Job Description
Job Summary
Vista Equity Partners is looking for individuals to join a highly selective summer program at a dynamic, industry-leading private equity firm. The 10-week, paid internship program is an opportunity to expand your knowledge of the software and the private equity industries while gaining exposure to Vista’s disciplined investment philosophy and best practices in portfolio company management. Vista’s emphasis on training and our history of hiring and promoting from within make the Internship Program a truly unique opportunity.
Our 2026 Summer program will be based in our Chicago, IL office. The program starts with two weeks of intensive training led by deal team members, followed by 8 weeks of true “on-the-desk” experience as part of the private equity team. After a successful summer, full-time opportunities will be available in either Austin, TX, San Francisco, CA, or Chicago, IL
Application Process
For full consideration in the process, we ask that you submit your application and complete an online cognitive assessment by Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 5:00pm CT . Upon submission of your application, you will automatically receive a link to the online assessment that must be completed by the deadline.
Responsibilities
- Due diligence and deal execution: work with deal teams to evaluate potential investment opportunities through industry research, data analysis, and the review of financial and business information, and support in the execution of live deals
- Portfolio company management: assist in the reporting, oversight, and operations of existing portfolio companies while implementing Vista’s best practices (e.g. organizational structure optimization, sales execution, financial valuations, etc.)
- Firm operations and strategy: support cross-departmental strategic initiatives and capital raising; research and identify new investing opportunities to refine Vista’s software aperture
Qualifications
- Current students enrolled in an undergraduate program, graduating between Winter 2026 – Spring 2027
- Demonstrated track record of academic success and/or professional pursuits
- High degree of personal and professional maturity
- Demonstrated ability to internalize feedback and improve through coaching and training
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Self-motivated with a high degree of initiative
- Exceptional work ethic and a deep sense of accountability
- Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
- Interest in financial markets and technology industry sectors and trends
Job Tags
Full time, Internship, Summer internship,