Rocket Internet
Finance | Berlin, GermanyCompany Description
Global Founders Capital (CrunchBase, AngelList) is a $1BN+ globally oriented, stage agnostic Venture Capital fund that empowers gifted entrepreneurs worldwide. With offices in Berlin, Munich, San Francisco, London, Paris, and Beijing, GFC brings a deep understanding of the global markets and an ability to support the international development of companies. Global Founders Capital is a fund ‘by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs’. We’ve had a history of success and the partners in the fund have built/backed over 10 billion dollar companies such as eBay, Linkedin, Facebook, DeliveryHero, Canva and many other successful Internet ventures. GFC is now looking for an associate to support the Berlin team.
Job Description
As a Private Equity Intern (m/f) @Global Founders Capital, you tackle the challenges of identifying new investments opportunities as well as conducting deep analysis and assisting the Senior Vice President of Investments at Rocket. You gain an inside perspective on Internet startups and build up deep functional expertise. Furthermore, you will organize, prepare and participate in meetings with senior executives of private equity firms, investment banks, target companies and, of course, Rocket itself. The following tasks will be part of your new role:
· You source, research and identify investment opportunities
· You support in conducting growth investments and late-stage private equity co-investments
· You compile financial models and perform commercial and financial due diligences
· You draft pitch presentations and handle the communication with external parties
· You assist in the execution of transactions and ad-hoc operations
· You take ownership and work highly independently on various projects
Qualifications
· You have completed/ are completing an outstanding business degree from a top university with a focus on finance and accounting
· You have a proven track record of personal, academic and professional achievements
· You have already completed internships in investment banking, private equity, consulting, and/or start-ups
· You have exceptional analytical skills and a strong attention to detail, as well as a hands-on mentality
· You have good knowledge of Excel
· You enjoy working independently and having lots of responsibility
· You are fluent in English; German is a plus
Additional Information
Rocket powers a global network of companies with unique reach, extensive resources and exceptional people. You’ll be based in Berlin, one of the world’s most exciting and dynamic cities. The Rocket Tower offers you high-end offices, a roof terrace, a free gym as well as free fruits, cereals and drinks. You’ll get access to our exclusive events (Rocket University, Hackathons, Parties...) and unique career opportunities across our network. For top-performers during the internship, we also offer full-time employment after your internship.
ROCKET OWNERSHIP - Our dedicated program for junior talent.
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Rocket Ownership advances the notion of ‘internships’ to meet the exceptional nature of our candidates. We want you to take ownership of assignments that directly impact the success of the company. Benefit from regular feedback and attend exclusive events in order to build an influential network and launch your global career.
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