Analyst Corporate & Investment Banking - Internship

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Sella Investment Banking, the corporate‑finance arm of Gruppo Sella, advises on mergers and acquisitions, capital‑raising, bond issuances, debt structuring and leveraged finance. The division is seeking a six‑month intern for its Milan office to work on live transactions alongside associates and senior deal professionals. The intern will be involved in the day‑to‑day execution of corporate‑finance deals. Tasks include conducting industry and company research, performing financial statement reviews, valuation work and building financial models. The role also requires preparing pitchbooks, information memoranda and other transaction documentation, as well as helping assess risk‑return profiles and supporting internal approval processes and committee reviews. Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Business Administration or a related discipline from a top‑tier university. They need strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, and must be fluent in English; any international study or work experience is considered an advantage. A background in accounting, finance or tax, plus an understanding of banking regulations, capital structures and market valuations, is desirable. Prior exposure, academic or practical, to M&A, leveraged finance or transaction services is also welcomed. The internship offers a collaborative environment where learning is driven by hands‑on involvement in a variety of corporate‑finance transactions. It is a paid position (€800 per month) based at S32, Copernico Isola in Milan, beginning in January 2027. Sella Group emphasizes a sustainable, inclusive culture, holding a Gender Equality Certification and committing to transparent, non‑discriminatory hiring practices. What the role asks for: - Master's degree in Business Administration or related field - Strong knowledge of MS Excel - Strong knowledge of MS PowerPoint - Proficiency in English - International study or work experience (nice‑to‑have) - Background in accounting, finance or tax (nice‑to‑have) - Understanding of banking regulation and capital structures (nice‑to‑have) - Exposure to M&A, leveraged finance or transaction services (nice‑to‑have)