Private Equity Internship

Established in 1989, IK Partners are a European private equity firm which has successfully supported and rewarded its investors and business partners by placing people at the centre of their strategy. They invest in European businesses across four distinct and complementary strategies that leverage their platform - mid cap, small cap, developmental capital and partnership fund.

Their unique approach allows us to selectively deploy funds in businesses that have shown significant potential for development in existing and international markets within the areas of Business Services, Healthcare, Consumer and Industrials. Their fund offering allows them to support companies at all stages of their investment journey, transforming national champions into international leaders.

You will work closely with the investment professionals and will assist with the appraisal of potential investment opportunities (both quantitative and qualitative). The work of an intern is highly diverse, and candidates will gain investing, financial and operational experience across a wide range of sectors. Tasks include:

• Deal sourcing; sourcing exercises and updating pipeline information
• Analyse potential investment opportunities
• Carry out research and prepare background information
• Business and operational analysis
• Assist with internal presentations
• Assist the team with portfolio reporting and project related work
• Financial modelling and valuation

Who we are looking for in this private equity internship:

• You have an entrepreneurial and hands-on mentality.
• You combine strong analytical, social, and communication skills in your work.
• You are able to process and analyze information efficiently and independently.
• You are fluent in Dutch and English.
• You have one or more relevant previous internship experiences (such as M&A, private equity, venture capital, or consultancy).
• You have completed a quantitative Bachelor's degree at a university (such as economics, econometrics, business administration, finance, computer science, or other STEM fields).