Investment Banking Intern
Lazard
Investment Banking Intern
Lazard
Advises on corporate deals and manages investments
Return to search results January/March 2026 - Investment Banking intern - Real Estate team - Paris Location Paris Business Unit Financial Advisory Program Type Off-cycle Internship Description Lazard is one of the world’s preeminent financial advisory and asset management firms. Our people and culture make the difference. While global in presence and reach, ours is a close, collaborative community of just over 3,000 professionals. Lazard is a place of continuous knowledge sharing, skill development and relationship building, where professionals grow and succeed together. Our entrepreneurial culture, flat structure and embrace of individual differences, allow creative ideas, original concepts, and unique perspectives to drive our business forward — and for careers to take flight. Through our financial advisory business, Lazard advises clients around the world on strategic and financial matters including mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, capital structure and capital raising. Our client relationships are built on trust and discretion. As the world’s largest advisory-focused firm, we have exceptional depth of expertise across industry sectors and geographies. We value the rich diversity that comes from blending local perspective with our global network.In Lazard’s Paris office, our Investment Banking Real Estate team, Lazard Immobilier, is involved in a variety of activities, including:Asset transactions: Acquisition/disposal of portfolios or single assets, and sale-and-leaseback operationsMergers & Acquisitions and Corporate Financing on behalf of major real estate playersAdvisory on real estate strategy and valuation of real estate assetsOur team is looking for an Intern from January or March 2026 for a 6-months period. The position is based in Paris.We’ll trust you to:During your internship, you will have the opportunity to prepare marketing presentations, interact with clients, take part in different phases of a project (commercial, strategic analysis, initiation/execution of the transaction), etc. You’ll need to have:Final-year student or in the second part of a gap year at a top Business School or Engineering School, or enrolled in a Master’s degree (Year 2) with a specialization in Corporate Finance/Financial EngineeringAt least one experience in the financial sector (investment banking, private equity, audit, corporate finance, etc.)Excellent technical skills with Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and PowerPoint)Fluency in EnglishExcellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyStrong work ethic, analytical and synthesis skills, rigor, curiosity, enthusiasm, and team spirit What we offer:We strive to enhance the total health and well-being of our employees through comprehensive, competitive benefits. Our goal is to offer a highly individualized employee experience that enables you to balance your commitments to career, family, and community. When you work for Lazard, you are working for an organization that cares about your unique talents and passions, and will continue to invest in the development of your career. Does this sound like you?Apply! We’ll get in touch on the next steps. Representation at LazardLazard is an intellectual capital business committed to delivering the best advice and solutions to clients. To achieve these objectives, we focus on attracting, developing and retaining the best talent. We believe that a workforce comprised of people who represent a wide array of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives creates a rich variety of thought that empowers us to challenge conventional wisdom, solve problems creatively and make better decisions.Lazard was built on the premise that a multicultural firm can best serve a global clientele. As a global firm that has grown organically from local roots in different countries, we have a deep tradition of respecting and appreciating individual differences. Doing so has been core to our success for over 175 years. We are committed to sustaining an environment where every colleague is supported in their professional pursuits, can maximize their individual potential and contribute to our collective success. #LI-SA1 This opportunity is closed to applications.
Lazard advises companies and governments on major financial decisions and manages investment portfolios for institutions, families, and wealthy individuals. Its financial advisory teams work on mergers, capital raising, and debt restructurings, combining industry knowledge with local teams that coordinate across markets. The asset management business researches investments and runs portfolios across stocks, bonds, and alternative assets, while specialized advisers analyze geopolitical risks for corporate leaders. Lazard earns fees for advisory assignments and investment management, with investment fees generally tied to client assets. The firm traces its roots to 1848 and is headquartered in New York City.
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