The easiest and fastest way to apply is via our ‘Open Openings’ page.

We require the following documents:
– CV
– Employment references/university references
– Cover letter

Education:
Intern: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in finance, accounting, or a similar discipline, with at least the 4th semester completed.
Analyst/Associate: Completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance, accounting, or a similar discipline.
Work Experience:
Intern: Previous internships in M&A, finance transactions, or advisory services.
Analyst: 1-3 years of work experience, including internships, in M&A, finance transactions, or advisory services.
Associate: 3-5 years of work experience in M&A, finance transactions, or advisory services.
Required for All Roles:
– Strong knowledge of financial reporting
– Excellent analytical, communication, and teamwork skills
– Exceptional attention to detail
– Language skills: English and German (both written and spoken fluency required)
– Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint

Our process consists of two interviews:
First interview: Getting to know eachother (usually digital)
Second interview: Includes a case study (usually in person)
Candidates are notified of the outcome shortly after the second interview.

There is no fixed recruitment period. We advertise both junior and senior positions year-round, depending on demand.
For internships, applications open approximately 6-9 months prior to the start date.
For example, if you’re applying for an internship in Q1, the job listing would be posted at the end of March/start of April and remain open for several weeks.

Yes, we welcome unsolicited applications. You can submit one by selecting the Unsolicited Applications category on the Open Positions page.

Be ready to answer questions on the following topics:
– Carlsquare-specific: Our recent M&A transactions and sector focus.
– Technical: Accounting, valuation, and the M&A process.
– Personal fit: Teamwork skills, prior experience, and motivation.
– Industry knowledge: General M&A trends, mid-market dynamics, and notable recent transactions.
– Case study preparation: You should be comfortable presenting case studies using Excel and PowerPoint.

Yes, permanent Carlsquare employees have the opportunity for a 3-month secondment in one of our offices, subject to coordination with the respective office/team.

For inquiries, please refer to the contact person listed for each office on the Careers section of our website.

Yes, you can apply to any of our offices. However, please check the local requirements, especially regarding language skills.