About Keensight Capital
Keensight Capital (“Keensight”), one of the leading European Growth Buyout firms, is committed to supporting entrepreneurs as they implement their growth strategies. With over 25 years of experience and more than €8bn of assets under management, Keensight Capital’s team of seasoned professionals leverages its differentiated private equity experience to invest in profitable, fast-growing companies generating revenues ranging from €10 million to €400 million. Drawing on its expertise in the Technology and Healthcare sectors, Keensight identifies leading investment opportunities in Europe and works closely with management teams, providing capital, strategic guidance and operational support. Keensight’s portfolio companies operate in more than 90 countries worldwide, and the firm has offices in Paris, London, Boston and Singapore.
As part of its continued growth, Keensight is offering a six-month, full-time, end-of-studies internship within its Finance team, based in Paris, starting in January 2027.
Role overview
This internship offers hands-on exposure to the financial operations of a private equity platform, including fund management, reporting and investor-related processes. You will work with the Finance team and gain visibility into the core strategic and operational aspects of fund management.
Key responsibilities
- Monitoring transactions related to fund assets, liabilities and investment vehicles;
- Assisting in the preparation of capital calls and distributions;
- Supporting the management of share transfers;
- Administering and improving fund management systems and tools;
- Tracking fund performance and updating internal dashboards;
- Reviewing the accounting records and financial statements of funds and investment vehicles;
- Contributing to the preparation of quarterly investor reporting;
- Supporting KYC (Know Your Client) processes for investors and investments.
These responsibilities may evolve depending on the team’s priorities and the intern’s performance.
Profile and requirements
- Final-year student pursuing a Master’s degree, MSc or Grande École programme in Finance, Accounting, Business or a related field;
- Seeking a six-month end-of-studies internship starting in January 2027;
- Previous internship experience in one of the following areas would be a strong advantage:
- Private equity or asset management, within a finance or middle-office team;
- Audit, ideally within a Big Four firm or equivalent;
- Financial services or a similar environment;
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail;
- Fluent English at a professional level; international exposure would be a plus;
- Highly organized, reliable and proactive;
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively;
- Team-oriented, with a positive and professional attitude.
For more information about Keensight Capital: https://www.keensight.com/
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