Private Equity Intern (Unpaid Internship)
Location: Remote / Flexible
Type: Part-Time or Full-Time, Unpaid Internship
Duration: Flexible (Summer / Semester / Custom)
A small Darien, CT based Private Equity firm seeks interns for research, deal analysis, and portfolio company management.
About Us:
We are a private investment firm led by two partners with backgrounds in investment banking, general management, principal investing, and degrees from top-tier business schools. Our team also includes three accomplished operating partners—former CEOs with proven track records of driving growth in B2B services and industrial products businesses. We focus on identifying, acquiring, and building great companies in the lower middle market.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated intern to join our team and gain hands-on experience in private equity investing. This is an exceptional opportunity for a student or recent graduate to learn directly from seasoned investors and operators. The intern will support the investment team and operating partners across a broad range of responsibilities and will be exposed to the full lifecycle of deal evaluation, execution, and portfolio management.
Responsibilities:
Conduct industry and company research to support deal sourcing and due diligence
Assist in building financial models and performing valuation analyses
Help prepare investment memos, presentations, and internal documentation
Support CRM management, pipeline tracking, and outreach initiatives
Participate in internal strategy discussions and external meetings with management teams, advisors, and intermediaries
Collaborate on special projects related to firm development and operational improvements
Qualifications:
Strong interest in private equity, finance, or entrepreneurship
Solid analytical and research skills; proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Proficiency with data analysis and using technology and AI to streamline processes and improve efficiency
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-starter with attention to detail and a strong work ethic
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
The internship can be full time for the summer and continue throughout the school year.
We seek both undergrad and MBA students. The minimum commitment is 10 hours a week.
You will work directly for the firm’s principals and be exposed to all aspects of the fund’s operation including live deals, transactions, portfolio company operations, and fund management.
The work is typically able to be considered for college credit and we will provide letters of recommendation as well as introductions to our vast network of contacts in consulting firms, banks, other private equity firms etc.