Corporate Development Intern (all genders)

Corporate Development Intern (all genders) Department: Central Functions Employment Type: Internship Location: Berlin Reporting To: Bulat Mardanov Description About Lingoda Founded 12 years ago, Lingoda addresses a pressing global challenge: meeting the demands of growing economies and aging populations through the mobility of global talent. Driven by its mission "to empower global talent with the language, cultural, and technical skills for integration and success", Lingoda has established itself as a leader in education. What We Do Lingoda’s highly effective Small Group Learning Model is delivered via over 800,000 classes a year, powered by 2,400 qualified teachers and a unique proprietary curriculum designed to help learners achieve their goals, whether that be career progression or integration into a new country. Who We Serve A rapidly growing and ambitious company, Lingoda operates in both B2B and B2C: while the B2B business has a strong focus on the healthcare sector in Germany and a credible ambition to expand into other professions and geographies, Lingoda’s B2C business has a global presence, teaching German, English, Spanish, French, and Italian to students worldwide. Learning a language with Lingoda is a rewarding experience, made possible by us Lingodies who support our students every step of the way. We’re committed to living the learning journey alongside them to create a world of connection and opportunity. We are seeking a Corporate Development Intern (all genders) based in Germany on a 3 months internship basis. Your tasks: 1. 3-Year-Planning Financial Planning: Drive the preparation of detailed long-term business plans, covering the three core financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow). Strategic Planning: Analyze market trends and competitor data to refine our 3-Year Plan. Scenario Planning: Develop business cases for specific business segments. 2. M&A Sourcing: Identify acquisition targets (market mapping, long & short lists). Valuation: Assist in complex financial modeling (DCF, Multiples analysis) to support target valuation and indicative offer preparation. Due Diligence: Participate in the deep dive (Financial, Legal, Commercial) for risk assessment. Integration: Support post-merger integration (PMI) to realize synergies. 3. Strategic Projects Strategic market analysis: Support in identifying new, attractive growth segments. Project Management: Drive and own specific strategic initiatives (e.g., setting up strategic partnerships) You bring to Lingoda: Currently enrolled in or recently completed an advanced degree (Master's preferred) in Business Administration, Finance, or a related quantitative field. First practical experience in Investment Banking, Management Consulting, or Corporate Development is an advantage. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in using Excel and PowerPoint. Proactive work ethic and the ability to clearly present complex matters. Fluent English skills (German skills are a plus). Outstanding academic track record. What you can expect from Lingoda: Approachable leaders and transparent communication - every voice counts at Lingoda! Company events and colleagues who are always happy to socialise + budgets towards team building events! An inclusive environment with great team spirit and passion for languages A well-structured and exciting onboarding process to set you up for success! The possibility to work remotely from your home or in the office located in the heart of Berlin Learning & development opportunities Free access to our language classes Mental Health programs Corporate benefits & pension funds Discounts on Urban Sports memberships (EU) Public Transport discounts in Berlin 30 vacation days per year Free snacks & drinks at the office The modern hardware necessary for your work (n/a for freelancers) Flexible working hours Does that sound exciting? Then, send us your CV right away! We are looking forward to hearing from you! Lingoda is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As an equal opportunities and affirmative action employer, we strive to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of our user base. Our commitment ensures that every applicant is assessed on the basis of their skills and qualifications, regardless of age, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or religion. We ask that you please apply directly via the link provided in the job description or directly on our website. Due to GDPR regulations, applications sent otherwise will not be considered. Apply To This Job