Operations Summer Analyst Program – and Jersey

Jefferies Operations Summer Analyst Program – New York and Jersey City

Jefferies Summer Interns have the unique opportunity to gain insight into a global, client-focused investment bank and experience an entrepreneurial environment where employees have the opportunity to make an immediate impact and are rewarded for performance. You’ll be exposed to Jefferies’ full range of products and leading industry expertise. Our lean team structure will not only provide you with unparalleled hands‑on experience, it will help you develop lasting personal and professional relationships with peers and senior professionals that will serve as the foundation for a successful career.

Following an enriching orientation program, Interns will begin working on their day‑to‑day responsibilities, with support from colleagues serving as both instructors and mentors throughout the internship program. As a way to help maximize your experience with us, Interns will receive formal performance reviews.

In addition to working on projects that incorporate research, analysis, and recommendations, Interns are challenged to think creatively, offer their input, and add value to the team from day one. As with everyone at Jefferies, Interns are expected to pursue their projects with excellence, a collaborative spirit, and with the highest levels of integrity.

We look for candidates who are eager to make an impact to our clients by doing real, hands‑on work. Successful Jefferies Interns are able to multitask and manage a variety of projects simultaneously. Candidates must demonstrate professionalism and relationship management skills together with strong technical, written and verbal communication skills. The work is fast paced, challenging and intellectually stimulating. The ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines, be adaptable and work both independently and as part of a team are essential traits of a successful candidate.

Candidates should have a strong academic background and be pursuing a four‑year Bachelor’s degree or equivalent program. Although a background in accounting or finance can be helpful, we hire Interns who have studied a variety of disciplines.

• Undergraduate candidates pursuing a Bachelor’s degree
• Expected graduation between December 2027 – June 2028
• Proficient in Microsoft office, including Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Broad understanding of financial markets
• Demonstrates a high level of professionalism and client management
• Ability to perform under pressure with tight deadlines
• Project management skills a plus
• Team player who excels at working both independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail, organized
• Ability to multitask and manage a variety of projects simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

The Jefferies Operations team affords Interns the opportunity to become familiar with the processing and reconciliation of all firm and client trading and settlement activity. Interns will be placed in one of the following teams within Operations:
Capital Markets Middle Office, Operations Projects, U.S. Securities Operations, or Static Data/New Accounts. Additionally, you will have regular and consistent interaction with various other operational groups, as well as Finance, Risk, Compliance, and business management teams.

Intern responsibilities in Operations may include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting product‑specific Sales & Trading desks
• Working with Front Office teams to on‑board accounts in a client focused manner
• Partnering with Clients throughout the trading life cycles
• Understanding the reconciliation trade break process
• Identifying…