About the role#
This 10-week Summer Associate Program offers first-year MBA students hands-on experience in private equity investing. You will work across our Endeavor, Foundation, and Flagship funds. The program takes place in Chicago and provides exposure to valuation, due diligence, deal execution, and portfolio value creation. Successful associates may be considered for full-time opportunities starting in 2028.
What you'll do#
- Evaluate prospective investment opportunities through financial analysis and due diligence.
- Build and analyze financial models to assess company performance, valuation, and capital structure.
- Prepare investment materials and presentations for team discussions.
- Contribute to active deal processes, including transaction execution and closing activities.
- Analyze portfolio company performance, business drivers, and growth opportunities.
- Collaborate on strategy, operational improvement, and value creation projects.
- Take ownership of assigned analyses and project deliverables.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a first-year MBA student with an expected graduation in Spring 2028.
- Prior experience in investment banking, financial services, or consulting.
- Exceptional analytical, financial modeling, and business judgment skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Demonstrated interest in investing, financial markets, and technology sectors.
- High levels of professional maturity, accountability, and initiative.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $120,000 - $150,000 annualized base pay.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
About Vista Equity Partners
Vista Equity Partners is a global investment firm focused on software companies. Founded in 2000, the firm operates out of Austin, Texas. It employs private equity and private credit strategies to manage a portfolio of software businesses. The firm currently has between 501 and 1,000 employees.
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