and how businesses are organized and operate. Candidates must be graduating with their MBA in 2026 to be eligible for this internship.

The Summer MBA Associate program is a 10-12 week in-person experience based in Minneapolis. This is not a remote program. The ideal candidate has connections to, or an interest in, working in Minneapolis.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing businesses and preparing various marketing materials for pitching new business and executing client engagements
• Constructing and reviewing financial and valuation models
• Analyzing and explaining historical and projected financial information
• Contributing to the planning of client engagements
• Performing due diligence on a business and coordinating and organizing that work for others’ use
• Managing clients, buyers, lenders, and third-party providers throughout the deal execution process
• Building relationships and maintaining direct contact with clients, prospective clients, buyers and professional advisors

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing an MBA degree with anticipated graduation in Spring/Summer 2027
• Bachelor's degree with exceptional history of academic achievement
• Professional working experience in a relevant occupation (e.g., attorney, transaction services pro, consultant, etc.)
• Comfort with, and interest in, writing and formatting marketing materials
• Appropriate familiarity with general business, accounting and financial topics
• Capable with financial modeling and Microsoft business programs
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to thrive in a team environment under demanding schedules
• Strong communication, interpersonal and leadership qualities
• Personal responsibility, integrity, self-discipline, and pride in your work product
• Must be willing to reside in Minnesota

NOTE: Hennepin will not sponsor applicants for work visas.