M&A and Direct Investment Internship Programme 2026
Capital Connection is hiring top-tier talent for our 2026 M&A and Direct Investment Internship Programme. This is your chance to get hands-on experience in live deals across technology M&A, growth fundraising, and direct investing, working closely with senior professionals in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment.
About Us
Capital Connection is a technology-focused M&A and corporate finance boutique with mandates across Europe. We advise high-growth companies on M&A, partnerships, capital raises and exits – and invest directly through our investment arm, Shyft, which acquires and scales service businesses using AI. Think of us as part-advisory, part-investor – and 100% focused on supporting technology founders and management teams to maximise value creation through smart dealmaking and growth.
What You'll Work On
You'll be involved across the full deal lifecycle – from sourcing to execution – with real exposure from day one:
* Investment Analysis: Screen and analyse live M&A and investment opportunities, from Data companies to SaaS and satellite technology.
* Outreach & Origination: Drive sourcing campaigns, build founder relationships, and manage CRM follow-ups.
* Financial Modelling: Build operating models, LBOs, and deal structures.
* Due Diligence & Execution: Prepare internal memos, valuation materials, and investor presentations.
* Market Research: Deep-dive into industries, competitors, and investment themes.
* Portfolio Support: Contribute to value creation projects in our Shyft portfolio.
Ideal Candidates
We are looking for master students or recent graduates with a strong interest in M&A, technology, and entrepreneurship:
* Studying or holding a degree in business, finance, economics, law, political sciences or engineering
* Great communication skills & ability to work together
* Knowledge of Excel and Powerpoint (or the google equivalents) and prior financial modelling experience is an asset but not a prerequisite
* Signs of academic excellence - or excellence shown in other fields
* Ideally you have done prior internships in related fields, including IB, PE, VC, or strategy
* Fluent in English – complemented with another European language
* Sharp thinker, proactive team player, driven & hungry to learn
* EU citizenship is preferred (for logistics)
The Offer
* Duration: 3-6 months (full-time), with potential for ongoing collaboration for top performers
* Location: Hybrid (Ghent based), with flexibility for remote work
* Compensation: Competitive
* Start date: Rolling applications – we are flexible for the right candidate
Our Commitment
We are building something different at Capital Connection. Our strength lies in combining top-tier M&A execution with a deep focus on technology and innovation. We believe in empowering our interns to take ownership early – from designing sourcing strategies to engaging directly with founders and management teams. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to creating an environment where talent from all backgrounds can thrive.
Our internship programme is designed to be a launchpad for your career: a place to learn by doing, contribute meaningfully, and gain exposure to both advisory and investing. You will be supported by experienced professionals, challenged to think critically, and encouraged to grow into a future leader in technology M&A and investment.
Ready to start your journey in M&A and technology private equity?
We would love to hear from you! Submit your CV, short cover note, and availability to recruiting@capcoib.com and apply via this LinkedIn post. We accept applications on a rolling basis and will arrange interviews following an initial assessment of your skills and motivation.