Venture Capital Internship Opportunity

Overview

This venture capital internship provides exposure to the European fund and startup ecosystem and the opportunity to work with an investment team focused on alternative assets. The asset manager manages over 500 mil. EUR and invests Europe-wide across venture capital, private equity, life sciences, and real estate. Some investment strategies focus on the CEE region, while the team predominantly collaborates with partners from across Europe.

The internship is flexible in duration, with summer, semester, and year-long arrangements available, as well as in working mode, including office and home office. The ideal internship duration is 6 months, although individual arrangements are possible. Long-term cooperation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support analysts and asset managers in their daily activities.
• Report on investment decisions and portfolio developments.
• Build and maintain financial models.
• Prepare presentations and fundraising materials.
• Conduct industry and investment research.
• Participate in calls with partners.
• Support investment activities involving venture capital, private equity, and life sciences projects.

Requirements

• Proactive, fast learner with an analytical mindset.
• Outgoing colleague with a strong work ethic.
• International outlook and excellent command of English.
• Effective research skills.
• Strong command of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Czech language proficiency at the C2 level, meaning native or bilingual speakers are preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in finance, venture capital, investment banking, or advisory is an advantage.
• Interest in venture capital, private equity, life sciences, or other alternative assets.

Compensation & Benefits

• High degree of independence with support from senior colleagues.
• Flat organizational structure and a young, dynamic team.
• Access to a broad portfolio of venture capital, private equity, and life sciences projects.
• Access to databases used by European venture capital firms.
• Plentiful snacks and refreshments in the workplace.
• Flexible home office upon agreement with the asset manager.

Location

• Beautiful offices in Florentinum, in the heart of Prague, with convenient access to B and C metro lines.
• Flexible working arrangements are available between office and home office by agreement.

Selection Process

• Submit a CV and a short motivation letter or video statement. Applicants may also include a couple of investment tips from the venture capital, private equity, or life sciences sectors.
• Participate in an interview with a member of the investment team over Microsoft Teams.
• Attend a second-round meeting in the offices and complete a set of case studies.
• Meet with the asset manager and future colleagues in the final stage.