About Sands Capital:
We are an active, long-term investor in leading innovative businesses globally. Our approach combines analytical rigor and creative thinking to identify high-quality growth businesses that are creating the future. Through an integrated investment platform spanning venture capital, growth equity and public equity, we provide growth capital solutions to institutions and fund sponsors in more than 40 countries (detailed on our website www.sandscapital.com).
About the Research Intern Role:
Sands Capital is seeking a motivated Research Intern to support our Investment Team (public markets) during the summer of 2026. In this role, you will support our experienced team of Research Analysts and Associates to help monitor existing investments and conduct research on new investment ideas across a global landscape for our portfolios.
Our internship program serves to identify motivated and talented undergraduate students who will gain relevant skills and knowledge through the internship. The 2026 summer internship program is currently anticipated to run from June 8, 2026 to August 14, 2026.
Work Expectations:
The work location for this role is expected to be Sands Capital’s headquarters in Arlington, Virginia at a minimum of four days per week in-office (including Tuesdays and Wednesdays) or more as directed by your manager, depending on the role and team needs. Please know that the hybrid schedule is subject to change, as directed by our Executive Management Team, at any time.
Position Responsibilities:
Coordinate research activities with your managing Associate/Analyst, including but not limited to:
- Building company-focused financial models and projections;
- Conducting discrete research projects to analyze company or market fundamentals (i.e., business models, growth drivers, market size, competitive advantage, industry trends, key competitors/risks, financial strength, and fit with Sands Capital’s six investment criteria);
- Completing research on current holdings (i.e., earnings notes, model updates, expert calls, company or analyst meetings, news updates, etc.);
- Participating in weekly Investment Team meetings and other meetings, as appropriate;
- Performing other position responsibilities, as needed; and
- Exhibiting behaviors consistent with Sands Capital’s Mission, Values, and culture.
Position Qualifications:
- Undergraduate students interested in exploring a career in investment management (2027 graduates preferred);
- A genuine and demonstrable interest in business analysis and investment research;
- Familiarity with basic and intermediate accounting, as well as financial modeling;
- Superior verbal and written communication skills; and
- Exceptional work ethic and ability to complete assignments on time with limited supervision.
Required Behavioral Characteristics:
Identified below are Behavioral Characteristics that the firm holds in high regard and believes are critical for high performing individuals and teams at Sands Capital:
- Having impeccable integrity;
- Exhibiting superior client service skills (to include both internal and external clients);
- Exhibiting strong interpersonal skills;
- Demonstrating a strong work ethic in a fast-paced, professional environment;
- Operating with a high degree of initiative, self-discipline, and motivation;
- Being able to collaborate and work effectively as part of a team, while also being able to work independently with a high degree of efficiency and accuracy;
- Assuming the best of others; and
- Being motivated by a job well-done.
Sands Capital’s Values:
Identified below are Values the firm holds in high regard and believes are critical for high-performing individuals and teams at Sands Capital:
- Integrity & Trust: Do what is right, not what is popular. Deliver on commitments.
- Client-Centered: Always act in the best interest of our clients.
- Commitment to Excellence: Strive to learn and improve. Implement best practices.
- Focus: Identify and concentrate on “what matters”.
- Long-Term Perspective: Appreciate that time allows sound decisions to demonstrate their worth. Avoid short-term thinking.
- Independent Thinking: Have the courage to develop and articulate your own convictions. Debate others openly and honestly.
- Teamwork: Collaborate to gather facts, develop perspective, build conviction, and support timely decision-making.
- Positive “Can-Do” Attitude: Demonstrate a willingness to tackle any task.
- Graciousness: Reflect kindness and courtesy at all times.
- Balance: Enjoy your work while balancing professional activities with interests beyond the firm.
- Meritocracy: Know that talent and achievement will drive your success at Sands Capital.
How to Apply:
To be considered, candidates must submit a resume that specifically outlines your qualifications for the position. If you wish to apply for this position, please do so via Sands Capital’s Careers page at http://sandscapital.com/careers/.
Salary and Benefits:
Sands Capital offers competitive compensation. For this role, the hourly rate ranges from $30-$35/hour and will be determined by the candidate’s grade level as well as relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Sands Capital may also offer generous benefits for interns who exceed 90 days of employment or otherwise meet the relevant eligibility criteria as determined by Sands Capital’s benefit plan documents.
Sands Capital is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and staff members. For our staff members, equal opportunity includes access to the benefits and privileges that the firm provides to staff members generally. We appreciate the value diversity brings to Sands Capital and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff members.
We evaluate and select qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Discrimination of this kind is also strictly prohibited by a variety of federal, state, and local laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
View the “Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law” poster here and its supplement here.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to pregnant individuals, individuals with disabilities, and/or individuals needing accommodation for sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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What We Do
Sands Capital is an active, long-term investor in leading innovative businesses globally. Our approach combines analytical rigor and creative thinking to identify high-quality growth businesses that are creating the future. Through an integrated investment platform spanning venture capital, growth equity and public equity, we provide growth capital solutions to institutions and fund sponsors in more than 40 countries. An independent, staff-owned firm founded in 1992 and headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area with offices in London and Singapore, Sands Capital managed more than $47.3 billion in client assets as of June 30, 2022. AUM includes the discretionary and non-discretionary assets of Sands Capital Management, LLC as of June 30, 2022, and the gross assets of all funds (not including uncalled capital) for Sands Capital Ventures, LLC. Figures for Sands Capital Ventures LLC are updated 45-60 days after quarter-end. Sands Capital Management, LLC (“Sands Capital”) is an independent investment management firm registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission as an investment adviser under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940. Sands Capital Management, LP is the principal owner of Sands Capital and, in turn, is principally owned directly and indirectly by the Sands Family and Sands Capital staff members. Sands Capital and Sands Capital Management, LP are ultimately controlled by Frank M. Sands. While the majority of ownership resides with the Sands family, there is a significant and growing percentage of the firm in the hands of key staff members including the entire senior investment team. Investment advisory fees are described in Part II of the adviser’s Form ADV which can be found at www.sandscapital.com/disclosures/. https://www.sandscapital.com/important-disclosures
