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Key skills LBO modeling, Valuation, Due diligence management
Qualifications Top-tier business school/engineering school/Sciences-Po/Dauphine, Prior PE/M&A/consulting internship experience
Typical backgrounds Private Equity internships, Investment Banking M&A
Experience Internship level with relevant prior experience

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Role overview
Role brief

6-month Private Equity internship at Bridgepoint's Development Capital team in Paris, starting September 2026. Full exposure to deal origination, execution, portfolio monitoring, and exits within a €100bn+ global PE firm.

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Top-tier French business/engineering school graduates with prior PE, M&A, or strategy consulting internships. Strong academic credentials from Sciences-Po, Dauphine, or equivalent required.

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Competition

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Elite French business school competition

Competing against top French business school students with Goldman Sachs, Lazard, or McKinsey internships.

Investment banking internship advantage

International students from LBS, INSEAD also apply.

Very limited internship positions

Limited spots make this highly selective.

Elite French business school competition Investment banking internship advantage Very limited internship positions

Risk

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Very limited positions available

Extremely competitive with limited spots.

Long application timeline

September 2026 start means long application timeline.

French education preference

Technical skills testing likely.

Very limited positions available Long application timeline French education preference

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Reference Development Capital focus

Cover letter should reference specific Development Capital deals and growth company interest.

Lead with French credentials

CV should lead with French academic credentials and quantified internship achievements.

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Role Brief

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Overview

This global finance firm is offering a 6-month Private Equity internship starting September 2026 within their Development Capital team. With nearly $100 billion raised over 30+ years, the firm is a pioneer in Private Equity with a multicultural team of over 230 investment professionals across 7 European countries, China, and the United States.

The Development Capital team, comprising over 40 investors across London, Stockholm, Frankfurt, and Paris, focuses on investments in profitable, high-growth companies. The firm partners with entrepreneurs and business leaders to drive long-term growth and establish market leadership positions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Origination and sourcing: screening and profiling potential targets, identifying and meeting entrepreneurs, sector experts and business leaders, analyzing sector studies
  • Investment execution: conducting valuations, LBO modeling, managing and monitoring due diligence processes, analyzing business plans, preparing investment memos for investment committee, structuring acquisition debt
  • Portfolio company monitoring: reporting, valuation, preparing and attending board meetings, conducting business analysis and market studies, identifying and executing add-on acquisitions and build-ups
  • Exit and divestment: identifying potential acquirers, preparing and reviewing transaction materials including information memorandums and vendor due diligence

Skills & Experience

  • Strong academic background from top-tier business school, engineering school, Sciences-Po, or Dauphine
  • Relevant internship experience in private equity, investment, M&A, or strategy consulting
  • Understanding of Private Equity and genuine interest in the investment sector
  • Excellent English proficiency for international environment and English-language work
  • Eagerness to learn, curiosity, rigor, positive attitude, open-mindedness, dynamism, and team spirit

Why This Role Stands Out

You will be fully integrated into the Paris deal team as a Junior Analyst, gaining comprehensive exposure to all aspects of Private Equity operations. This role offers significant exposure to one of finance\'s most complete and attractive careers within an expanding team environment.

Application Process

The position is based in Paris at 21, avenue Kléber (75116). The firm offers competitive compensation including an end-of-internship bonus and meal vouchers. To apply, send your cover letter and CV to the designated recruitment email.