Financial Analyst Intern
About the job
- The candidate must be pursuing or hold a Bac+3 or Bac+5 degree in finance.
- The candidate must have initial experience within a financial department.
- The candidate must have good knowledge of Microsoft Office and data-tracking tools.
- The candidate must understand principal financial risks, including credit, market, liquidity, interest-rate, and foreign-exchange risks, and their mechanisms.
- The candidate must be able to produce clear, structured reports for internal or external stakeholders.
- The candidate must be rigorous and organized, analytical, reliable, and able to maintain confidentiality.
- Participate in preparing financial projection files, including forecast models, performance analyses, and simulations.
- Collect, verify, and update financial data to ensure the consistency of analyses.
- Identify, analyze, and map financial risks, including credit, market, liquidity, and interest-rate risks.
- Evaluate risk exposure using quantitative indicators such as value at risk, stress tests, and adverse scenarios.
- Design internal and external reports for committees, partners, and investors.
- Participate in preparing analysis documents, summaries, and financial communication materials.
- Provide cross-functional support for all work necessary for the effective operation of the Finance department.
About the company
Galileo Global Education operates an international higher-education group that offers programs in applied arts, design, communication, and management through a network of 54 schools across 91 campuses in 13 countries. Students enroll at partner schools and campuses where practical, career-oriented curricula, hands-on training, internships, and industry connections help prepare them for the workforce; tuition and related services fund these programs. The company differentiates itself with a broad international footprint and a portfolio of branded, prestigious institutions that deliver consistent curricula and documented job placement outcomes across multiple countries. Its goal is to provide accessible, career-focused higher education across creative and management fields by leveraging its international network to offer recognized credentials and strong post-graduation employment prospects.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Paris, France
Founded
2007
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Fiscal 2025 revenue rose 12% to €1.42 billion, with EBITDA reaching €350 million.
- S&P expects fiscal 2026 EBITDA near €400 million, driven by international schools and efficiencies.
- June 2026 campus openings in Paris and Dakar strengthen student experience and recruiting momentum.
What critics are saying
- S&P flagged French enrollment weakness, apprenticeship reform pressure, and EM Lyon admission tightening in 2025.
- 2025 investigation alleged student overcharging, staff burnout, and profit pressure across Galileo schools.
- Dependence on tuition and France exposes Galileo to existential enrollment shocks if reputation erodes.
What makes Galileo Global Education unique
- Galileo owns 54 schools across 91 campuses, spanning 13 countries and multiple disciplines.
- Paris campus expansion and Bercy headquarters consolidation signal operational scale and brand reinforcement.
- AKAD acquisition and international schools diversify revenue beyond France’s weaker higher-education market.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Meal Benefits
- Commuter Benefits