Private Equity Internship Opportunity

March 06, 2025
by an investor from University of Sunderland in Dublin, Ireland
Private Equity Internship Opportunity
Le Cheile Capital is a family of companies that invests in family-owned businesses. We are seeking a highly motivated Private Equity Intern to support our Investment Manager. This internship offers comprehensive exposure to the private equity investment process and is ideal for individuals keen to gain practical experience and develop skills relevant to private equity, investment banking, and entrepreneurship.
Internship Overview
Position: Private Equity Intern
Location: Remote
Commitment: Minimum of 10 hours per week for 3 months (flexible schedule).
Compensation: Unpaid; however, we are open to discussing compensation based on qualifications, experience, and contributions.
Collaboration: Weekly video calls and regular interaction with the team are expected.
Key Responsibilities
Industry Research and Deal Sourcing
Conduct in-depth research on target industries.
Develop investment theses and analyse business models.
Identify and evaluate potential acquisition targets.
Recommend improvements to our sourcing strategy.
Draft outreach communications for prospective acquisitions.
Investment Analysis
Review and summarise Investment Memorandums from brokers.
Assess opportunities and evaluate deal viability.
Due Diligence Support
Prepare due diligence materials and question lists.
Analyse target companies’ markets, financial performance, business models, customer bases, and competitors.
Financial Modelling & Valuation
Support the development of investment theses.
Build leveraged buyout (LBO) models.
Provide valuation recommendations supported by thorough research.
Strategic Projects
Identify and propose value-adding initiatives.
Contribute to multiple live deals for hands-on experience.
Candidate Profile
Education
Background in Finance, Economics, or Business Management.
Recent graduate or current MBA/CFA candidate preferred.
Skills
Highly organised, analytical, and self-motivated.
Strong business development mindset with the ability to challenge and improve existing processes.
Prior experience with industry research tools and CRM systems is advantageous.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Solid understanding of financial statements.
What You Will Gain
Private Equity & Investment Banking Experience: Industry analysis, financial modelling, and deal execution exposure.
Entrepreneurial Insights: Practical skills that are highly valuable for future business ventures.
Real-World Application: Active involvement in live transactions and strategic projects.
How to Apply
If you are interested and meet the qualifications, please send your application to redacted
This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop a strong foundation for a career in private equity, investment banking, or entrepreneurship, while contributing directly to live investment opportunities.
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