AQ Technology Partners · 3 months ago
MBA Associate: Investment Banking (Software M&A) | Summer 2026
Redwood City, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$32K/yr - $32K/yr
2+ years expAQ Technology Partners is a boutique investment bank focused exclusively on the software ecosystem. The MBA Associate role offers hands-on experience in software investment banking, where you will work with senior bankers on live M&A transactions and contribute to various aspects of transaction execution.
Finance
No H1B
Responsibilities
Support senior bankers in advising software clients and financial sponsors on strategic M&A, private equity, and growth equity transactions
Conduct market and company research to support transaction positioning, strategic buyer engagement, and business development initiatives
Prepare client-facing materials such as confidential information memoranda, management presentations, and financial modeling / analysis
Partner with senior team members to develop new business opportunities and manage client relationships
Train and mentor analyst staff, contributing to AQ’s collaborative and high-performance culture
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in a two-year MBA program with expected graduation between December 2026 and June 2027
2–3 years of prior professional experience in finance, accounting, consulting, or technology
Strong academic track record
Demonstrated excellence in quantitative and analytical deliverables
Strong leadership, organization, and project management skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment and work collaboratively in a small team
Passion for software, technology, and M&A
Company
AQ Technology Partners
AQ Technology Partners is an investment bank that specializes in recapitalization, goal optimization, acquisition, and consulting.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Christian Bennett
Managing Partner
Matt Sachse
Managing Partner
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