Investment Banking Teaching Assistant (Summer Contract)

About Wall Street Prep

Founded in 2004, Wall Street Prep (WSP) is the leading provider of professional skills training for the financial services industry. Our mission is to bridge the gap between academia and the real world by equipping finance professionals and students with the practical skills needed to succeed in their careers.

Position Overview

Wall Street Prep is seeking highly motivated finance professionals to join our team as Teaching Assistants (TAs) for our Summer 2026 training programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Wall Street Prep instructors during virtual and in-person training programs for investment banking, private equity, and corporate finance clients
• Aid participants as they complete financial modeling and valuation exercises, including:
• 3-Statement Financial Modeling
• Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Analysis
• Comparable Company Analysis (Comps)
• Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
• Leveraged Buyout (LBO) Modeling
• Provide real-time technical support and answer participant questions throughout training sessions
• Grade assignments and provide clear, constructive feedback
• Absorb classroom logistics, technology setup, and overall session flow
• Help create an engaging and professional learning environment for participants
• Travel to client sites and support intensive week-long training programs

What We're Looking For

• Experience & Background
• 1–3+ years of experience in:
• Investment Banking
• Private Equity
• Equity Research
• Debt Capital Markets (DCM)
• Equity Capital Markets (ECM)
• Investment Management
• Corporate Development
• Other relevant finance roles
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Skills & Interests
• Strong foundation in accounting, valuation, financial modeling, and Excel
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for teaching, coaching, and mentoring others
• Professional, client-facing demeanor
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable speaking in front of groups and interacting with participants throughout the day
• Availability & Travel Requirements
• Availability from June through August (and ideally into September)
• Ability to support training sessions Monday–Friday during normal business hours (typically 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
• Willingness to travel and be on-site for week-long client training programs
• Ability to travel to major financial hubs including:
• New York City
• Boston
• Chicago
• Most in-person assignments consist of full-week seminars (Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM) supporting investment banking and private equity analyst and intern training programs.

Compensation

• Pay
• $600 per day
• Travel expenses covered for approved client engagements
• Professional Development
• Access to Wall Street Prep's Train-the-Trainer Program
• Opportunity to sharpen teaching, presentation, and facilitation skills
• Exposure to leading investment banking and private equity training programs
• Continued development of technical expertise across valuation, M&A, and financial modeling

Why Join Wall Street Prep?

• Work directly with leading instructors and top-tier financial institutions
• Expand your network across investment banking, private equity, and corporate finance
• Build your personal brand through teaching and mentorship
• Develop valuable public speaking and client-facing skills
• Join a collaborative, entrepreneurial team passionate about education and professional development

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wall Street Prep is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and are dedicated to building a team where everyone can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives.