📌 Key facts
Choose and frame your topic and title freely 🧚 Example:Project Study: Identification of potential applications for dynamic data structures in digital M&A processesProject Start: Flexible start date — ideally right away or at the beginning of the semesterApplication: Send us an email (see bottom of the page) with your CVs and academic transcripts🎯 Objectives and Project Scope
Choose and frame your topic and title freely 🧚 Example:Identify potential use cases for dynamic data in M&A processes or PE processesConduct expert interviews in the fields of M&A and Private EquityDefine the required organizational setup (team size/skills, funding)Develop an implementation roadmapAnd any additional areas you’d like to focus on🎓 Your Profile
Team of 2–3 bachelor’s or master’s studentsFluent in German or EnglishAbility and motivation for strategic thinking and conceptual workInterest in startups and fintech➕ Your Benefits
High-impact project with potential extension opportunities (depending on project results)Hands-on mentality and close mentorship from an early-stage startup with short decision paths and direct opportunities to make an impactInsights into the dynamic startup ecosystem of TUMIndependent, conceptual project work with continuous support from the founding teamBest of Finance & Startup: gain deep exposure to both M&A and the day-to-day work of an early-stage startup📄 Deliverable
For TUM, a PowerPoint presentation with key content (and, if required by TUM, a written report.)
📝 Application
Please send your application (including a joint cover letter, CVs, transcripts, and certificates) to Marius Fischer (Fintalo) and Prof. Isabell Welpe, Professor at the Chair of Strategy and Organization (or another chair of your choice). If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. We look forward to your application!
📬 Kontakt
Marius Fischer (marius@fintalo.com)Isabell Welpe (Chair for Strategy and Organisation) 👉 welpe@tum.de