Deals Internship

Pitchin; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 16,740 - 27,900; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Networking opportunities

Hands-on experience in investment operations

Skill development in financial analysis

Exposure to entrepreneurs and startups

Job summary

A leading investment platform in Malaysia is seeking a Deals Intern to join their team. In this role, you’ll engage with promising startups and contribute significantly to the investment decision process. Ideal candidates are currently pursuing a degree and possess strong analytical skills, a curiosity for the startup ecosystem, and excellent English communication abilities. This internship offers unique industry exposure and the potential for impactful contributions to real-world investment decisions.

Qualifications

• Genuine curiosity about Malaysia's startup ecosystem and private markets.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate breakthrough startups seeking crowdfunding.
• Conduct deep-dive research on various industries.
• Master financial analysis by reviewing business models and revenue streams.
• Support live campaigns raising capital.
• Collaborate with entrepreneurs to optimize fundraising strategies.
• Develop localized research on Malaysia's private markets.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills (English)

Curiosity about startups

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree

Job description

🎯 The Opportunity

Imagine being the first to spot the next Grab, Gojek, or Shopee while they're still raising their early rounds. As a Deals Intern at pitchIN, you'll be on the front lines of Malaysia's most exciting investment opportunities, working directly with entrepreneurs who are reshaping entire industries.

This isn't just another internship—it's your gateway to becoming a deals professional in Southeast Asia's most dynamic startup ecosystem.

This internship is perfect for you if:

• You read startup news and wonder "How do they get funding?"
• You're fascinated by business models and growth strategies
• You want to understand what makes investors say "yes"
• You're eager to contribute to Malaysia's economic growth

🌟 What You'll Actually Do

🔍 Deal Analysis & Due Diligence

• Evaluate breakthrough startups seeking crowdfunding—you'll be the detective uncovering the next big thing
• Conduct deep-dive research on companies across diverse industries from fintech to sustainable energy
• Master financial analysis by reviewing business models, revenue streams, and growth projections
• Create investment recommendations that influence realdecisions

📊 Investment Operations

• Support live campaigns that are actively raising capital from Malaysian investors
• Collaborate with entrepreneurs to optimize their fundraising strategies
• Monitor deal flow and track investment performance across our portfolio

📈 Market Research & Content Creation

• Develop localized research on Malaysia's private markets and fundraising trends
• Create insights that shape our understanding of the Malaysian startup ecosystem
• Support thought leadership content that positions pitchIN as the market authority

💪 What We're Looking For

Essential Qualities

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree (any field welcome—passion matters more than major)
• Genuine curiosity about Malaysia's startup ecosystem and private markets
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken)
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills

Bonus Point

• Financial literacy - basic understanding of financial statements and valuation
• Crypto curiosity - interest in digital tokens and blockchain technology
• Investment experience - even if it's just following the stock market
• Entrepreneurial mindset - maybe you've started something yourself

🎁 Why This Internship is Different

Real Impact: Your analysis and recommendations influence actual investment decisions worth millions

Industry Exposure: Work directly with Malaysia's most promising entrepreneurs and innovative startups

Skill Development: Gain hands‑on experience in financial analysis, due diligence, and investment operations

Networking: Build relationships with founders, investors, and industry leaders

Learning Flexibility: Explore projects across different departments to broaden your experience