Working Student, Europe Technology (German Speaker)

An opportunity to work with the CETP DACH coverage team based in London. The role will work on a research and analytical project to support the team as they source and evaluate investment opportunities throughout German speaking Europe. The Working Student will spend time working with all members of the team, supporting sourcing, deal execution and value-creation efforts. This is:

• An opportunity to join a lean, entrepreneurial, and highly collaborative team focused on tech investing within the DACH region.


• An opportunity to actively evaluate, manage, and source potential technology investment opportunities as an integral part of the team (which will include interacting directly with senior deal team members and management teams)


This role is a part-time opportunity (20 hours per week) for 6 months.,
• Industry/thematic research and competitive analysis


• Sourcing, prospecting, and diligence support via quantitative and qualitative analysis


• Financial analysis, valuation, and modelling


• Support on the execution of live transactions, working as part of the existing team


• Drafting of memoranda for internal and external use
  
  Fluency (both spoken and written) in German and English language are a requirement for this position.


Education & Certificates

• Exceptional record of achievement in academic and other settings


• Degree from a top academic institution


Professional Experience

• 2-3 years of relevant work experience in top investment banking, strategy consulting, private/growth equity or relevant asset management (incl. VC, HF, and private credit)


• Advanced proficiency with accounting and finance is highly desirable. High level of competence with respect to analysis, due diligence, and financial modelling preferred


• Excellent Microsoft Office skills (i.e., PowerPoint and Excel)


Competencies & Attributes

• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills


• Self-starter with ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work both independently and within teams


• Exceptional work ethic and sense of urgency; willing to go the extra mile


• Strong intellectual curiosity with willingness and ability to learn quickly


• Passionate about joining and contributing to a highly collaborative team


• Comfortable in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment


• Any demonstrated interest in technology (e.g. personal interests, engineering degree, tech investing experience, working with TMT clients in consulting or banking). Knowledge of B2B/enterprise software and/or other higher growth technology areas would be considered a plus
  
  The Carlyle Group (NASDAQ: CG) is a global investment firm with $426 billion of assets under management and more than half of the AUM managed by women, across 586 investment vehicles as of December 31, 2023. Founded in 1987 in Washington, DC, Carlyle has grown into one of the world's largest and most successful investment firms, with more than 2,200 professionals operating in 28 offices in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia. Carlyle places an emphasis on development, retention and inclusion as supported by our internal processes and seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Carlyle's purpose is to invest wisely and create value on behalf of its investors, which range from public and private pension funds to wealthy individuals and families to sovereign wealth funds, unions and corporations. Carlyle invests across three segments - Global Private Equity, Global Credit and Investment Solutions - and has expertise in various industries,

including: aerospace, defense & government services, consumer & retail, energy, financial services, healthcare, industrial, real estate, technology & business services, telecommunications & media and transportation.

At Carlyle, we know that diverse teams perform better, so we seek to create a community where we continually exchange insights, embrace different perspectives and leverage diversity as a competitive advantage. That is why we are committed to growing and cultivating teams that include people with a variety of perspectives, people who provide unique lenses through which to view potential deals, support and run our business.

Details of Internship
Commitment: 20 hours per week, mixture of remote working and London office.
Term: min. 6 months from start date
Visa: Right to work in the UK
Interviews: Rolling/commencing in September 2024
Remunerated internship
Due to the high volume of candidates, please be advised that only candidates selected to interview will be contacted by The Carlyle Group.