Investment Banking recruiting
William Blair summer internship: how to get in
William Blair appears in Paperclip’s investment banking network. 269 verified William Blair professionals are in the Paperclip network, and Paperclip can email the ones who fit for you, from your own inbox, alumni from your school first. These counts describe Paperclip coverage, not current vacancies or hiring outcomes.
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Look up your schoolParent? Look up your kid's schoolWilliam Blair dates the firm has published
Every row below comes from William Blair’s own page or a university career-center listing, last checked on November 2, 2026. Status is computed from the dates at build time. Firms change portals without notice, so open the source before acting on a date.
| Program | Opens | Closes | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Working in Technology (WiT), Application Development Summer 2027 internships · Bachelor students graduating December 2027 to June 2030 · Chicago | Not published | Not stated | Open, no stated close | William Blair: Working in Technology Application Development, Summer 2027 |
| Program | Who | When | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Wealth Intern Program Eight-week private wealth internship in US offices | First-years and sophomores | June, year not published | Dates not published | William Blair: Private Wealth campus recruiting |
- Working in Technology (WiT), Application Development. On November 2, 2026, the firm portal still listed the undergraduate Summer 2027 Application Development internship in Chicago with an application form and no stated application deadline. The November 10, 2026 check did not display the cited role or its recorded window; its dates, status and earlier check date are retained.
- Private Wealth Intern Program. The employer describes an eight-week private wealth internship that includes rising sophomores and juniors, with a June start but no cycle year. Checked November 10, 2026.
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William Blair summer internships for 2027 and 2028
Undergraduate summer programs William Blair lists on its own careers site or application portal, checked October 19, 2026. Banking, markets, advisory, research, investing and consulting programs only.
| Program | Summer | Status | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Investment Banking Summer Analyst - Sports, Media & Entertainment New York, New York | Summer 2027 | Open | Not stated |
How to apply to William Blair
Start on William Blair’s student careers page. Applications go through Greenhouse, campus postings.
- Application
- Suited pre-interview assessment
- Online assessment. Suited pre-interview assessment, cited 2027 Investment Banking Summer Analyst program only.
- From William Blair. Complete Suited within 48 hours of receiving the link and check the spam folder.
Checked October 19, 2026 on William Blair’s careers page, program posting. Steps can change by program and office, so check the posting you apply to.
Schools represented in the Paperclip network
A shared school can provide a starting point for a conversation. These are the schools most represented among William Blair professionals in the network. If you go to one of them, consider asking those alumni about their experience. These counts are not placement rates or a complete employer roster.
The investment banking recruiting timeline
Compare summer analyst internships and full-time analyst openings separately. Eligibility and application timing depend on the employer, office, and program.
- Check the current employer posting for the program year, graduation requirements, and location.
- Record the stated deadline and check whether the employer describes rolling review.
- Track assessments and interviews separately from networking conversations.
How to actually get in
Research the team, ask relevant professionals about their experience, and apply through the official process. Networking can inform your preparation but does not guarantee an interview.
Most William Blair people in the network hold roles like Investment Banking Analyst, Investment Banking Associate, Equity Research Associate. The best first notes go to people who share your school or path, with a short, specific ask for fifteen minutes. Paperclip picks those people for you.
Frequently asked questions
Is the William Blair summer internship open?
As of October 19, 2026, William Blair lists this program as open: 2027 Investment Banking Summer Analyst - Sports, Media & Entertainment. Check the posting for the current status.
How do I apply to William Blair?
Apply on William Blair’s careers site (https://www.williamblair.com/Careers/Campus-Recruiting). The steps William Blair lists are: Application; Suited pre-interview assessment. Assessment: Suited pre-interview assessment, cited 2027 Investment Banking Summer Analyst program only.
How many William Blair employees can I reach through Paperclip?
269 verified William Blair professionals are in the Paperclip network. You do not search them yourself: pick your targets and Paperclip emails the ones who fit.
Can Paperclip reach out to William Blair professionals for me?
Yes. With Paperclip Concierge ($149 a month, 10 students per school) you pick industries, firm sizes and cities and add your resume. Paperclip then emails analysts and associates who fit, including William Blair when it matches your targets, from your own inbox every weekday, alumni from your school first, with two follow-ups that stop when someone replies. Emails are spaced out so no firm hears from you too often.
When should I start recruiting for William Blair?
Check the current employer posting for the program year, graduation requirements, and location.
Which schools do William Blair employees come from?
Schools represented in the Paperclip network include Indiana University, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of Notre Dame, Northwestern University.
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