2026 Sophomore Job Shadow Program

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Chicago, IL, USA
In-Office
Financial Services
The Role

We are trusted investment banking advisors to business owners and senior executives of leading private equity firms and public and privately held companies around the world. Our services include mergers and acquisitions advisory, private funds and capital markets advisory, and valuation and fairness opinions. As one tightly integrated team of more than 1,000 professionals across 15 countries, we offer an unmatched perspective on the global private capital markets, backed by superb execution and a deep commitment to client success. With extensive industry knowledge and relationships, timely market intelligence and strategic insights, we forge deep, productive client relationships that endure for decades. Learn more at www.lincolninternational.com.

At Lincoln International, we know that the success of our global organization is a direct outcome of the strength of our people. We encourage diversity of thought and create talent density by attracting, retaining and engaging high performers from all demographics, backgrounds and perspectives. We value diversity, equity and inclusion as a catalyst to foster innovation and creative problem solving, access the best candidates and adapt to a highly dynamic, competitive environment. We know that employing a diverse team and valuing the unique perspectives of our people allows us to better understand and serve the needs of our clients.

Lincoln International is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We encourage you to read more about our commitment to diversity and Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) efforts.

Sophomore Job Shadow Program:

Lincoln International invites high-performing, motivated undergraduate sophomores interested in learning more about Investment Banking to apply for our Sophomore Job Shadow Program.

We have designed a one-day program that will expose undergraduate students to the various opportunities available to them through a career in investment banking. The externship offers the below opportunities, and we look forward to reviewing your qualifications! This program will serve as an event relevant to the 2027 summer internship recruiting cycle, so it will be a great opportunity to continue the conversation for junior year internships

  • Lincoln’s Sophomore Job Shadow Program is a one day program, which will take place on Wednesday, January 7th, 2026 at Lincoln's Chicago Office
  • Participants will gain exposure to 3 main areas:
    • Overview of Lincoln and the sell-side M&A process
    • Insight into the responsibilities of an investment banking analyst
    • Networking with Lincoln bankers of various levels
  • Application Deadline: Friday, December 5th, 2025

Desired Skills and Experience:

  • Current Sophomores in college or university
  • Preferred Finance, Accounting or Business Major
  • Minimum GPA of 3.5
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Assertive, self-motivated and desire to succeed in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

Additional Information:

Lincoln International is not currently hiring individuals for this workshop who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.

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Lincoln International Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Lincoln International and has not been reviewed or approved by Lincoln International.

  • Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentives are broadly available and aligned with industry norms, with annual bonuses commonly part of total compensation in core banking roles.
  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is characterized as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, and in some cases fully paid premiums alongside life and disability coverage.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing resources and practical lifestyle supports are emphasized, including mental‑health platforms, primary‑care access, wellness stipends, commuter benefits, and late‑night transportation support.

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We are trusted investment banking advisors to business owners and senior executives of leading private equity firms and their portfolio companies and to public and privately held companies around the world. Our services include mergers and acquisitions advisory, private funds and capital markets advisory, and valuations and fairness opinions. As one tightly integrated team of more than 950 professionals in more than 20 offices in 15 countries, we offer an unobstructed perspective on the global private capital markets, backed by superb execution and a deep commitment to client success. With extensive industry knowledge and relationships, timely market intelligence and strategic insights, we forge deep, productive client relationships that endure for decades.

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