Private Equity Intern

bu-partners; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

BU is seeking Private Equity Interns (f/m/d) to join the BU team in Munich and Zug for a three-month, full-time internship starting January 2027. You will work alongside seasoned investment professionals, gain exposure to live transactions, and contribute to deal sourcing, financial modelling, and portfolio analysis in a dynamic, performance-driven environment.

The role emphasizes an entrepreneurial mindset, rigorous analysis, and collaboration within a leading mid-market investor with offices

Qualifications

• Strong academic record in business, economics, finance, mathematics, statistics or law.
• Internship experience in investment banking, strategy consulting, private equity or growth equity.
• Experience in financial modelling and strong Excel skills; basic accounting knowledge.
• Fluency in German and English (spoken and written).
• Available for a full-time internship for three months starting January 2027.

Responsibilities

• Identify and review new investment opportunities and conduct market research.
• Support sourcing by scouting promising targets and sector themes.
• Build and analyse financial models (including LBOs) and prepare company valuations.
• Contribute to due diligence across operational, financial, and strategic areas.
• Assist in preparing investment committee materials and live deal execution.
• Conduct industry research and prepare sector studies to support investment theses.

Skills

Financial modelling

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

German & English fluency

Team‑oriented

Education

Outstanding academic track record in business, economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, or law

Job description

All Locations | Investment | Intern | On site

Our Offer

Our team is the foundation of our success. With diverse skills and expertise, we consistently achieve outstanding results together. We are looking for Private Equity Interns (f/m/d) to join our BU team in Munich and Zug. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain first‑hand exposure to the private equity industry and insight into BU’s investment strategy. You will work closely with experienced investment professionals and receive hands‑on training, mentoring, and a steep learning curve in a dynamic, performance‑driven environment.
At BU, we foster an entrepreneurial and responsible mindset, as well as a collaborative and team‑focused culture. Our success is built on our exceptional team, which is one of the largest and most experienced in our core markets. Together, we are passionate about our investments, creating value, and driving growth.
Private Equity Interns get the chance to contribute to live transactions, work with portfolio companies and gain first‑hand exposure to different sectors. You will become an integral part of the investment team.

Your Profile

We are looking for ambitious, analytical, and team-oriented individuals who bring:

• An outstanding academic track record in business, economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, or law
• Relevant internship experience in investment banking, strategy consulting, private equity, or growth equity
• Initial experience in financial modelling and strong proficiency in Excel; basic knowledge of accounting principles
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with strong attention to detail
• Motivation, curiosity, and a hands‑on, entrepreneurial mindset
• Fluency in German and English (spoken and written)
• You are available for a full‑time internship for three months starting in January 2027

Your Responsibilities

You will work in a fast‑paced environment with flat hierarchies, a steep learning curve and high expectations. Key tasks include:

• Identifying and reviewing new investment opportunities, including market research, competitive analysis, and presentation of findings to the investment team
• Supporting sourcing efforts by scouting for promising targets and sector themes
• Building and analysing financial models (including LBO models) and preparing company valuations
• Contributing to due diligence across operational, financial, and strategic areas
• Assisting in the preparation of investment committee materials and supporting live deal execution
• Conducting industry research and preparing sector studies to support investment theses and portfolio strategy

About BU

BU is a leading investment firm with offices in in Zug, Munich, Amsterdam, Milan, and London. The funds advised by BU focus on investments in mid‑sized companies across the DACH region and neighboring economies. With the mission to be the partner of choice for entrepreneurs and family‑owned businesses, the funds advised by BU seek to partner with market leaders and hidden champions with strong management teams and breakout potential.
Since its founding in 2015, the funds advised by BU have invested over € 4.4 billion in more than 180 companies, supporting over 32,000 employees, and working in partnership with entrepreneurs and families to develop, internationalize, and digitize their businesses, while helping them generate sustainable value on a responsible basis with the next generation in mind.

• Majority and minority investments as well as growth financings in market‑leading mid‑sized companies in the DACH region and neighboring economies
• Typical equity investment of €50 million to €500 million
• Focus on sustainability and creating real and lasting value that endures over many years
• With more than 180 completed transactions since foundation in Munich in 2015, BU is one of the most active mid‑market investors headquartered the DACH region
• More than 50 investment professionals in Zug, Munich, Amsterdam, Milan, and London. Experienced and complementary team managing c. €7 billion (AuM)
• Significantly investing into the BU team with more than 15 hires over the last three years