Investment Banking Graduate Analyst Programme

Following my years studying corporate finance at ESSEC Business School, I decided to do an internship in Investment Banking to put my knowledge in practice. The role of the Investment Banker intern is truly interesting as you have the opportunity to work on several deals across a wide range of sectors. This allows you to really know what you like and where you are the best to better chose where and how you want to start your career.

I heard about Nomura through my previous internship where a former colleague told me it was a very active office in Paris with a dedicated team. I contacted former interns from the Nomura Paris office who told me that the firm offers strong exposure for interns compared to other investment banking companies and allows interns to gain strong experience while working with more experienced colleague. During my year at ESSEC I studied in Singapore for 6 months and was attracted to the Asian culture, Nomura was the perfect company to bring together Asia and banking. After two rounds of interview, I joined Nomura as an intern for a 6-month off-cycle program in January 2023.

From an intern perspective, Nomura offers a challenging and dynamic work environment. Interns are given the opportunity to work on various projects and contribute to the success of the company. They are exposed to various aspects of the business and have the chance to learn from experienced professionals with longstanding careers. Nomura places a strong emphasis on mentorship and career development, providing interns with guidance and support throughout their internship.

During the very first days of my internship I was on boarded on two ongoing sell-sides in different sectors. This allowed me to gain a lot of exposure as I worked closely with the analysts and associates in the team to create the marketing materials for the deals. Over the 6-months of my internship I gained a lot of experience and was able to work more autonomously on bigger and more challenging tasks. Eventually I rejoined the team as a full-time analyst in July 2023.

One advice I would give to a future interns is to build good relationships and trust with you team. The more your team believes in you the more exposure you are going to get. It is key to always have a good attitude and be detailed oriented to achieve your goals. The Investment Banking sector is full of opportunities and if you show willingness you will have the opportunity to truly build your career.