Mba Thesis Intern

Summary

Join Bertram Capital, a private equity firm, as an MBA Intern to support investment thesis development. This role involves leading or co-leading a sub-sector thesis project within consumer, business services, or industrial markets. You will engage with internal and external resources, conduct market research, and translate findings into presentations and recommendations. The internship also offers ad hoc support on live deals or diligence efforts aligned with the thesis focus. The ideal candidate possesses a strong strategic mindset, prior consulting experience, and exceptional communication skills. Compensation is expected to be $30,000.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a top-tier MBA program
• Undergraduate degree from a reputable academic institution
• 2–3+ years of prior experience in management consulting, ideally with exposure to private equity clients
• Demonstrated strength in strategic thinking, market research, and structured problem-solving
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive, self-directed, and comfortable working independently

Responsibilities

• Lead or support the creation of a well-researched, actionable investment thesis within a defined sub-sector of consumer, business services, or industrial markets
• Engage with internal team members, subject matter experts, and third-party resources to refine thesis insights
• Conduct market mapping, industry trend analysis, and competitive landscaping to identify compelling investment themes
• Translate findings into high-quality presentations and strategic recommendations
• Contribute to sourcing initiatives or platform development strategies connected to the thesis area
• Provide ad hoc support on investment opportunities only when directly relevant to the intern’s thesis work