Internship - Distressed M&A, Special Situations - Interpath Advisory

Interpath is an international and fast-growing advisory business with deep expertise in a broad range of specialisms spanning deals, advisory and restructuring.
We deliver tangible results for global businesses, their investors, and stakeholders when complex problems arise, and critical decisions need to be made. Interpath is agile, independent, and conflict-free, and our passion for doing what's right, every time, sets us apart.
Our diverse teams provide specialist technical knowledge combined with deep sector experience across our service line specialisms. Since our foundation in 2021, Interpath has grown rapidly, and we now have a presence across the UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Spain, South Africa, Algeria, India, BVI, Cayman Islands, Bermuda, Barbados, Hong Kong and Singapore. By 2030 we aim to be one of the world's leading advisory firms with a truly global footprint.
Interpath is seeking an Intern to join its Distressed M&A buy-side team in Paris for a 6-month internship, advising companies in special situations on business sale processes, strategic partnerships and investor searches.
This role is suited to a Master's student in the final stage of their studies, who has already completed one or two internships and is looking to develop a career at the intersection of M&A, restructuring and transaction services, within a fast-paced and collaborative advisory environment. There is the opportunity to move into a full-time role at the end of the internship.
Key Responsibilities

• Support the execution of Distressed M&A buy-side mandates.
• Conduct financial analysis and company research.
• Prepare transaction materials, including marketing documents and financial analyses.
• Assist with investor identification and outreach.
• Support due diligence and transaction execution.
• Liaise with clients, investors, legal advisers and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to live transactions across a range of sectors.

• Currently completing a Master's degree in Corporate Finance, Finance or a related discipline, and available for a 6-month end-of-studies internship.
• One or two previous internships or apprenticeships in:
1. M&A
2. Restructuring
3. Transaction Services
• Strong interest in M&A, restructuring and special situations.
• Commercial mindset with an interest in investor-facing advisory work.

• Strong financial analysis and modelling skills.
• Fluent French & English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to quickly understand business models and commercial challenges.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Rigorous and detail-oriented.
• Curious and proactive.
• Strong team player.
• Adaptable and organised.
• Motivated to develop within a demanding, entrepreneurial environment.