Stage - M&A Intern F/H

Worldline; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 12,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Transport pass subsidy (75%)

Company restaurant access

Monthly gratuity paid

CSE ticketing

Job summary

Worldline is offering a 6-month internship in Paris La Défense within the M&A team. You will gain exposure to the full M&A lifecycle under experienced professionals and support the execution, analysis and strategic assessment activities.

The role emphasizes financial analysis, modeling, and collaboration across Legal M&A, PMI, and Strategy teams. Fluency in English and French is expected, with the internship starting in March 2027.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with a finance focus.
• Understanding of financial analysis, modeling and valuation.
• Familiarity with M&A concepts and deal processes.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Word; AI knowledge is a plus.
• Fluent in French and English; strong writing ability.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating potential acquisition targets and value creation.
• Support preparation of materials for investment committee and management.
• Participate in due diligence, processes, and deadline management.
• Contribute to financial analysis and target valuation.
• Identify emerging markets and trends for Worldline.
• Support competitive analyses and strategic recommendations.

Job description

Worldline helps businesses of all shapes and sizes to accelerate their growth journey - quickly, simply, and securely. We are the innovators at the heart of the payments technology industry, shaping how the world pays and gets paid. Our technology powers the growth of millions of businesses across 5 continents. And just as we help our customers accelerate their business, we are committed to helping our people accelerate their careers. Together, we shape the evolution.

The opportunity

This internship is a great opportunity to experience the buoyant payment sector, at the cross road of financial services and digital commerce, not to mention the technical aspect.

Under the responsibility of the Group General Secretary , Worldline’s M&A team is at the heart of the firm’s current strategy. The intern will gain comprehensive exposure to the entire M&A process, from origination to closing, working closely under the guidance of former investment bankers, transaction services consultants, and capital markets experienced professionals from highly-regarded institutions.

Join a very ambitious, hard-working and fun team for a very rewarding experience .

Day-to-day responsibilities

• Consider and assess the potential of existing portfolio assets from an M&A perspective, identifying opportunities to enhance value creation
• Contribute to the creation of high-quality project deliverables, including materials for the investment committee or top management, acquisition rationale documentation and decision‑making support tools
• Participate in the complete lifecycle of M&A execution, including monitoring due diligence, managing processes, and ensuring adherence to deadlines. This involves liaising with various external advisors and collaborating with internal divisions such as the Legal M&A, the PMI team and the Strategy team
• Assist in the financial analysis and valuation of prospective acquisition targets, ensuring accuracy and relevance in evaluations
• Engage in the identification of emerging key markets and trends for Worldline, while assessing potential future acquisitions
• Conduct competitive analyses to evaluate the relative strengths and weaknesses of key competitors, providing valuable insights for strategic decision‑making

Who are we looking for

We are looking for people who can drive positive change, move forward and lead the way forward - people who are passionate, have a positive attitude and a thirst for learning and progress. In practice, this means:

• Financial analysis, modeling, business valuation and understanding of M&A process management
• Collaboration, positive spirit, proactive mindset, and great communication skills
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure, showcase resilience and adaptability in challenging situations
• Excellent organization and ability to juggle with multiple workflows simultaneously
• Eagerness and aptitude for quickly understanding the complexities of the payments sector
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Powerpoint, Word) and AI
• Fluent French and English speaking, analysis, and writing skill
• Other languages will be an advantage (German, Spanish, or other)
• Specialization in Corporate Finance / M&A will be an advantage
• Prior experience in investment banking / M&A, transaction services, audit, private equity, or any relevant finance background will be considered an advantage
• 6-month internship from March 2027, based in Paris, La Défense

As a future Worldliner, you will have the chance to be at the heart of the global payments technology industry and shape the way the world makes payments.

In addition to this, you will also:

• Be part of a company driven by a strong desire to do good and recognized as one of the top 1% of most sustainable companies in all sectors globally.
• Work with inspiring colleagues and have the opportunity to learn, develop and accelerate your career (access to the e‑Learning training platform...).
• 75% coverage of the public transport pass
• Access the CSE ticketing
• Access to our company restaurant
• Benefit from a monthly gratuity paid
• Duration of the internship: up to 6 months

Shape the evolution

We are on an exciting journey towards the next frontiers of payments technology, and we look for big thinkers, people with passion, can‑do attitude and a hunger to learn and grow. Here you’ll work with ambitious colleagues from around the world, take on unique challenges as a team, and make a real impact on the society. With an empowering culture, strong technology and extensive training opportunities, we help you accelerate your career - wherever you decide to go. Join our global team of 18,000 innovators and shape a tomorrow that is yours to own.

Learn more about life at Worldline at jobs.worldline.com

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or any applicable legally protected characteristics.