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Frankfurt Investment Banking Internship - October 2025

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
    Banking & Finance
  • Frankfurt

AI generated summary

  • You should have strong academic credentials, understanding of finance, analytical skills, fluency in English and German, and proficiency in MS-Office. Teamwork, adaptability, and curiosity are key.
  • You will assist analysts and teams with live transactions, perform financial due diligence, draft presentations, and identify M&A opportunities across key sector teams.

Requirements

  • Exceptional academic credentials, with a degree qualification (completed or on-going) from a top-tier institution
  • Bachelor and master’s degree: all subjects considered
  • General understanding of accounting and finance principles
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure and strong attention to detail
  • High level of motivation and ability to work in a team
  • Adaptability to a constantly changing environment and ability to manage through change with a high degree of emotional maturity
  • Intellectual curiosity and a passion for investment banking
  • Strong proficiency with MS-Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel
  • Ability to collaborate across multiple functions, adapt to new tasks with little notice, and to work on multiple projects simultaneously
  • Fluency in English and German is essential
  • Fluency in any other European language is highly desired

Responsibilities

  • Work alongside current Analysts, Associates, and VPs over the course of three months
  • Have exposure to our main sector teams: Healthcare, Consumer Products & Services and Services & Industrials
  • Take on all functions of a full-time analyst
  • Assist deal teams in live transactions
  • Perform financial due diligence, research, analysis, and documentation of potential and live transactions
  • Receive direct client exposure in a culture of collaboration and accountability
  • Draft pitch materials, information memorandums, management presentations, and other relevant communications
  • Identify potential M&A and financing situations

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship will last for three months, from the beginning of October 2025 to December 2025.

Who can apply for the internship?

Talented students and recent graduates with exceptional academic credentials and a passion for investment banking are encouraged to apply.

What are the qualifications required for this internship?

Candidates should have a degree qualification (completed or ongoing) from a top-tier institution, general understanding of accounting and finance principles, strong analytical and communication skills, and fluency in English and German.

Will I work with full-time employees during the internship?

Yes, interns will have the opportunity to work alongside current Analysts, Associates, and VPs throughout the internship.

What areas will I gain exposure to during the internship?

Interns will gain exposure to the main sector teams, which include Healthcare, Consumer Products & Services, and Services & Industrials.

What responsibilities will I have as an intern?

Interns will assist deal teams in live transactions, perform financial due diligence and analysis, draft pitch materials, and identify potential M&A and financing situations.

Is there a possibility of a full-time position after the internship?

Yes, successful interns will be considered for full-time Analyst positions.

What skills are essential for this internship?

Essential skills include strong analytical and communication abilities, attention to detail, high motivation, adaptability to changing environments, and proficiency with MS-Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.

When should I apply for the internship?

You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Are there any language requirements for this internship?

Fluency in English and German is essential, and fluency in any other European language is highly desired.

Finance
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1935
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

William Blair is a global boutique in investment banking, investment management, and private wealth management. The company provides advisory services, strategies, and solutions to meet clients’ evolving needs. As an independent and employee-owned firm, together with our strategic partners, it operates in more than 20 offices, with about 1.500 employees worldwide.

Culture & Values

  • Integrity

    Honor our commitments while always upholding the highest ethical standards.

  • Client Focus

    Driven to provide exceptional service and outcomes.

  • Engagement

    Find joy in what we do, seek balanced lives and celebrate the successes of our clients, teams, and each other.

  • Inclusivity

    Actively embrace diversity of thought, opinion, and background.

  • Agility

    Anticipate new opportunities, embrace change, and adapt.

  • Entrepreneurship

    Promote organizational, team and individual initiative.

  • Excellence

    Set the highest bar for quality in all our pursuits.

  • Partnership

    Be leaders, investing together in the enduring success of our colleagues, clients, and communities.