M&A Analyst - Intern (France)

About Everfield Everfield is a long-term investor and growth partner for European vertical market and specialist software companies. We acquire successful, mission-critical software businesses and support them in accelerating sustainable growth while preserving their entrepreneurial identity. Our growing ecosystem brings together ambitious teams and software companies operating across a wide range of industries throughout Europe. About the Role As an M&A Analyst Intern, you will support Everfield’s M&A team throughout the investment lifecycle, from market mapping and opportunity assessment to valuation, due diligence and transaction execution. You will gain hands-on exposure to live transactions while developing a strong understanding of vertical software business models and the European technology landscape. What You Will Do Research and map vertical software markets across France Identify and assess potential acquisition opportunities Analyse companies’ business models, markets, competitive positioning and financial performance Build valuation analyses and review software-specific metrics, including recurring revenue, retention, growth and profitability Prepare company profiles, investment materials and internal recommendations Support financial, commercial and operational due diligence Assist the team throughout transaction execution and closing Engage with founders and business owners as part of the origination process Maintain accurate company and transaction data in the CRM Contribute to AI and automation initiatives across sourcing, screening and internal M&A processes What We Are Looking For Currently completing a Master’s degree in finance, business or engineering Previous experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, transaction services or a similar environment Understanding of financial statements, valuation methods and M&A processes Strong financial modelling, analytical and synthesis skills Interest in software, technology and recurring-revenue business models Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint Professional fluency in French and English German or Spanish would be an advantage Your Profile Curious about software, technology and entrepreneurship Tenacious, energetic and comfortable engaging with founders and senior executives Proactive and eager to take ownership of your work Structured and attentive to detail, with the discipline to follow established processes Comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative team Able to adapt quickly and continuously improve the way work is delivered Entrepreneurial, hands-on and internationally minded Why Join Everfield? Gain meaningful, end-to-end exposure to European software M&A Work directly on live sourcing, valuation and due diligence activities Develop a strong understanding of vertical software business models Take ownership of projects from the beginning of your internship Join an entrepreneurial and international team in a rapidly growing European software ecosystem