Teaching Assistant – Summer 2026

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 firms, investment managers, Fortune 500 companies, and leading undergraduate and MBA programs. Through instructor-led training and our industry-leading online platform, we deliver hands-on learning experiences designed by finance practitioners for finance practitioners.

Position Overview

Wall Street Prep is seeking highly motivated finance professionals to join our team as Teaching Assistants (TAs) for our Summer 2026 training programs.

This role is ideal for individuals with prior investment banking, private equity, equity research, capital markets, or related experience who enjoy teaching, mentoring, and working with high-performing students and early-career professionals.

Teaching Assistants play a critical role in delivering an exceptional classroom experience by supporting Wall Street Prep instructors during intensive training programs for investment banking and private equity clients. TAs help answer technical questions, assist with financial modeling exercises, provide feedback, and ensure participants stay engaged and on track throughout the program.

This is a highly client-facing position that offers the opportunity to strengthen your own technical finance knowledge, presentation skills, and professional network while working alongside some of the industry's leading instructors.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Wall Street Prep instructors during virtual and in-person training programs for investment banking, private equity, and corporate finance clients
• Assist participants 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 technical support and answer participant questions throughout training sessions
• Grade assignments and provide clear, constructive feedback
• Assist instructors with classroom logistics, technology setup, and overall session flow
• Help create an engaging and professional learning environment for participants
• Travel to client sites and support intensive week-long training programs

What We're Looking For

Experience & Background

• 1–3+ years of experience in:
  • Investment Banking
  • Private Equity
  • Equity Research
  • Debt Capital Markets (DCM)
  • Equity Capital Markets (ECM)
  • Investment Management
  • Corporate Development
  • Other relevant finance roles
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

Skills & Interests

• Strong foundation in accounting, valuation, financial modeling, and Excel
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for teaching, coaching, and mentoring others
• Professional, client-facing demeanor
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable speaking in front of groups and interacting with participants throughout the day

Availability & Travel Requirements

This role is best suited for candidates with strong summer availability.

Requirements include:

• Availability from June through August (and ideally into September)
• Ability to support training sessions Monday–Friday during normal business hours (typically 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
• Willingness to travel and be on-site for week-long client training programs
• Ability to travel to major financial hubs including:
  • New York City
  • Boston
  • Chicago
  • Other major U.S. cities as needed

Most in-person assignments consist of full-week seminars (Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM) supporting investment banking and private equity analyst and intern training programs.

Compensation

Pay

• $600 per day
• Travel expenses covered for approved client engagements

Professional Development

• Access to Wall Street Prep's Train-the-Trainer Program
• Opportunity to sharpen teaching, presentation, and facilitation skills
• Exposure to leading investment banking and private equity training programs
• Continued development of technical expertise across valuation, M&A, and financial modeling

Why Join Wall Street Prep?

• Work directly with leading instructors and top-tier financial institutions
• Expand your network across investment banking, private equity, and corporate finance
• Build your personal brand through teaching and mentorship
• Develop valuable public speaking and client-facing skills
• Join a collaborative, entrepreneurial team passionate about education and professional development

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wall Street Prep is an equal-opportunity employer 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 and contribute their unique perspectives.