Stage Analyste - Private Equity Proparco - F/H
Proparco
Paris, France (Africa / emerging-markets coverage) · Pan-African
Role type
Private Equity / DFI
Experience
Intern / Graduate
Language
French; English
Summary
Private equity analyst internship at Proparco, relevant for candidates interested in Africa-focused private equity, market research, portfolio analysis and investment support work.
About the role
Proparco is the French private-sector development finance institution, a subsidiary of Agence Française de Développement (AFD). This internship is within Proparco's Private Equity department, which makes minority capital investments of EUR 10-50 million in growing companies with strong economic and social impact, particularly in Africa and other emerging markets. The role contributes to the study of investment opportunities alongside the investment team.
Key responsibilities
Financial, strategic, and competitive analysis of target companies and funds and their sectors
Investment modelling and valuation
Participate in monitoring of portfolio companies and funds
Write investment memorandums
Analyse recent private equity activity in Africa and other regions
Contribute to cross-functional divisional projects
Support prospecting missions and monitoring of local offices
Key requirements
Degree from a major business school, engineering school, IEP, or Master's 2 in corporate finance
Prior experience in corporate finance, M&A, strategy consulting, transaction services, or investment funds
Proficiency in financial analysis tools: Excel and PowerPoint
Fluency in French and English
Six-month internship starting approximately September 2026, based in Paris. Apply via the official AFD/Proparco careers portal.