Internship Structured Finance

Who we are

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) Group is the 2nd largest bank in Japan and one of the largest global banks. The Group has more than 130 offices and over 100 000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries (incl. in New-York, London, Frankfurt, Singapore, Dubai and Paris). SMBC today is built on its 400-year Japanese heritage, and our unique culture of excellence, respect, teamwork and inclusion sets us apart. In Europe, the EMEA Division SMBC Group has its regional headquarters in London and Frankfurt and operates with a network of over 3000 employees/70 nationalities and 24 locations, including a branch in Paris of 150 employees.

We recognise that diversity of background, opinions and perspectives is vital for the sustainable growth of our organisation and benefits our customers and stakeholders. Our aim is to build an inclusive work environment where each employee feels able to be their authentic self.

Why join our Export and Development Solutions team?

SMBC Group is recognised as one of the Top 10 global banks in Export and Agency Finance with strong product knowledge and dedicated professionals across EMEA, APAC and the Americas.

In EMEA, the Export and Development Solutions Team has developed extensive experience in advising and arranging Export Credit Agency (“ECA”), Development Finance Institutions (“DFI”) and Multilateral Agencies (“MLA”) supported solutions to bring optimised funding solutions for our customers.

The Front Office EDS team, which comprises 12 professionals across Paris, London and Milan, is looking for a new analyst intern for a 6-month period starting in July 2026.

As an intern in the Front Office EDS team, you will:

• Support the origination and execution of ongoing and new mandates where one of our partner ECAs or Development Agencies is involved in EMEA region.
• Provide support to the execution team by reviewing and analysing information including customer financial statements, financial models, due diligence and legal documentation.
• Assist in monitoring the existing portfolio of the team’s deals, including handling a certain number of ECA Agency mandates and supporting distribution activities.
• Support the marketing activities of the team by preparing customized marketing materials (in English or in French) and financing proposals in accordance with SMBC’s policies.
• Write internal credit applications in English
• Assist with internal reporting. 

Profile

• End-of-studies student or gap year (“année de césure”) / 2nd year student
• With interest in structured export and development finance specially in emerging markets.
• Prior internship experience, ideally in the banking industry, financial sector or public service is welcome.

Skills valued

• Fluent in English and French (written and spoken)
• Good knowledge of financial analysis
• Proficiency in Office tools (Excel and Word)
• Analytical skills with specific ability to communicate concepts and ideas concisely
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to take initiatives and work with autonomy
• Curious and self-motivated
• Team oriented
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to interact with other teams and colleagues
• Comfort in and commitment to a strong teamwork environment

What's next ?

Help us learn about you by submitting your resume.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview with members of the team and a case study exercise.

In case you are selected for this role, further documentation will be requested from you to support your hiring process.