PE Growth & Strategy Intern — Business Development

k1im; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch provided in-office

Potential full-time offer

Job summary

K1 Investment Management in Manhattan Beach is seeking a Private Equity Business Development Intern to learn how top private equity firms identify compelling investment opportunities and growth levers. You will work closely with senior team members and gain exposure to diverse business models and investment analysis.

The program emphasizes extensive learning, direct outreach, and hands-on experience; top performers may receive full-time offers to join the Business Development team.

Qualifications

• Current Junior-level standing from all majors (rising Senior during Summer 2027).
• High intellectual curiosity and strong people skills.
• Self-starter; ambitious; team-oriented.
• Exemplary communication and relationship skills (verbal and written).
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a positive attitude.
• Preferred (first generation college students are encouraged to apply).

Responsibilities

• Assist with industry and target company research.
• Participate in direct outreach to target companies.
• Shadow calls with target company management and assist in company analysis.
• Support and shadow day-to-day Business Development operations.
• Work within our proprietary systems to assist with data uploading and cleanliness.
• Support current team members in various responsibilities, as assigned.

Skills

Industry research

Target outreach

Company analysis

Data entry

Team support

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

K1 Investment Management in Manhattan Beach is seeking a Private Equity Business Development Intern to learn how top private equity firms identify compelling investment opportunities and growth levers. You will work closely with senior team members and gain exposure to diverse business models and investment analysis.

The program emphasizes extensive learning, direct outreach, and hands-on experience; top performers may receive full-time offers to join the Business Development team.