Summer Analyst - Energy and Real Assets - Real Estate

ABOUT CRÉDIT AGRICOLE CIB

Crédit Agricole CIB is the Corporate and Investment Banking arm of the Crédit Agricole Group, the 10th largest banking group worldwide by balance sheet size (The Banker, 2022). The Bank offers clients a broad range of products and services across capital markets, investment banking, structured finance, and corporate banking.

As the No. 1 retail bank in France, Crédit Agricole is the leading financial partner of the French economy and one of the largest retail banks in Europe — committed to building a world-class European leader in banking and insurance in accordance with the UN Global Compact.

Summer Analyst Internship Program Summary

The Summer Analyst Internship Program offers students graduating between December 2027 and June 2028 the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in investment banking within a high-profile department at Crédit Agricole CIB. Interns work alongside senior bankers, receiving mentorship and real-world exposure to credit analysis, deal structuring, and portfolio management. Top performers have the opportunity to convert into full-time US Analyst roles following graduation.

Divisional Overview

Crédit Agricole CIB's Real Estate, Lodging & Gaming Group specializes in structured finance transactions across the commercial real estate, hospitality, and gaming sectors. The Intern will support the Structured Finance team in credit analysis, documentation review, and administration of credit exposures across single asset financings, portfolio financings, corporate financings, and structured derivatives. This role offers exposure to complex deal structures and hands-on learning in credit risk management.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Assist in preparing credit applications and related materials for credit risk approval, including amendment and waiver requests 

• Conduct industry analysis and competitive analysis; assess relevant risk factors for transactions under consideration 

• Build and review financial models using Argus and internal modeling tools under senior guidance 

• Analyze and condense historical, financial, and other information on clients, including cash flow projections • Support monitoring of credit exposures and preparation of Annual Reviews and other credit reports as needed 

• Assist in reviewing legal documentation with the legal department and obtaining credit approval for legal documentation 

• Participate in client visits and bank meetings 

• Support ongoing review of portfolio names regarding operating performance, borrowing base, and covenant compliance 

• Coordinate with various Bank departments on matters concerning account servicing and credit authorizations

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Currently enrolled student or recent graduate expected to graduate between December 2027 and June 2028 

• BA or BS degree in Finance or related field 

• Must be eligible to work in the US without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future (including but not limited to F-1, OPT, CPT, H-1B, or any other visa category) 

• 0–1 years of professional experience in Finance or a related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Financial modeling skills (Excel, Argus) 

• Strong written communication skills 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills 

• Experience or familiarity with Real Estate or Hotel industry 

• Strong team-player mentality with ability to work under pressure 

• Prior internship or banking experience