2027 Private Equity Intern - Paris

COMPANY OVERVIEW

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries. 

KKR PRIVATE EQUITY

With more than $231 billion in assets under management, private equity represents the origin of KKR’s 50-year-long history. Based on experience from hundreds of transactions, we constantly strive to identify great businesses and help them unlock the next stage of development. In doing so, our highest priority is to create value for all stakeholders, including our investors and our company’s employees and customers.

POSITION SUMMARY

A Private Equity Intern in our Paris office will engage in all aspects of the private equity investment process, including: sourcing and evaluating potential investments, presenting opportunities to the broader team, performing due diligence, tracking industry news and implementing value creation opportunities at portfolio companies.

As we generally operate in small teams, interns will play an integral role and obtain significant responsibility from Day 1. As such, the Program is the ideal environment for our Interns to develop a well-rounded investment understanding, supported by a dedicated training and mentorship offering.

The internship will also provide the opportunity to collaborate with the different private equity teams of KKR across Europe and exposure across all business units as well as external market participants (e.g. bankers, advisers).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct commercial, operational, and other analyses to assist in making investment decisions
• Perform financial analysis and modelling to assess valuation of companies
• Assist with execution of transactions
• Drive thematic and industry research
• Draft of decision papers for internal discussions
• Track relevant economic and business news for KKR Paris office
• Work alongside portfolio companies and operating partners

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for highly motivated individuals who combine intellectual curiosity, strong analytical rigor, and close attention to detail with a genuine interest in businesses and investing.

Given the strong autonomy provided to interns, a former experience in Private Equity, Investment Banking or Consulting is strongly preferred.

To be considered for the internship program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or master’s degree student
• Must be fluent in French
• Start date: January 2027
• Duration: 6 months
• Available to work on-site in KKR Paris office
• CV must be in PDF and include expected graduation month/year

KKR is an equal opportunity employer.  Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law.