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.

Our clients include top-tier investment banks, private equity and investment management firms, Fortune 500 companies, and leading undergraduate business schools and MBA programs. With training content designed by industry experts, we deliver hands-on instruction through live classroom sessions and our state-of-the-art online learning platform.

Position Overview

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting Wall Street Prep instructors while inspiring and mentoring some of the brightest minds entering the finance industry. This role combines technical finance exposure with hands-on teaching, client interaction, and professional development.

Teaching Assistants support full-day training programs for investment banking and private equity clients, both virtually and on-site, and work closely with lead instructors to ensure a high-quality classroom experience. This position is ideal for finance professionals with 1–2+ years of experience who enjoy teaching, working with people, and deepening their own technical and presentation skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in virtual and in-person training sessions delivered to investment banking and private equity clients, including intern and analyst programs

• Support students 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 guidance and answer student questions during training sessions

• Grade assignments and deliver clear, constructive feedback

• Assist lead instructors with classroom logistics and overall session flow

• Travel to client sites and support full-day seminars for 1–3 weeks at a time, as needed

What We’re Looking For

Experience & Background

• 1–2+ years of experience in investment banking or related fields, such as:

  • Private Equity

  • Equity Research

  • Debt Capital Markets (DCM)

  • Equity Capital Markets (ECM)

  • Investment Management or similar roles

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field

Skills & Interests

• Strong proficiency in accounting, financial modeling, and Excel

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Genuine interest in teaching and mentoring, with a strong ability to engage and interact with others

• Professional, client-facing demeanor and attention to detail

Availability & Location

• Lives in the United States (New York City preferred)

• Available June through August/September, with high availability during the first two weeks of June

• Flexible to support training sessions Monday–Friday during normal business hours

• Ability to be on-site at client locations for extended training programs

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation

• $600 per day (competitive daily rate)

Professional Development

• Access to Wall Street Prep’s Train-the-Trainer Program to develop teaching and presentation skills

• Opportunities to deepen expertise in corporate finance, valuation, and M&A

Career Growth & Culture

• Expand your professional network across the finance industry

• Build a strong personal brand through teaching and mentoring

• Join a dynamic, entrepreneurial team passionate about collaboration, learning, and innovation

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wall Street Prep is an equal-opportunity employer and is 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 as their authentic selves.