Venture Capital Summer Analyst Intern

The Team

StepStone Venture Capital is one of the largest venture capital investment firms in the world, currently managing over $30 billion in assets across fund, direct and secondary investment strategies. The team has over 80+ employees* with offices in Baltimore, London, La Jolla, and New York.   We actively invest in venture capital partnerships, expansion stage venture/growth equity direct investments and secondary market positions through our fund products.  

Role Profile

Summer Analysts will be responsible for supporting the activities of the investment team in analyzing, monitoring and researching both potential and existing fund and direct investments. Education is also a significant component of the program, as Summer Analysts will gain insight into the broader venture capital ecosystem through data-driven research projects, hands-on learning with the investment team and participation in weekly calls with the broader partnership. 

Responsibilities 

• Performing quantitative analysis, including company, manager and performance modeling and valuation
• Conducting company, manager and industry research
• Participating in due diligence calls with company management teams and General Partners
• Assisting in all aspects of the transaction, whether fund, direct or secondary
• Communicating investment recommendations through written work, including one-page summaries and investment memorandums
• Developing and maintaining proprietary transaction and market intelligence
• Performing investment monitoring analysis in support of the investment team
• Performing other ad hoc projects that reflect the broader needs of the Firm

Qualifications

• Graduate in December 2027 or Spring 2028
• Must be able to work legally in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future
• GPA of 3.2 or above
• A desire to join our Global Private Markets investments platform after graduation
• High proficiency in MS Word, Power Point and Excel
• Demonstrated track record of academic success
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong, demonstrable analytical capabilities, including strong quantitative/modeling skills
• Team player and strong work ethic

*As of 3/31/26

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

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Salary: $70,000 / year

The salary is an estimate of pay for this position.  Actual pay may vary depending on job-related factors that can include location, education, skill, and experience.  The salary does not include any benefits or other forms of possible compensation that may be available to employees.

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