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Zions Bancorporation Capital Markets Analyst Program
Zions Bancorporation’s Capital Markets Analyst Program positions are not eligible for employment visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B visa). This includes, for example, situations where a candidate may have temporary work authorization while enrolled in school or upon graduation (e.g., CPT, OPT) but would need H-1B visa sponsorship within a few years of employment in order to maintain employment eligibility.
About Zions Bancorporation
Zions Bancorporation (NASDAQ: ZION) is one of the nation’s premier financial services companies operating as a collection of great banks under local brands and management teams in high-growth western markets. Zions is regularly recognized by American Banker as one of the “Best Banks to Work For” and as having a top banking team in its list of “The Most Powerful Women in Banking.” Our customers consistently vote us as the best bank in our local markets.
We value our employees, and we are committed to search out, recognize, and create fulfilling opportunities for outstanding people within our organization, rewarding them for their contributions to our success. We recognize that banking is a “local” business, and that to be successful, we must have very strong ties to the communities we serve and strong relationships with our customers.
Zions Capital Markets
Zions Capital Markets (“ZCM”) operates as a division of Zions Bancorporation and comprises five product areas that operate as a unified, national platform with deep regional expertise. Our teams collaborate to deliver targeted, client-driven solutions to help companies raise capital and execute strategic transactions efficiently and effectively.
- Investment Banking: Provides advisory and execution services, specializing in mergers and acquisitions (sell-side/buy-side transactions), capital raising, and strategic advisory. Customized engagements assist clients in achieving strategic milestones throughout their business lifecycle, including growth and transition strategies, with meticulous attention to detail and process.
- Debt Capital Markets: Provides debt solutions to clients through Loan Syndications and Securities Underwriting. Loan Syndications structures and arranges multi-bank credit facilities ranging in sizes from $50MM to $1B+. Securities Underwriting provides execution capabilities for capital raising activities including underwriting debt and equity for public and private securities issuances.
- Power & Project Finance: Originates and executes custom financing solutions for owners of power generation assets and power-related infrastructure projects across the U.S. via a specialized team of experienced industry experts.
- Real Estate Capital Markets: Provides nationwide direct lending solutions across the commercial real estate lifecycle through two primary lending platforms: CMBS Lending and Agency Lending (Fannie Mae DUS and Freddie Mac Optigo). The team directly originates and underwrites fixed-rate commercial and multifamily mortgage loans, delivering non-recourse financing solutions for income producing commercial real estate. Through its CMBS platform, RECM originates loans for securitization, while its Agency platform provides multifamily financing through Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac programs.
- Sales & Trading: Provides a full array of foreign exchange, commodities and interest rate risk management solutions to assist clients with managing exposure to changes in price volatility in the market.
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Investment banking and securities underwriting activities are offered through Zions Direct, Inc., member FINRA / SIPC. For more information, please see our website at www.zionscapitalmarkets.com.
Full-Time Capital Markets Analyst Program
The ZCM 2-year Analyst Program offers a unique experience to join a rapidly growing platform and team. The program offers the opportunity to maximize Analysts’ potential in these early professional years, providing foundational knowledge, skills, and experiences that will last a professional lifetime. Analysts will immediately take an active role within their team (while completing a formal training program), working alongside seasoned banking professionals to successfully meet the needs of our clients.
As a Debt Capital Markets Analyst, you will support senior members of the Syndicated & Leveraged Finance team in the origination, structuring, pricing, marketing, and execution of syndicated (multi-bank) credit facilities. Analysts play a critical role in transaction execution and gain broad exposure to credit markets and lender behavior.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Maintaining and updating market comparables for syndicated loan transactions.
- Performing financial and credit analysis, including cash flow modeling, credit metrics, covenant analysis and capital structure review.
- Preparing transaction and marketing materials such as pitch books, lender presentations and term sheets.
- Coordinating with internal and external partners, including relationship managers, legal and operations team, to support transaction execution, closing and post-closing administration.
- Supporting the distribution process, including lender outreach, tracking investor feedback and monitoring syndication progress.
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Throughout the program, Analysts gain exposure to market trends, loan documentation, lender engagement and transaction execution, while developing strong analytical, communication and project-management skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Location
Zions Capital Markets has offices throughout the U.S. including in Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, Houston, Charlotte, and Fort Lauderdale.
Analyst Openings
Zions Capital Markets has analyst openings in the following groups:
- Debt Capital Markets, Syndicated & Leveraged Finance – Los Angeles and Houston
- Debt Capital Markets, Securities Underwriting – Los Angeles
- Investment Banking – Houston
- Sales & Trading, Commodities – Charlotte
- Real Estate Capital Markets – Fort Lauderdale or Charlotte
- Power & Project Finance – Los Angeles
Qualifications
Zions Capital Markets Is Looking For Candidates Who Have
- Completed BA/BS degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, and/or related majors, with a scheduled graduation prior to the annual June 7th start date
- Overall GPA of 3.5 or above
- Strong interest in finance and capital markets
- High degree of academic and extracurricular achievement
- Proven analytical ability, critical thinking, and attention to detail
- Solid leadership and interpersonal skills
- Superior written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Comfortable working with peers at all levels, ranging from fellow analysts through Managing Directors
- Willingness to commit substantial time and energy to the program
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – START DAY ONE!
- Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
- Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts
- Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays, and any applicable state holidays
- 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience
- Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
This position is eligible to earn a base salary of $85,000/annually in Houston and $90,000/annually in Los Angeles.
Anticipated Application Close Date
Friday, September 18, 2026
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