Private Markets Intern

Meketa Investment Group•Portland, OR

About The Position

The Private Markets Intern will support the Director of Private Markets Client and Partner Strategy in conducting research, analyzing data, and assisting with client deliverables across private equity, private credit, real estate, infrastructure, and other illiquid asset classes. This role provides hands-on exposure to institutional consulting work, manager due diligence, and portfolio analysis within a collaborative and intellectually rigorous environment. Meketa Investment Group is an employee-owned full service investment consulting and advisory firm. We work with some of the nation’s largest and most sophisticated institutional investors including public and private plan sponsors. We have a staff of over 250 employees among our six U.S. office locations and London. Meketa recognizes that our workforce is a reflection of our company, and we operate in an inclusive environment that accepts and promotes diversity. We believe our employees can best serve our clients in an atmosphere where individuals are treated fairly, where professional growth is developed and encouraged, and where a healthy balance between work and home life is respected and preserved. To support employees, Meketa offers a competitive compensation structure, a wide range of benefits from core insurance benefits to time-based benefits, as well as flexible schedules and support for continuing education. Meketa is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.

Requirements

Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Mathematics, or a related field.
Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving skills.
High proficiency in Excel, including handling large datasets.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to summarize complex topics concisely.
Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Interest in private markets, institutional investing, and macroeconomic trends.

Nice To Haves

Prior exposure to financial modeling or investment research is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist with quantitative and qualitative due diligence on private markets investment managers.
Analyze fund performance, partnership structures, investment strategies, and market trends.
Help prepare client-ready materials, including reports, presentations, and portfolio updates.
Support the team in reviewing investment memoranda and fundraising documents.
Conduct industry and sector research related to private equity, private credit, real assets, and other private market segments.
Assist with monitoring existing client portfolios, including cash flow analysis and performance attribution.
Update internal databases, track pipeline opportunities, and maintain research files.
Contribute to special projects related to asset allocation, benchmarking, data analytics, and market surveys.