Who We Are 🌎

Ardabelle Capital is a pioneering private equity firm dedicated to accelerating the transition to a sustainable economy.

At Ardabelle, we are seizing one of the most significant investment opportunities of the decade by addressing the "Scope 3" imperative—helping corporations align their entire value chain with sustainability goals.

Pioneering a horizontal value chain investment approach, Ardabelle is joining a small group of buyout private equity investors in climate, with a distinctive ecosystemic focus on accelerating the sustainable transition by helping the suppliers and service providers behind consumer corporates align on shared commitments.

Founded by Virginie Morgon, former CEO of Eurazeo (€35 billion AUM), alongside six seasoned partners from Paris, Geneva, and New York, Ardabelle brings together a unique blend of expertise across private equity, operations, and sustainability strategy. United by a shared vision, we are committed to building an inclusive, next-generation private equity firm that delivers both strong financial performance and lasting positive change.

The Position 💼

We are looking for a Private Equity Investment Intern to join one of the most exciting private equity projects in recent years.

This 6-month internship, starting in January / March 2027, will provide full immersion into the investment process. You will gain hands-on experience evaluating and executing investment opportunities, working closely with a supportive team and with senior executives of target companies. At Ardabelle, we strive to create an internship experience in which you will feel welcomed from Day One and supported in your growth throughout the internship.

Your Main Responsibilities 🔎

• Identifying and selecting investment opportunities
  • Studying business models and investment cases
  • Conducting industry research and engaging with executives and industry experts
  • Developing business plans and offering strategic recommendations
• Executing transactions
  • Participating in due diligence processes
  • Performing financial modeling and valuation work
  • Working with the team on assessing investment returns and structuring financing solutions
• Preparing investment materials
  • Drafting investment memorandums
  • Presenting findings to the investment committee
  • Supporting fundraising initiatives and investor reporting

Who We Are Looking For 🎯

• Education: Master's degree (Bac+5) from business or engineering school, seeking a gap year or end-of-studies internship.
• Experience: At least 6 months of prior experience, preferably in M&A, Private Equity, Transaction Services, or Strategy Consulting.
• Skills:
  • Financial valuation and modeling
  • Proficiency in Claude, Excel, PowerPoint, and the full Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • A collaborative approach and a genuine interest in our mission

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds.

Internship Details

• Duration: 6 months
• Start Date: January or March 2027