BGL's Summer Analyst Program: A Top-10 Internship Experience
Brown Gibbons Lang & Company (BGL), a distinguished name in the independent investment banking and financial advisory sector, is thrilled to receive recognition from Vault, ranking its Summer Analyst Program among the top 10 investment banking internships for 2025. This accolade follows BGL's previous achievement of being listed in the Top 100 Internship Programs by Yello and Way Up, reinforcing the firm's commitment to fostering future talent in finance.
Vault's Ranking Methodology
Vault, known for its comprehensive employer rankings and surveys, conducted an extensive survey involving over 17,000 interns from nearly 250 companies. The interns rated their employers across various criteria, including workplace culture, job satisfaction, compensation, business outlook, work-life balance, and training quality. In this extensive review process, BGL achieved an impressive overall ninth place, underlining the firm’s dedication to creating an enriching and supportive internship environment.
Andrew Petryk, Senior Managing Director and member of BGL's Executive Committee, emphasized the significance of this achievement. “This recognition is a testament to BGL's commitment to providing interns with the tools, support, and confidence to launch their investment banking careers,” he stated. “We believe strongly in investing for the long term, which includes providing BGL's interns and junior professionals with meaningful experiences, hands-on learning, and professional growth opportunities.”
Overview of the Summer Analyst Program
BGL's Summer Analyst Program runs for nine weeks and offers a robust mixture of practical experience and training. Interns benefit from:
- - Technical Training: Gaining hands-on knowledge that equips them with necessary skills in investment banking.
- - Mentorship: Personalized guidance from experienced professionals, aiding in professional development and networking.
- - Case Competitions: Engaging in real-world challenges that test their analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
- - Live Deal Work: Direct involvement in transactions across various sectors, including consumer, healthcare, life sciences, industrials, infrastructure, services, technology, and real estate. This exposure not only enhances their understanding of the industry but also positions them favorably for future career opportunities.
With a staggering 95% return offer acceptance among interns in 2025, BGL continues to outpace industry standards and remains committed to nurturing the next generation of investment banking professionals.
Engaging Future Leaders
BGL is gearing up for its annual campus recruiting tour and is also launching the Emerging Women Leaders Webinar Series. This initiative is crafted to empower female sophomores by providing them with essential knowledge, career insights, and interviewing skills necessary for breaking into the competitive finance sector.
These programs reflect BGL's dedication not only to its current interns but also to creating pathways for future leaders in investment banking. For further information on available opportunities and to learn more about BGL’s career offerings, interested candidates can visit our
Careers page.
About Brown Gibbons Lang & Company
BGL is a premier independent investment bank and financial advisory firm concentrated on the global middle market. The organization effectively advises private and public corporations, along with private equity groups, on various critical financial matters including mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, financial restructurings, business valuations, and strategic counsel. With offices in major cities such as Boston, Chicago, Cleveland, Los Angeles, and New York, along with real estate offices in Chicago and Cleveland, BGL is well-equipped to serve clients across 30 countries through its REACH Cross-Border Mergers & Acquisitions initiative. For additional details, visit
BGL's official site.