Position Description 

Access is seeking outstanding undergraduate candidates for our Summer Analyst Internship Program. Summer Analysts will gain direct exposure to private equity investing. The internship provides a dynamic and analytical experience, exposing interns to the critical components of Access’ investment process. Summer Analysts will work alongside members of the Investment Team and actively participate in team meetings, investment thesis development, market research, and due diligence.

Interns will conduct and compile research and analysis on industries and business models of interest. Summer Analysts are responsible for drafting precursory and in-depth industry and sector assessments; they will present these analyses to the Investment Team on a weekly basis. Through their findings, Summer Analysts will play a critical part in the development of Access’ investment theses and pipeline.

The internship is based at our headquarters in Baltimore, Maryland (a short commute from Washington, D.C.)

We Offer:

• A robust training program including both internal and third-party training sessions (Wall Street Prep, etc.)
• A structured mentorship program, which pairs Summer Analysts with tenured Analysts and Associates
• A small team environment in which Summer Analysts work directly with Senior Leadership
• Opportunity to attend team events and one-on-ones with senior team members
• Potential for a full-time Analyst offer upon completion of the internship

Responsibilities Include:

• Conduct and compile industry and company research
• Create industry overviews and prepare responses to diligence discussions
• Work with Associates to draft industry assessments
• Partner with other Investment Team members to present Investment Committee memo briefings
• Present briefings on industry assessment findings during Monday meetings and team updates

Skills & Characteristics

Successful candidates will have the following qualifications:

• High level of intellectual curiosity and initiative
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Innovative and creative thinking
• Low ego, consultative style with an ability to influence through use of data and analysis
• Collaborative team approach

Requirements:

• Current junior with a record of high academic achievement (cumulative GPA 3.3 or higher)
• Must be eligible to work in the US without requiring sponsorship both now and in the future

Contact

Please submit a tailored cover letter along with your resume via the job link.