M&A and Project Finance Intern

Galileo is a fast -growing renewable energy
developer, investor and operator, currently in the very dynamic
start -up phase. Our mission is to
make a meaningful contribution to the European renewable energy transition.

Since our foundation in 2020, we have secured a pipeline of over 16 GW of solar PV, onshore wind, offshore wind and storage projects across ten markets in Europe. As our portfolio and presence
across Europe grows, so does our impact. We care about making that impact
positive, and in achieving our business goals in a sustainable way.

What you’ll do:

• Support the M&A and Project Finance teams in the analysis and execution
  of sell -side, buy -side and partnership transactions, contributing to different
  phases of the process under the supervision of senior team members.
  
• Assist in the preparation, update and review of financial models for
  M&A, project valuation and project finance purposes, including sensitivity
  analyses and scenario assessments.
  
• Support the analysis of investment opportunities across different renewable
  energy technologies, contributing to the assessment of project economics, key
  value drivers and potential risks.
  
• Contribute to market research and benchmarking activities related to new
  geographical markets and emerging business models.
  
• Assist in the preparation of internal presentations, investment memos and
  supporting materials for decision -making processes.
  
• Support the team in collecting, organizing and analysing financial,
  technical and commercial information related to projects in development,
  construction and operation.
  
• Contribute to project finance and debt -related
  activities by supporting data collection, documentation review and analysis of
  financing structures under the guidance of senior colleagues.
  

Requirements

What you’ll need: 

• Excellent academic background with a
  degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration or Management Engineering
  (degrees in STEM are also suitable, if accompanied with background in economics
  or finance);
  
• Previous experience in consulting, investment
  banking, private equity, infrastructure funds, corporate M&A, project
  finance or the energy sector will be considered a plus;
  
• Basic understanding of corporate finance,
  valuation principles and financial modelling;
  
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  and PowerPoint;
  
• Good analytical and quantitative skills, with
  strong attention to detail;
  
• Excellent verbal and written
  communication skills in Italian and English. Another European language would be
  a plus;
  
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, work
  collaboratively with different teams and take ownership of assigned activities
  with a proactive attitude.
  

Benefits

What we offer:

• 6 months full -time curricular or extracurricular internship.
  
• Compensation: 1.000€ per month.
  
• Flexibility: after the first onboarding period, a hybrid remote -working policy designed for students or fresh graduates.
  
• Growth: learn directly from a team of talented, driven young professionals who are passionate about what they do.
  
• Front -row seat to the energy transition: you’ll be at the forefront of Galileo's developments, with the chance to influence decisions and outcomes.
  
• International environment: you’ll collaborate with colleagues across Europe and thrive in an informal culture that values collaboration, ownership, and innovation.
  

 Our commitment to diversity and inclusion: Galileo is a new and flexible employer, committed to providing equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for all. We encourage everyone who applies to emphasize what their passion, skills and mindset can bring to our company. In return we commit to evaluating your application fairly and objectively. This is the case no matter your race, gender identity, sexuality, age, family or civil status, disability, religion, or ethnicity.