MBA Investment Internship

The Friedkin Group•Houston, TX

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Friedkin Frontier Technologies (FFT), the growth-stage investment arm of The Friedkin Group, invests in founders building in advanced manufacturing, physical AI, and robotics across aerospace, defense, transportation, and mobility. FFT typically invests at Series B and supports founders through commercial expertise and access to the U.S. industrial ecosystem. The team has offices in Austin and London. The MBA Investment Intern will support FFT’s investment team in Austin by screening opportunities, conducting investment diligence, monitoring portfolio companies, researching relevant markets, and representing the company at industry events. The internship starts in May 2027 and lasts at least eight weeks, with the possibility of extending through the fall. There is potential to join earlier on a part-time basis.

Requirements

Be a full-time student enrolled at an accredited college or university and pursuing an MBA.
Have a strong understanding of the venture capital industry, fund mechanics, and investment analysis.
Demonstrate experience in financial modeling and analysis, and proficiency with financial software.
Demonstrate the ability to manage complex projects and multiple tasks with excellent attention to detail.
Be able to excel in a fast-paced environment with complex, shifting work and some ambiguity.
Demonstrate independence, hard work, and the ability to master functions end-to-end.
Show genuine interest in investing and the ability to think in second-order terms.
Be resilient, willing to take on any task, and ready to roll up your sleeves.
Have exceptionally strong attention to detail and clear, concise verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrate integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.
Be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in management consulting, investment banking, investment management, venture capital, or private equity, as well as experience as an operator.
A demonstrable venture capital network, including access to investors, founders, and experts aligned with the company’s investment themes.

Responsibilities

Screen companies and evaluate investment opportunities; draft and present internal proposals explaining why a company merits pursuit and why it could be a great investment rather than merely a good one.
Support due diligence on prospective new and follow-on investments, including financials, key metrics, growth opportunities, market sizing, competitive positioning, and returns modeling.
Defend investment cases at investment committee with conviction, supported by primary research and references from the candidate’s network.
Monitor existing fund and direct investments and prepare summaries for U.S. and European teams.
Develop analytical perspectives on markets and opportunities across the company’s investment thesis areas and research economic trends.
Develop and conduct research into an investment thesis aligned with the company’s themes.
Attend relevant conferences and industry events as a company representative.
Provide ad hoc assistance to the team and portfolio companies as required.