Private equity internship

Impact Expansion is looking for an enthusiastic and entrepreneurial intern for a period of 6 months.
Impact Expansion is an €150m independent Impact Private Equity Fund with offices in Brussels and Paris, and whose purpose is to invest in (i) skilling & education, (ii) climate & nature and (iii) healthcare & wellbeing. Impact Expansion takes minority and majority ownership positions through €5 to €30 million equity investments in companies located in Western Europe. The team’s leading expertise in impact combined with strong private equity discipline aims at generating superior impact and tier-one financial returns.
The candidate will be based in Brussels, and work directly with Impact Expansion’s investment team and Partners and will have exposure to all aspects of a Private Equity fund, including:

  • Map specific industries: industry dynamics and drivers, identify players of interest
  • Screen and evaluate investment opportunities (market, position and strategy of the company, financial analysis, impact assessment and valuation)
  • Prepare internal presentations and documents for investment decisions
  • Assist during the transactional processes
  • Support portfolio companies in realizing their objectives

Candidate qualifications

  • Strong motivation to contribute to impact-driven sectors
  • Internship experience in corporate finance or strategic consulting
  • Fluent in English; French and/or Dutch. German can be a plus.
  • Proficient in Excel modelling and PowerPoint
  • Detail-oriented, analytical, and a strong problem solver
  • Team player with excellent communication and ethical standards

What’s in it for you:

  • Unique learning and personal development opportunity in an inspiring and dynamic work place
  • The chance to kick-start your your career in a stimulating business environment, working alongside seasoned investment professionals with deep experience in authentic impact investing and private equity in Europe
  • Exposure to cross-border projects, gaining international experience and insights into different markets.
  • The opportunity to work in a small, entrepreneurial team where your contributions make a real impact.
  • Personalized guidance and mentorship within a flat team structure, ensuring hands-on learning and professional growth.

Interested?

Please send us your CV and a cover letter to karen@impact-expansion.com