Student M&A Germany (m/f/x)

Location

The position is located in our Düsseldorf office.

Mission

The earth needs to get back to zero. At Zelestra, we make your decarbonization a reality!

By working hard and working smart. We do all we can to meet our clients’ goals and get results that matter.

Zelestra is a purpose driven global multi-technology company, we provide value across the entire chain to enhance competitiveness and mitigate execution risk in large-scale renewable energy projects with a robust project portfolio and vertical integration to deliver renewable solutions efficiently.

Our beliefs are the cornerstone of our culture and guide our actions every day: We work tirelessly to do things right, we take ownership of everything we do, we push ourselves and our clients further, we get results that matter, we work together to achieve great things.

Responsibilities

Do you want to do more than just observe the energy transition in Germany - do you want to play an active role in shaping it?

At Zelestra, you´ll work in projects that drive the expansion if solar, wind and storage - and see first-hand how your analyses influence real-world investment decisions.

Under the guidance of our Director M&A and Investments, you´ll support our team in analyzing potential M&A opportunities, conducting due diligence, and assisting in executing our M&A strategy.

We are looking for a personality who is curious, keen on the electricity market, and not afraid to try new things and learn.

• Your responsibilities
• Support the M&A team accross the deal cycle (NBO to closing) for acquisitions of Wind, PV+BESS and BESS assets in Germany.
• Support due diligence processes, including data room organization, tracking of workstreams, and consolidation of advisor inputs (financial, technical, legal, tax).
• Assist in maintaining deal-tracking tools and internal databases.
• Provide ad-hoc analytical support to the M&A teams as needed. Assist in maintaining, and sensitizing financial and valuation models (DCF, project finance, cash flow analysis).
• Prepare and structure data for investment analyses, business cases, and portfolio valuations.
• Help create clear, senior-management-ready presentations and investment memos in Power Point.
• Conduct market, regulatory, and competitor research on the German renewables landscape (e. g.

EEG, capacity market, BESS revenue streams) and translate findings into concise insights.

• Job Requirements
• Ongoing Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field, with strong academic performance.
• Advanced MS Excel and Power Point skills are required, including the ability to build and work with financial models and create clear presentations.
• Solid understanding of financial modelling and valuation principles (e. g. DCF, project finance, cash flow analysis).
• Strong analytical skills and a structured way of thinking, with the ability to translate data into clear insights.
• Strong interest in investments, M&A, and renewable energy markets (PV, Wind, BESS).
• Previous internships in finance, M&A, project finance, consulting, or a related field are a plus.
• High level of motivation, reliability, and attention to detail, with a proactive and hands-on mindset.
• Ability to work independently while being a strong team player in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in English; German is a plus.

What we offer

• Gain experience at a leading international company, making a tangible contribution to the energy transition.
• Work on real projects rather than traditional internship tasks.
• In-depth insights into a company with an ambitious growth agenda in the German market.
• Flexible working hours (20 h per week), starting as soon as possible.
• Attractive remuneration (based on experience, 15-17 € per hour).
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