Job Description:

At Piper Sandler, we connect capital with opportunity to build a better future.

We believe that diverse teams with unique backgrounds, skills and experiences yield more innovative solutions. This is reflected in our commitment to engage, hire, and retain bright, committed people to work in partnership within an inclusive environment that allows each person to achieve personal success and add value to our teams and communities.

As a leading investment bank, we enable growth and success for our clients through deep sector expertise, candid advice and a differentiated, highly productive culture.

Our investment banking clients have access to unparalleled guidance through our deep product and sector expertise and ready access to global capital. We take pride in providing our clients with thoughtful advice and diligent execution, no matter the economic environment.

Our investment banking group partners with corporate clients and financial sponsors to provide advisory and financing services related to mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt capital markets, private placements, restructuring and corporate & venture services. We offer in-depth knowledge and industry relationships in our core sectors of chemicals & materials, consumer, energy & power, financial services, healthcare, services & industrials and technology. Learn more about our investment banking team here.

Our Associate internship program provides an opportunity for candidates to grow over the course of the summer by working in investment banking. As part of an industry team, interns will contribute to live deals and projects. The program begins with one week of orientation with the Summer Associate intern class, including training and team building. Each intern is paired with a peer and senior mentor throughout the program.

Our Summer Associate internship program is a direct pipeline to full-time positions.

Piper Sandler is currently seeking a 2027 Summer Associate in our Houston, TX office.

Eligibility:

Enrolled in a full-time MBA program in the fall of 2026
Interest in a career in Investment Banking
Available for a summer internship in 2027
Enjoy working hard as part of a team
You must be work authorized in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. For this role, we cannot offer employment to F-1 (student) visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.

Piper Sandler values a strong culture dedicated to the emotional and physical well-being of our employees. Learn more about our commitment to our employees’ health and well-being. Learn more about our benefits program and how we are here for our employees and their families today, tomorrow and beyond.

The anticipated starting salary for individuals expressing interest in this position is based on $175,000 per year.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran or status with regard to public assistance.

About the company

Piper Sandler is a full-service investment bank and securities firm that helps clients raise and manage capital, execute mergers and acquisitions, and navigate financial markets. It offers investment banking, brokerage, asset management, and advisory services through a global network of offices. The company works by providing capital-raising advice, underwriting, and advisory work across the client lifecycle, supported by its research, trading, and wealth-management capabilities. What sets Piper Sandler apart is its long history (founded in 1895), its global reach across the U.S. and Europe and the Middle East, and its emphasis on a partnership-driven approach with deep sector expertise—paired with regulated, locally compliant operations in multiple jurisdictions. The firm’s goal is to help clients realize the Power of Partnership by delivering tailored financial solutions that support growth, strategic transactions, and long-term value creation.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Founded

1895

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What believers are saying

Q2 2026 adjusted net revenues reached $491.1 million, up 21% year over year.
Advisory services hit record $274 million in Q2 2026, up 34%.
September 10 and October 2, 2026 launches deepen Europe and infrastructure revenue pipelines.

What critics are saying

July 2026 disclosed two FINRA arbitrations over Crown Capital notes, seeking damages.
A California note-rate lawsuit already accrued $9.7 million, signaling more legal expense.
A large adverse FINRA outcome on $158.3 million of notes would overwhelm annual profits.

What makes Piper Sandler unique

Piper Sandler’s U.S. equity research ranked top ten by Starmine, supporting client distribution.
Extel named Piper Sandler the 2025 #1 small- and mid-cap liquidity provider.
London, Paris, Zurich, and Abu Dhabi offices extend its cross-border investment-banking platform.

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Oct 5th, 2026

Piper Sandler establishes infrastructure debt advisory team in London.

Piper Sandler establishes infrastructure debt advisory team in London. The team will be led by industry veteran Stewart Robinson, who joins the firm in the London office. In addition, Hugo Muller and Anish Shah have been hired as directors. Piper Sandler, an investment bank, established a new infrastructure debt advisory team led by industry veteran Stewart Robinson, who joins the firm in the London office. In addition, Hugo Muller and Anish Shah have been hired as directors. The team will be fully integrated into the energy, power and infrastructure group and focused on advising infrastructure companies on debt financing and capital raising transactions. "We are excited to welcome Stewart, Hugo and Anish to the infrastructure group," Paul Leece, managing director and global head of infrastructure of Piper Sandler, said. "Their extensive experience across debt advisory, private placements, project bonds and infrastructure financing will enhance the advice we provide to clients across the sector. The addition of this team will further strengthen our integrated offering and allow us to support clients across their capital structure and strategic objectives." Robinson most recently served as a managing director and EMEA head of debt advisory at Nomura International. Before joining Nomura, he was a managing director in the power, energy and infrastructure team at Cantor Fitzgerald. He previously served as EMEA head of private placements and project bonds at Societe Generale and held roles in the debt capital markets and structured credit teams at Royal Bank of Canada and Barclays Capital. Robinson holds a master's degree in engineering, economics and management from Oxford University. "I am thrilled to join Piper Sandler and to be reunited with Paul and the team," Robinson said. "Debt advisory and M&A advisory are symbiotic and the addition of debt advisory expertise will broaden the advisory skill set that the firm can offer to clients. The integration of these advisory services and the culture of collaboration will allow us to deliver outstanding results for our clients." Prior to joining Piper Sandler, Muller and Shah were executive directors in the debt advisory team at Nomura in London. They have over 20 years combined experience in debt financing with a focus on infrastructure and energy sectors. Muller received his bachelor's degree from the University of Bath. Shah received his bachelor's degree from The University of Manchester.

Piper Sandler

Oct 2nd, 2026

Piper Sandler establishes infrastructure debt advisory team in London.

Piper Sandler establishes infrastructure debt advisory team in London. 10/02/2026 | 03:00:00 AM LONDON-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Oct. 2, 2026- Piper Sandler Companies (NYSE: PIPR), a leading investment bank, announced that it is establishing a new infrastructure debt advisory team led by industry veteran, Stewart Robinson, who joins the firm in the London office. In addition, Hugo Muller and Anish Shah have been hired as directors. The team will be fully integrated into the energy, power and infrastructure group and focused on advising infrastructure companies on debt financing and capital raising transactions. "We are excited to welcome Stewart, Hugo and Anish to the infrastructure group. Their extensive experience across debt advisory, private placements, project bonds and infrastructure financing will enhance the advice we provide to clients across the sector. The addition of this team will further strengthen our integrated offering and allow us to support clients across their capital structure and strategic objectives," said Paul Leece, managing director and global head of infrastructure. Robinson most recently served as a managing director and EMEA head of debt advisory at Nomura International Ltd. Before joining Nomura, he was a managing director in the power, energy and infrastructure team at Cantor Fitzgerald. He previously served as EMEA head of private placements and project bonds at Societe Generale and held roles in the debt capital markets and structured credit teams at Royal Bank of Canada and Barclays Capital. Robinson holds a master's degree in engineering, economics and management from Oxford University. "I am thrilled to join Piper Sandler and to be reunited with Paul and the team. Debt advisory and M&A advisory are symbiotic and the addition of debt advisory expertise will broaden the advisory skill set that the firm can offer to clients. The integration of these advisory services and the culture of collaboration will allow us to deliver outstanding results for our clients," said Robinson. Prior to joining Piper Sandler, Muller and Shah were executive directors in the debt advisory team at Nomura in London. They have over 20 years combined experience in debt financing with a focus on infrastructure and energy sectors. Muller received his bachelor's degree from the University of Bath. Shah received his bachelor's degree from The University of Manchester. ABOUT PIPER SANDLER Piper Sandler Companies (NYSE: PIPR) is a leading investment bank driven to help clients Realize the Power of Partnership(R). Securities brokerage and investment banking services are offered in the U.S. through Piper Sandler & Co., member SIPC and NYSE; in the U.K. through Piper Sandler Ltd., authorized and regulated by the U.K. Financial Conduct Authority; in the EU through Piper Sandler Europe SAS, an investment firm authorized by the Autorité de contrôle prudentiel et de résolution and regulated by the Autorité des marchés financiers, and Aviditi Capital Advisors Europe GmbH, a tied agent of AHP Capital Management GmbH, authorized and regulated by BaFin; and in the Abu Dhabi Global Market through Piper Sandler MENA Ltd., authorized and regulated by the ADGM Financial Services Regulatory Authority. Alternative asset management and fixed income advisory services are offered through separately registered advisory affiliates. (C) 2026. Since 1895. Piper Sandler Companies 350 North 5th Street Minneapolis, MN, 55401-5711.

Today in New York

Sep 30th, 2026

Brenton Point Capital Partners expands team with five new hires.

Brenton Point Capital Partners expands team with five new hires. Firm adds investment, finance and AI capabilities to support growing portfolio of partner companies 2026 has been an important year of growth for Brenton Point, and Today in New York is investing in the team needed to support it." - Tim Hall, Founder and Managing Partner of Brenton Point Capital Partners NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 30, 2026 / EINPresswire.com / - Brenton Point Capital Partners ("Brenton Point"), a private equity firm focused on partnering with lower-middle-market businesses, today announced five new hires spanning its investment team, finance and artificial intelligence, to support its growing portfolio of partner companies. Brenton Point has named Riley McCabe Vice President; Jagger Gillman Senior Associate; Lorenzo Di Sarro Associate; John Gokey Finance Associate; and Vir Sawhney AI Builder. McCabe, Gillman and Di Sarro will serve on the investment team, with Gokey on the finance team and Sawhney focused on developing and deploying AI tools for the firm and its partner companies. With these additions, Brenton Point has grown from seven to 12 employees. The firm has also added two new platform companies this year: Lakeshore Ag Distributors and Merit Restorations. The firm's portfolio also includes Easton Select Group, Premier Equipment Solutions and Landmark Funeral Group. "2026 has been an important year of growth for Brenton Point, and we are investing in the team needed to support it," said Tim Hall, Founder and Managing Partner of Brenton Point Capital Partners. "Riley, Jagger and Lorenzo add meaningful experience to our deal teams as we pursue new opportunities. John strengthens our finance and compliance function. Vir brings an increasingly important skill set: building practical AI tools that help our firm and management teams work more effectively. We are excited to welcome all five to Brenton Point." New Team Members Riley McCabe, Vice President, joins from Turnspire Capital Partners, where he served as Vice President and worked on lower-middle-market special-situations investments across the industrial, consumer manufacturing and business services sectors. His experience includes leading platform and add-on acquisitions and working closely with portfolio companies on value creation initiatives. McCabe previously spent nearly five years at Argand Partners, a value-oriented industrials-focused private equity firm, and he began his career in the Global Industrials Group at Credit Suisse. Jagger Gillman, Senior Associate, joins from H.I.G. Capital, where he was a Private Equity Associate in the firm's Infrastructure Fund. His responsibilities included evaluating new investments, financial modeling and due diligence, as well as supporting portfolio companies on acquisitions, operational initiatives and organic growth strategies. Gillman previously worked in investment banking at Piper Sandler, covering middle-market industrial, distribution and business services companies. Lorenzo Di Sarro, Associate, joins from UBS, where he was an Investment Banking Analyst in the Global Industrials Group with a focus on industrial services. His work included transaction execution, industry research, due diligence and financial analysis. Di Sarro previously gained experience at Deerpath Capital Management, Hightower Advisors and Quantel-AI. John Gokey, Finance Associate, joins from Deloitte, where he served as a Tax Consultant working with private equity and hedge fund clients. His experience included advising clients on complex tax reporting and compliance matters. Vir Sawhney, AI Builder, will focus on developing AI-powered tools and applications that support the firm's investment processes, portfolio company operations and information management. Sawhney previously interned at Incline Equity Partners and has developed an AI-powered investment research platform, co-founded an AI soccer analytics venture and built operational data and enterprise resource planning applications as an independent contractor. About Brenton Point Capital Partners Brenton Point Capital Partners is a private equity firm focused on partnering with lower-middle-market businesses to unlock growth through strategic acquisitions and expansion. The firm partners with entrepreneurs, owners and management teams to build stronger businesses and create enduring prosperity for all stakeholders. Learn more: https://brentonpointcp.com. Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. Today in New York do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.

Yahoo Finance

Sep 20th, 2026

Piper Sandler launches Europe-wide equities trading with Paris office as part of cross-border expansion

Piper Sandler Companies has expanded its European operations by launching equities trading through Piper Sandler Europe. The firm secured regulatory approval in France with passporting rights across the region and opened a Paris office staffed by eight sales and trading professionals. This follows last year's Zurich office opening. The expansion deepens the firm's presence in European financial hubs and could broaden its client reach alongside its US-focused platform. The company recently returned cash to shareholders through a $5 per share special dividend and ongoing buybacks under a $150 million programme. However, hiring and integrating talent across new regions could pressure margins if client volumes soften. Simply Wall St Community members value the company between $33.53 and $88.13 per share.

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Sep 17th, 2026

American AgCredit raises $150M in subordinated debt to dodge 8.5% rate reset cliff

American AgCredit issued $150 million in subordinated notes to redeem $200 million of preferred stock ahead of a costly interest rate reset. The farm lender, the nation's fifth-largest Farm Credit association, used the proceeds plus $50 million cash to retire Series A preferred stock that was set to reset from 5.25% to approximately 8.50% in June 2026. The new 15-year notes carry a 6.75% fixed rate for ten years, generating annual savings of nearly $6.9 million. Piper Sandler served as sole initial purchaser for the private placement. The cooperative, which oversees a loan portfolio exceeding $20 billion across seven states, serves more than 12,000 agricultural member-owners. The refinancing preserves its ability to provide stable credit during a period of agricultural sector stress, with nonaccrual loans reaching 2.39%. McDermott Will & Emery and Dorsey & Whitney provided legal counsel on the transaction.