2027 Investment Banking Summer Associate Program (Tokyo)
In the Investment Banking division, we offer Global expertise in market analysis and in advisory and capital-raising services for corporations, institutions, and governments. Morgan Stanley is a worldwide leader in Investment Banking. We are one of the top firms in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), underwriting of equity transactions, corporate debt issuance, and high-yield debt financing. With professionals in 30 countries, we are consistently recognized for our performance in traditional and innovative financing techniques, helping clients around the world to make decisions about their business strategy and financial structure.
Internship Programs
Our Summer Associates have the opportunity to be involved in an immersive orientation program and learn about our culture as well as the benefits and responsibilities of being a member of the Firm. You will participate in an intensive division-specific training program focused on developing a strong foundation in the basic skills of financial analysis, accounting and valuation, and work on a wide range of transactions.
In addition, Summer Associates have many opportunities to exchange ideas and network with peers, mentors and senior managers through team-building sessions and benefit from working alongside experienced professionals on meaningful projects during their internship. Our internship programs are designed to provide a realistic view of Investment Banking by having the interns assume the functions of Full-Time Associates.
Role and Responsibilities
The role of Summer Associates may include:
- Analyzing detailed company, industry, and financial information
- Preparing financial analyses and exhibits, including comparable company, precedent transaction and performance benchmarking materials
- Building financial models to evaluate valuation and transaction outcomes
- Assisting in the preparation of marketing materials, including pitch books, information memoranda, and management presentations
- Supporting the execution of M&A, equity, and debt transactions
Qualifications and Skills
- MBA students graduating between September 2027 and July 2028 are eligible to apply.
- Must be graduating from an MBA at a University/Institution outside of Japan.
- Business level proficiency in English and Japanese.
Internship Period
Summer Associate Program: 10 weeks between June and August 2027
Application Deadline
Application deadline: Sunday, November 01, 2026 at 23:55 JST.
We recruit on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as you are ready.
For enquiries, please email us at Recruit.Japan@morganstanley.com
What you can expect from Morgan Stanley
At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please visit https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices.