Strategy Consultant Internship - Sustainability Advisory - Paris F/H

INDEFI; Paris; On-site; EUR 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prime location in Paris

Job summary

Indefi is seeking a driven intern to join its Sustainability Advisory team in Paris. Under guidance of a Senior Consultant, you will contribute to high-impact projects spanning sustainable finance topics for asset owners and managers.

You will design strategies, support impact fund launches, evaluate ESG criteria, and help prepare strategic recommendations for executives, aiding growth and client impact.

Qualifications

• Curious and motivated team player with a strong academic background.
• Interest in sustainability and finance; ability to communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Design sustainable finance strategies across topics like climate and biodiversity.
• Support the launch of impact funds and evaluate ESG criteria.
• Prepare strategic recommendations for C-level decision-makers.
• Contribute to growth of the Sustainability Advisory practice.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Presentation design

Problem solving

Entrepreneurial spirit

Education

Top business or engineering school

Job description

DescriptionWho we are:

Indefi is a fast-growing strategy consulting firm that serves financial investors (private equity specialists, generalist asset managers, wealth managers, etc.). Established in 2007, we are a team of 80+ consultants with offices in Paris, Lyon, Madrid and London.

We operate through three business units:

Sustainability Advisory: We help our clients define and deliver their Responsible Investment strategy and operating model. We work across the value chain to support investors and portfolio companies in defining and embedding their chosen approach to ESG and sustainability impact.Private Equity: We help private equity firms make better investment decisions at every stage of the deal life cycle and build greater returns. We also advise on investment firm strategy and development, creating value through improved performance.Corporate Strategy: We conduct strategic development projects for global asset managers, including business strategy, market entry, distribution strategy, new product development, non-organic growth, and investment process enhancement.

We are looking for interns to join our dynamic Sustainability Advisory team, where we combine strategic insight with deep sustainability expertise to shape the future of finance.

Your Mission

Working under the guidance of a Senior Consultant, you will contribute to high-impact projects that span a wide range of complex sustainable finance topics for asset owners, asset managers, and portfolio companies. Your responsibilities may include: Designing sustainable finance strategies, including climate and biodiversity integrationSupporting the launch of impact fundsEvaluating companies on ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) and impact criteriaConducting strategic and sustainability due diligence on SMEsPreparing strategic recommendations for C-level decision-makersContributing to the growth and development of our Sustainability Advisory practice

Your Profile

We are looking for a curious and motivated team player with a strong academic background and a genuine interest in sustainability: About to graduate from a top business or engineering school, looking for your end-of-studies internshipAvailable for 6 months starting in March or July 2026 Prior experience in strategy consulting, asset management / private equity and/or their sustainability/ESG teamsPassion for sustainable finance and social and environmental issuesFluent in both French and English (daily working languages); additional European languages such as German, Spanish or Italian are a plusStrong analytical and presentation design skills, business acumen, and a problem-solving mindsetProactive, eager to take on responsibility quickly, with an entrepreneurial spirit and the drive to make a difference

Recruitment Process

Three rounds of interviews with our senior team, including case studies to assess your analytical and strategic thinking

Why Join Us

Purpose-driven work with a talented, multicultural team that shares strong values: collaboration, curiosity, impact, and entrepreneurshipCareer development through a structured onboarding program, individual mentoring and coaching, and tailored career pathsDirect exposure to clients and easy access to leadershipSocial: regular team events, offsites, summer and winter parties, and morePrime location: modern offices in the heart of Paris (8th arrondissement)Attractive package: competitive internship compensation