Private Equity / M&A Intern (d/f/m)

Your role Are you looking for an internship with exciting challenges, in which your entrepreneurial mindset, analytical skills and commitment will be challenged and developed? You want to expand your practical experience and gain insights into the work of an investment holding – whether in M&A transactions or the continuous development of existing portfolio companies? Then we should meet! Your Tasks The portfolio management team is responsible for and manages all direct investment activities and the portfolio companies throughout their lifecycle from acquisition to exit. You will expand your practical experience in following tasks: Support of the team in M&A processes, from sourcing to closingContinuous screening of investment opportunities based on discussions with advisors, bankers and companiesMarket and competitive analysis in selected focus areasIn-depth analysis (financial, strategic) of potential targets and company valuation (business plans, LBO, DCF, Multiples)Assessment of operational and financial performance and identification of future value creation levers (strategic, operational, financial) for existing portfolio companies and potential targetsSupport in portfolio management and preparation of internal committees, including preparation of presentations and analyses Your Profile Strong interest and acumen for understanding business models, competitive dynamics, and market structuresAdvanced studies in the fields of economics (e.g. business administration, economics, industrial engineering)Relevant experience, e.g. through an internship in the areas of M&A/Investment Banking, Private Equity/Venture Capital, Strategy Consulting, or Transaction AdvisoryGood analytical and conceptual skills; ideally initial knowledge and experience in dealing with common valuation methods (DCF, LBO, multiples)Sound MS-Office skills, esp. Excel and PowerPointVery good knowledge of the English; basic knowledge of German Our Offer Modern and dynamic environment in a growing, successful, committed teamChallenging and varied activities with a high level of personal responsibilityHands-on mentality and flat hierarchiesRegular participation in team meetings, expert sessions and discussions with intermediaries (banks, consultants)Remuneration in line with market standards Good career prospects after completion Contact Sounds interesting? Then we look forward to receiving your meaningful online application, stating the desired internship period. If you have further questions, you are welcome to contact our People Team ([email protected]).