Frankfurt Investment Banking Internship - April 2027
William Blair
| Company | William Blair |
| Category | Finance |
| Location | Frankfurt |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Intern |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 9 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
Solutions for Today’s Challenges. Vision for Tomorrow’s Opportunities.
Join William Blair, the Premier Global Partnership.
About the Team
Our M&A advisory practice offers comprehensive financial advisory services and expert guidance. We serve buyers and sellers by providing in-depth financial and strategic analysis, identifying transaction partners, developing creative deal structures, and negotiating complex transaction terms. Our leadership position in the middle market and strong transaction activity enable us to clear the market globally in search of the best transaction partners. Our bankers are true experts in their sectors and deeply understand the competitive landscape and deal environment facing our clients.
Take the opportunity to build on the fundamentals of your academic background, gain practical knowledge to help prepare you for your next steps and be part of an organization that fosters innovation and invests in our most important asset, our people.
Job Summary & Responsibilities
We are offering talented students and recent graduates an exciting opportunity to work in the demanding field of Investment Banking (Mergers & Acquisitions) for a three-month internship from April - June 2027. This is a fantastic opportunity to become an integral part of our team and gain live experience working for a global investment bank. Our program provides all interns with the unique opportunity to:
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
Qualifications
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
Additional Information
This internship will last for three months from the beginning of April 2027
Successful interns will be considered for full-time Analyst positions
Please visit our Careers page to learn more about William Blair
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis
Application Process
Application window is open until 30th July 2026
Those eligible will be asked to complete an online assessment run by our assessment partner, SHL
Interviews & Assessment centers, either in person or virtual, will be completed by end of August 2026
The 3 month Internship run between April and June 2027
About Our Firm
William Blair strives to attract qualified candidates who specialize in investment banking, investment management, private wealth management,