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2023 MBA Internship Program

Infrastructure

Posted on 10/4/2022

KKR

KKR

5,001-10,000 employees

Provides asset management and insurance solutions

Financial Services
Real Estate
Fintech

United States

Required Skills
Management
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Current 1st year MBA student with anticipated graduation date of Spring 2024
  • Candidates must embody KKR's core values, in particular: unquestioned integrity, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to teamwork and excellence
  • Ideal candidates will have a genuine enthusiasm and curiosity for investing, a strong understanding of fundamental business analysis, and an outstanding academic record
  • Candidates must possess superior analytical and financial modeling skills; a solid grasp of financial concepts; exceptional written, interpersonal, and communication skills; attention to detail; and a maturity that enables them to contribute to a collaborative and constructive work environment
  • Deadline to apply is December 4th -- 11:59pm ET
  • You can submit a maximum of 2 applications
Responsibilities
  • Identifying attractive investment themes and opportunities
  • Gathering and synthesizing industry and market data
  • Extensive analysis on potential investments, including in-depth financial modeling in Microsoft Excel
  • Managing the due diligence process, including overseeing commercial, accounting, tax, and legal diligence advisors
  • Assisting with the development of and monitoring operational initiatives within portfolio companies
  • Monitoring and reporting on portfolio company performance
  • Drafting and presenting oral and written materials to management and investors
  • Building relationships within the firm and with management teams, as well as with external advisors and industry experts

KKR offers alternative asset management, capital markets, and insurance solutions, including investment funds in private equity, credit, and real assets, as well as retirement, life, and reinsurance products.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$17.6B

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1976

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • KKR's diverse portfolio and strategic acquisitions offer employees exposure to a wide range of industries and growth opportunities.
  • The firm's strong financial backing and ability to secure significant financing facilities enhance its stability and growth prospects.
  • Involvement in high-profile deals and partnerships, such as with Carlyle and Discover, provides employees with valuable experience in large-scale transactions.

What critics are saying

  • The complexity of integrating diverse acquisitions like Varsity Brands and Park 8Ninety could pose operational challenges.
  • High financial leverage, while advantageous, also increases the firm's exposure to market volatility and economic downturns.

What makes KKR unique

  • KKR's strategic acquisitions, such as Varsity Brands and Park 8Ninety, demonstrate its focus on diverse sectors including education, logistics, and sports goods.
  • The firm's ability to secure large-scale financing facilities, like the $150M for Trinseo, highlights its strong financial leverage and market influence.
  • KKR's involvement in high-value transactions, such as the $10.1 billion student loan portfolio from Discover, sets it apart as a major player in the investment landscape.

Benefits

Investing in Training and Development

Driving Diversity for Better Results

Focusing on Wellness and Benefits

Greening Our Operations

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