Banking, Investment Banking, Placement Analyst Internship, Frankfurt, Germany 2026

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Job Overview

You are ready to bring your knowledge from the classroom to the boardroom; and Citi wants to help you get there. Whether it’s honing your skills or building your network; we know that success cannot come without growth. Our programs equip you with the knowledge and training you need to play a valuable role on your team; and establish a long-term career here.

Citi is looking for Placement Analyst to join the Investment Banking team in Frankfurt in 2026. The Investment Banking Team provides strategic advise to corporate and financial sponsor clients in Germany on private and public M&A and capital markets transactions including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, financial restructurings, underwriting; and distributing equity; debt; and derivative securities.

We're looking for Placement Analyst to join the Investment Banking team in Frankfurt in 2026 with any possible start date. During your 3-month internship you will be fully integrated into the day-to-day business of our project teams, advising clients on transactions and drafting impactful pitch materials. You will be supporting the Investment Banking team by conducting research and analysing industry trends, preparing client presentations, building financial models, and conducting company valuations. Top performing Placement Analysts may be hired to join the Investment Banking Full Time Analyst programme in the following year.

Your time here will look something like this...

• Collect and analyse company information to assist transactions; including conducting industry research; revising; and organizing financial data

• Analyse financial data and develop financial models including company valuations; discounted cash flow analysis; financing; and comparative analyses

• Create and finalize new business development presentations

• Coordinate tasks with internal and external working teams

• Prepare required internal documentation e.g. control and compliance regulations

We want to hear from you if...

• You are fluent in English

• You are currently pursuing a degree within Business Administration, Economics, Finance or similar

• You have excellent university grades​ and first working experience through an internship or working student position within Banking, Consulting, Audit or Transaction Advisory

• You enjoy working in a team

• You are available to start in 2026 for a 3-month internship

• Please upload your latest CV, a-levels and university transcripts along with your availability

Who we think will be a great fit...

We’re looking for motivated individuals, who are eager to grow their careers in Investment Banking. Successful candidates take pride in all aspects of their work and recognize that it is a reflection not just of the firm, but of themselves. We value diversity and so do you.

We’ll also be looking for the following:

• Commitment to personal growth and career development, a strong desire to learn and success in team environments

• Intellectual curiosity and proactive approach to searching for new and creative ideas

• Strong communication, planning and organizational skills

• Desire to develop a deep understanding of the financial industry

• Unquestioned commitment to integrity ethical decision-making

We will recruit on rolling basis and therefore encourage you to apply promptly.

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Job Family Group:

Institutional Banking

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Job Family:

Investment Banking

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Time Type:

Full time

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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