Internship – Private Equity Investment Analysis
vor 4 Wochen
Position Overview
- Department: Buyout
- Type: Internship
- Duration: Minimum three months
- Location: Frankfurt, Germany
ABOUT ARDIAN
Ardian stands as a premier private investment firm, overseeing or advising on $140 billion in assets for over 1,400 clients worldwide. Our extensive expertise encompasses Private Equity, Real Assets, and Credit, allowing us to provide a diverse array of investment options and adapt to our clients' unique requirements. Through Ardian Customized Solutions, we develop tailored portfolios that enable institutional clients to define their desired asset mix and access funds managed by top-tier third-party sponsors. Our Private Wealth Solutions deliver specialized services and access for private banks, family offices, and private institutional investors globally. Ardian is predominantly employee-owned, emphasizing the development of our workforce and nurturing a collaborative environment rooted in collective intelligence. With over 1,000 employees across 16 offices in Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East, we are deeply committed to the principles of Responsible Investment, striving to make finance a positive force in society. Our mission is to achieve outstanding investment performance while upholding high ethical standards and social responsibility.
At Ardian, we dedicate ourselves to building enduring companies.
Role Responsibilities
The Buyout team at ARDIAN is offering an internship opportunity in the Frankfurt office to support the daily operations of private equity investment professionals. This role will involve significant responsibilities from the outset, integrating the intern into the team with substantial interaction with investment professionals, support functions, and external industry experts. High-performing interns have previously transitioned into permanent roles within the German ARDIAN team.
Key responsibilities include:
- Gathering and analyzing data on target firms, their competitors, and industry sectors, as well as preparing materials for and participating in discussions with industry experts and management.
- Engaging in the evaluation of investment prospects (including business analysis, financial modeling, company valuation, and interviews with industry participants).
- Contributing to the investment process (which includes drafting investment memoranda and reviewing due diligence across various domains: commercial, financial, legal, etc.).
- Assisting in the monitoring and preparation of potential exits for current ARDIAN portfolio companies.
This list is not exhaustive and may vary based on the intern's capabilities and the team's needs.
Required Qualifications
- A diverse set of quantitative, qualitative, and interpersonal skills (strong team player).
- Intellectual rigor and discipline; ability to organize and execute work efficiently.
- Exceptional analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Strong understanding of financial statement analysis, financial modeling, and valuation.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Candidate Profile
- Currently enrolled as a bachelor’s or master’s student at a prestigious business school or university.
- Outstanding academic performance.
- Fluency in German and English.
- Prior internship experience in one of the following areas is advantageous:
- Private Equity
- Investment Banking (M&A, LevFin)
- Transaction Services
- Strategy Consulting
About the Team
The ARDIAN Buyout team operates across multiple locations, including Paris, Frankfurt, Milan, Madrid, Luxembourg, London, and New York, focusing on investments in upper-mid and large-cap companies. With $16 billion in assets managed or advised, their core investment strategy involves implementing transformational buy-and-build approaches to assist local European and North American champions in becoming global leaders. By placing sustainability at the core of their operations, the multinational investment team, consisting of 52 investment professionals, has forged strong partnerships with leading players across various industries, particularly in the food value chain, healthcare, technology, and services sectors.
Compensation
Compensation will be determined based on the candidate's profile.
Application Process
Applicants are required to submit their CV, cover letter, and university transcripts.
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