Working Student - Banking (Aviation Finance)

Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count?

Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world’s leading financial groups. Across the globe, we’re 150,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world.

With a vision to be the world’s most trusted financial group, it’s part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career.

Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.

Would you like to work for one of the World's largest banks in an exciting, dynamic and international environment?

We are currently recruiting for a Working Student for our Aviation Finance Team within the Global Aviation Finance Office (GAFO) at MUFG Bank (Europe) N.V. in Amsterdam.

About MUFG

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. (MUFG) is one of the world’s leading financial groups. Headquartered in Tokyo and with over 360 years of history, MUFG has a global network with approximately 2,000 locations in more than 40 countries. The Group has about 120,000 employees and offers services including commercial banking, trust banking, securities, credit cards, consumer finance, asset management, and leasing. The Group aims to “be the world’s most trusted financial group” through close collaboration among our operating companies and flexibly respond to all of the financial needs of our customers, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world. MUFG’s shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York stock exchanges.

About MUFG in the European Economic Area

Following the decision taken by the UK in 2016 to leave the European Union, MUFG has taken all of the necessary steps to ensure the continuation of all services to clients, regardless of their location. Clients located in the European Economic Area (EEA) access services through MUFG Bank (Europe) N.V. as well as MUFG Securities (Europe) N.V.

About MUFG Bank (Europe) N.V.

MUFG Bank (Europe) N.V. (MBE) is a fully-owned subsidiary of MUFG Bank, headquartered in Amsterdam. With offices throughout Europe, our teams provide clients with comprehensive financing solutions spanning Coverage & Structured Finance, Capital Markets and Transaction Banking, using MUFG’s global reach to provide bespoke solutions.

About the Aviation Finance Team

The Aviation Finance team is part of the Global Aviation Finance Office (GAFO), operating within the Corporate and Investment Banking Division for EMEA. GAFO is MUFG's first sector vertical team with oversight of all aspects of the aviation business within the Bank, connecting aviation finance teams across EMEA, Asia, and the US to deliver seamless and consistent global service.

Building on strong performance throughout COVID, the Bank is expanding its aviation finance platform, creating exciting opportunities for growth and development. GAFO operates as a flat organization where all members have regular access to senior management and the opportunity to shape the future direction of the team.

Your impact at MUFG

Join our dynamic Aviation Finance team as a Working Student and become an integral part of one of the most exciting sectors in banking. This role offers exceptional exposure to aviation finance transactions, client relationships, and the opportunity to work alongside industry experts in a truly global environment.

As part of our team, you will gain hands-on experience in:

• Transaction Support: Assist with deal pricing, structuring, and execution across various aviation finance products
• Client Service: Support client-facing activities and contribute to building strong relationships with airlines, lessors, and aviation companies
• Market Analysis: Contribute to fleet valuations, market research, and industry analysis
• Documentation: Support preparation of credit papers, business screening memos, and client presentations

Key Responsibilities

Core Operational Support:

• Prepare and format Business Screening Memos (BSMs) and credit documentation for aviation finance transactions
• Download and organize fleet valuations, aircraft pricing data, and market intelligence from industry platforms (e.g. Ascend)
• Support deal pricing activities and preparation of financing proposals for client presentations
• Create and maintain PowerPoint presentations for client meetings and internal discussions

Administrative Excellence:

• Coordinate transaction documentation and maintain deal tracking systems
• Support meeting scheduling, minute-taking, and follow-up activities for client engagements
• Assist with administrative aspects of deal booking and portfolio management
• Maintain team databases, market intelligence files, and transaction records

Research and Analysis Support:

• Conduct industry research on aviation markets, airline performance, and aircraft values
• Assist with financial analysis of aviation companies and transaction counterparties
• Support preparation of market updates and sector analysis for internal stakeholders
• Help maintain competitive intelligence and market positioning analysis

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with Credit, Risk, Operations, and Legal teams on transaction execution
• Support communication between Amsterdam team and global GAFO offices in London, New York, and Tokyo Assist with regulatory reporting and compliance documentation
• Contribute to team meetings and strategic planning sessions

In order to be successful in the role, you will need the following

Essential Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled as a full-time student with interest in or affinity with Aviation, Finance, Business, Economics, or related field
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent proficiency in PowerPoint for creating professional presentations
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous internship or work experience in banking, finance, or aviation industry
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel for data analysis and financial modelling
• Understanding of financial markets and corporate finance principles
• Knowledge of aviation industry dynamics, aircraft types, and leasing structures
• Experience with financial modelling and data analysis tools
• Multilingual capabilities (particularly German, French, or Dutch)
• Interest in pursuing a career in aviation finance or specialized lending

Personal requirements

Integrity and Responsibility

• Balance Risk with Opportunity
• Customer Focus
• Demonstrate Global Perspective

Professionalism and Teamwork

• Drive For Results
• Collaborate and Build Partnerships
• Communicate Effectively and Professionally

Challenge Ourselves To Grow

• Influence and Inspire Others
• Lead Change & Seek Continuous Improvement
• Think Strategically
• Manage and Develop Talent

What do we have to offer:

• We offer a working student opportunity in one of the largest banks of the world in a growing and international environment. You have various opportunities to develop yourself and we will support you with that by offering various training and development possibilities.
• Monthly team events.
• To work in an ambitious, international environment with colleagues from different countries and cultures, who strive for the best.

Additional information:

The application window will be closed per 19 September 2025.

We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.

MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership.

We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.

About US

At MUFG, our colleagues are our greatest assets. Our Culture Principles provide a roadmap for how each of our colleagues must think and act to become more client-obsessed, inclusive and innovative. They reflect who we are, who we want to be and what we expect from one another. We are excited to see you take the next step in exploring a career with us and encourage you to spend more time reviewing them!

Our Culture Principles

• Client Centric
• People Focused
• Listen Up. Speak Up.
• Innovate & Simplify
• Own & Execute