Project Finance Associate Internships
Project finance associate internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on experience structuring and analyzing infrastructure and energy deals, mentorship from working project finance professionals, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in {{top_industries_phrase}}, with HNTB Corporation, TMEIC, and CohnReznick among the employers posting roles now.
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Responsibilities
- Assist the team responsible for Portfolio Management functions supporting the Project Finance Business Lines (Energy, Infrastructure, Metals & Mining).
- Assist in preparation of annual credit reviews (including financial analysis and rating proposal).
- Process technical consents for transactions, including obtaining all required internal credit approvals.
- Handle various aspects of credit monitoring and reporting
- Assist in preparing quarterly watch-list and provision reviews and presenting the same in local and global meetings
- Record covenants in the internal tracking system and resolve past dues
- Work in close collaboration with other internal departments such as the Front Office, Back Office and Risk teams.
- Assist in internal and external audits and regulatory examinations
- Assist in preparation of monthly and quarterly reports (data quality and credit monitoring), as well as respond to global management inquiries on the portfolio
Profile required
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Must Have:
1. Graduate with a Bachelors degree from Business/Engineering School or University with a specialization in Finance
2. GPA greater than 3.65 preferred
3. Good communication and presentation skills
4. Proficient/Good command of MS Office
5. Fluent in English
6. Ability to work in a dynamic, deadline-focused environment
7. Team player
Nice to Have:
1. A previous experience in Structured Finance or Banking would be appreciated
2. Some exposure to credit agreements would be useful
Business insight
OUR CULTURE:
At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate.
For more information about our Culture and Conduct initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-culture/)
D&I:
Our Diversity & Inclusion Mission: Recruit, develop, advance, and retain a diverse workforce that is united in our efforts to enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients.
- Engaged workforce that is demographically diverse in a way that reflects the communities in which we operate
- Inclusive culture and workplace that recognizes employees' unique needs and utilizes their diverse talents
- Engage our community and marketplace, and position the organization to meet the needs of all its clients
For more information about our D&I initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/societe-generale-about/diversity-and-inclusion/)
HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT:
For most positions, Societe Generale offers a hybrid work arrangement that offers employees the flexibility to work remotely, as well as on-site, in order to promote interaction and collaboration with colleagues while adhering to all SG standard protocols. Hybrid work arrangements vary based on business area. The applicable Business lines will determine and communicate the work arrangements that best meet their business needs.
COMPENSATION:
Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. This is not a benefits eligible position.
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Responsibilities
- Assist the team responsible for Portfolio Management functions supporting the Project Finance Business Lines (Energy, Infrastructure, Metals & Mining).
- Assist in preparation of annual credit reviews (including financial analysis and rating proposal).
- Process technical consents for transactions, including obtaining all required internal credit approvals.
- Handle various aspects of credit monitoring and reporting
- Assist in preparing quarterly watch-list and provision reviews and presenting the same in local and global meetings
- Record covenants in the internal tracking system and resolve past dues
- Work in close collaboration with other internal departments such as the Front Office, Back Office and Risk teams.
- Assist in internal and external audits and regulatory examinations
- Assist in preparation of monthly and quarterly reports (data quality and credit monitoring), as well as respond to global management inquiries on the portfolio
Profile required
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Must Have:
1. Graduate with a Bachelors degree from Business/Engineering School or University with a specialization in Finance
2. GPA greater than 3.65 preferred
3. Good communication and presentation skills
4. Proficient/Good command of MS Office
5. Fluent in English
6. Ability to work in a dynamic, deadline-focused environment
7. Team player
Nice to Have:
1. A previous experience in Structured Finance or Banking would be appreciated
2. Some exposure to credit agreements would be useful
Business insight
OUR CULTURE:
At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate.
For more information about our Culture and Conduct initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-culture/)
D&I:
Our Diversity & Inclusion Mission: Recruit, develop, advance, and retain a diverse workforce that is united in our efforts to enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients.
- Engaged workforce that is demographically diverse in a way that reflects the communities in which we operate
- Inclusive culture and workplace that recognizes employees' unique needs and utilizes their diverse talents
- Engage our community and marketplace, and position the organization to meet the needs of all its clients
For more information about our D&I initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/societe-generale-about/diversity-and-inclusion/)
HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT:
For most positions, Societe Generale offers a hybrid work arrangement that offers employees the flexibility to work remotely, as well as on-site, in order to promote interaction and collaboration with colleagues while adhering to all SG standard protocols. Hybrid work arrangements vary based on business area. The applicable Business lines will determine and communicate the work arrangements that best meet their business needs.
COMPENSATION:
Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. This is not a benefits eligible position.
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Tips for Your Project Finance Associate Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer roles
Large banks, infrastructure firms, and energy developers open summer project finance associate internship applications in September and October, often closing cohorts before winter break. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so check listings throughout the year rather than waiting for a single window.
Build a deal model before you apply
Hiring teams for project finance associate internships assess what you can produce, not just your GPA. Build at least one financial model or project-level credit analysis using real public data, document your assumptions, and have it ready to share or walk through in an interview. A linked spreadsheet or written memo gives recruiters something concrete to evaluate.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors with industry connections often know which firms recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to smaller firms and boutiques running their own cohorts alongside campus activity, since those roles rarely appear through on-campus recruiting.
Practice your technical screen out loud
Project finance associate intern interviews typically include a modeling exercise, a case study on a hypothetical deal, or questions on financial statement analysis and debt structuring. Practice walking through your reasoning aloud before the interview, since interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as whether you reach the right answer.
Target structured rotational programs early
Major banks and infrastructure developers run rotational summer programs built to train project finance candidates with limited experience. These programs recruit in the fall, fill fast, and are competitive. Identify the ones aligned to your target sector, such as renewable energy, transportation, or public-private partnerships, and apply in the first recruiting wave before cohorts close.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 0% of the project finance associate internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through listings, then filter by location and work type so you spend your time on roles you can actually take.
Project Finance Associate Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a project finance associate internship?
Lead with coursework and completed projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For project finance associate candidates, the concrete artifact recruiters want to assess is a financial model, deal memo, or case study you built yourself. Apply directly to open listings and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a project finance associate internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for project finance associate interns is consistent performance on real deal work, available headcount on the team, and understanding when return-offer decisions are made. Position yourself by delivering on every assignment, but keep applying elsewhere rather than counting on a specific outcome.
When should I apply for project finance associate internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large financial institutions and infrastructure developers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before spring semester begins. Smaller firms, boutiques, and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings regularly rather than waiting for a single recruiting season.
Are project finance associate internships paid?
Most professional project finance associate internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Unpaid arrangements are uncommon at established banks, developers, and advisory firms, but do appear occasionally at smaller organizations and nonprofits.
What should a project finance associate internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three documented projects showing your financial modeling, credit analysis, or deal structuring work, the tools you used (Excel, Argus, Python), and where a recruiter can see the output, such as a linked model or a written case study. Add relevant coursework in corporate finance, infrastructure finance, or accounting, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote project finance associate internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 100% of the project finance associate internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from every market, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is a project finance rotational internship?
Some large banks, infrastructure developers, and energy companies run structured rotational internship programs that move participants across deal teams, credit, and structuring desks over the course of a summer or semester. These programs are designed for candidates new to the field, recruit early in the cycle, and are competitive. Identify the programs that match your target sector and apply in the first recruiting wave.
Can international students get project finance associate internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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