Internship Vacancy – Corporate Finance (M&A, Capital Markets), FI Sector

Please note that a fluent command of the Dutch language is required for this position

General
ING’s dedicated Corporate Finance team focused on the Financial Institutions sector (“Financial Institutions Advisory Team”) is part of the Dutch investment banking division of ING Bank NV. With a history stretching back some 200 years, ING is a leading international bank which offers an extensive portfolio of products and services to clients throughout the world.

The Financial Institutions Advisory Team in Amsterdam hires interns on a rolling basis. Specifically, we are looking for candidates who are available for periods of at least 4 months (next cycle: May – August in 2025). The team is responsible for the origination and execution of High Value-Added transactions (M&A, ECM, DCM and other complex financing structures) within the Financial Institutions / Fintech sector.

In this job, you will play an active role in the origination, structuring and execution of transformational transactions for leading financial institutions and related companies. Examples of previous transactions include the acquisition of Klaverblad Leven for TPG, the acquisition of Delta Lloyd by NN Group, the IPOs of NIBC and CVC, the sale of DeGiro to flatex, the acquisition of Quintes by Aquiline Capital Partners, the acquisition of Buckaroo by Keensight Capital and the sale of Robeco’s online investment platform to van Lanschot Kempen.

The team consists of c. 20 professionals in Amsterdam, London and Singapore.

Job description

• Doing industry research, market-, peer group- and benchmarking analysis;
• Preparing, analyzing and explaining historical and projected financial information;
• Supporting the team with preparing presentations and pitch books;
• Participating in all aspects of M&A / Capital Markets transactions;
• Assisting and analysing due diligence information and review transaction documentation;
• Preparing financial models;
• Maintaining active contacts with others departments / disciplines, such as DCM, ECM, Financial Markets and FI Relationship Management.

Your profile and competencies

• Master student, looking for an internship for a period of 4-6 months
• Strong academic record with above-average grades;
• Fluent in both Dutch and English (verbal and writing);
• True team player, entrepreneurial mindset and outstanding interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal;
• Candidates must be detail-oriented, pro-active and self-motivated;
• Willingness to work in Amsterdam
• Ability to work under pressure, without losing your sense of humor;
• Excellent analytical skills, eye for detail and accuracy.

What we offer?

Join a highly motivated team of professionals on the most challenging and high-profile transactions with international exposure. Opportunity to work in the most dynamic industry environment, which is rapidly changing on the back of changing client needs, regulatory requirements and funding constraints. Unique proposition to further develop your skills and interact with clients. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a deal-driven environment and gather real work experience in combination with advanced training on the job (Bloomberg, Thomson Reuters, SNL, Office).

Rewards and benefits

This is a great opportunity to train with highly skilled people who are experts in their field. You’ll do a lot and learn a lot – not only about your specialist area and the bank, but also about yourself and whether this type of environment is right for you.

You’ll also benefit from:

• Internship allowance of 1096 EUR based on a 36 hours work week

• Your own work laptop

• Hybrid working to blend home working for focus and office working for collaboration and co-creation

• Personal growth and challenging work with endless possibilities

• An informal working environment with innovative colleagues

During the duration of your internship at ING, it is mandatory to be enrolled at a Dutch university (or EU-university for EUpassport holders).

How to apply
Please upload your CV and motivation letter. If you have any questions, please contact Niek Houterman or Jan de Veij Mestdagh via: niek.houterman@ing.com or jan.de.veij.mestdagh@ing.com

About our internships

Every year, more than 350 students join our internship program. While there are no guarantees about your future, many of our former interns move into a permanent role or onto our International Talent Programme (traineeship).

Whatever happens, an internship at ING is the ideal opportunity to meet a wide variety of people, to build up your own network, and to learn about many different aspects of banking – put simply, it’s a great start to your career.