Recruitment began on October 28, 2024 and the job listing expires on January 31, 2025.
Internship Exploring General Business & Beyond
We are an active, long-term investor in leading innovative businesses globally. Our approach combines analytical rigor and creative thinking to identify high-quality growth businesses that are creating the future. Through an integrated investment platform spanning venture capital, growth equity and public equity, we provide growth capital solutions to institutions and fund sponsors in more than 40 countries.
About the Global Ventures Intern Role:
The Global Ventures (“GV”) strategy at Sands Capital invests in early-stage startups (Seed through Series B) within dynamic, high-growth markets including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital health. This internship position will support the GV investment team across all aspects of the venture investing process. Responsibilities include thesis development, market research, identification of potential investment opportunities, and investment due diligence. This individual will be expected to be a self-starter with a deep interest in technology, startups, and venture capital.
Our internship program serves to identify motivated and talented graduate-level students who will gain relevant skills and knowledge through the internship. The 2025 summer internship program will run from June 2 to August 8.
This role is expected to work from our Arlington, Virginia office (HQ) on a hybrid schedule at a minimum of four days per week in-office (specifically including Tuesdays and Wednesdays) or as directed by your manager, depending on the role and team needs. Please know that the hybrid schedule is subject to change, as directed by our Executive Management Team, at any time.
Position Responsibilities:
* Developing an understanding of GV’s core focus areas (Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Health) through industry resources including blogs, articles, podcasts, webinars, and industry reports;
* Sourcing potential investment opportunities that fall within the GV sector and stage focus;
* Providing diligence support to the GV Investment Team on active investment opportunities, including reviewing pitch decks, attending calls with industry experts, conducting market sizing analysis, and reviewing financial models/projections;
* Developing an investment thesis during the internship on a topic/subject related to our industry focus areas;
* Performing other position responsibilities, as needed; and
* Exhibiting behaviors consistent with Sands Capital’s Mission, Values, and culture.
Position Qualifications:
* Graduate-level students interested in private markets (MBA preferred);
* Demonstrated interest in venture capital and emerging technology trends;
* A genuine and demonstrable interest in business analysis and investment research;
* Proficiency in financial statement analysis;
* Superior verbal and written communication skills;
* Exceptional work ethic and ability to complete assignments on time with limited supervision;
* Self-starter and someone who operates well in a fast-moving, dynamic environment;
* Ability to work collaboratively and effectively as part of a team, while also being able to work independently with a high degree of efficiency and accuracy.
Required Behavioral Characteristics:
* Having impeccable integrity;
* Exhibiting superior client service skills (to include both internal and external clients);
* Exhibiting strong interpersonal skills;
* Demonstrating a strong work ethic in a fast-paced, professional environment;
* Operating with a high degree of initiative, self-discipline, and motivation;
* Collaborating effectively as part of a team, while also being able to work independently;
* Assuming the best of others; and
* Being motivated by a job well-done.
Sands Capital’s Values:
* Integrity & Trust: Do what is right, not what is popular. Deliver on commitments.
* Focus: Identify and concentrate on “what matters.”
* Long-Term Perspective: Appreciate that time allows sound decisions to demonstrate their worth. Avoid short-term thinking.
* Independent Thinking: Have the courage to develop and articulate your own convictions. Debate others openly and honestly.
* Teamwork: Collaborate to gather facts, develop perspective, build conviction, and support timely decision-making.
* Positive “Can-Do” Attitude: Demonstrate a willingness to tackle any task.
* Graciousness: Reflect kindness and courtesy at all times.
* Balance: Enjoy your work while balancing professional activities with interests beyond the firm.
* Meritocracy: Know that talent and achievement will drive your success at Sands Capital.
* Client-Centered: Always act in the best interest of our clients.
* Commitment to Excellence: Strive to learn and improve. Implement best practices.
How to Apply:
To be considered, candidates must submit a resume that specifically outlines your qualifications for the position. If you wish to apply for this position, please do so via Sands Capital’s Careers page.
Sands Capital offers competitive compensation and generous benefits for interns who exceed 90 days of employment or otherwise meet the relevant eligibility criteria as determined by Sands Capital’s benefit plan documents. For this role, the hourly rate ranges from $50/hr to $60/hr and will be determined by the candidate’s grade level as well as relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Sands Capital is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and staff members.
We evaluate and select qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to pregnant individuals, individuals with disabilities, and/or individuals needing accommodation for sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to emiller@sandscap.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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