Our 2025 Summer Internship Program for Analysts strives to provide you with a dynamic, comprehensive experience, exposing you to a number of critical components which builds the foundation for Junior Capital & Private Equity. Over the 10-week summer internship, you will work closely with the team to gain exposure to Business Diligence, Underwriting Memos, Cash Flow Modeling, Deal Closing and Portfolio Management. In addition, at the end of your internship program you will complete your own Underwriting Memo and present your diligence findings and investment recommendation to other members of the firm. 

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis to underwrite investment opportunities across junior capital, equity co-investment, and primary funds.

Assist in the preparation of internal memoranda and other materials used to support investment recommendations and to communicate with internal constituents.

Assist with monitoring the performance of existing portfolio investments.

Participate in due diligence meetings with sponsors and portfolio company executives.

Preferred candidate will be a rising Senior (Class of 2026) expected to graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Computational Finance, Economics, Accounting or other quantitively focused curriculum

Strong attention to detail; careful review of facts and figures, quick to identify errors, ensure consistency of information

Superior Excel and financial modeling skills, with demonstrated ability to express complex ideas in a clear and concise manner

Knowledge of the middle market levered lending market, customers and competitors strongly preferred

Outstanding interpersonal and written communication skills, with the ability to synthesize and convey complex business and marketing concepts, effective and strong active listening skills 

Proven track record of success collaborating in a fast-paced, results driven team environment

Demonstrated leadership skills with an ability to negotiate, influence and gain credibility

Innovative and creative thinker; ability to make connections among previously unrelated notions, ability to project how potential ideas may play out 

Educational Requirements

High School Diploma Required

Work Experience

No Experience Required

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Career Level
2IC

Related Skills

Accountability, Adaptability, Business Acumen, Collaboration, Communication, Consultative Communication, Data Analysis, Influence, Market/Industry Dynamics, Problem Solving, Relationship Management

Anticipated Posting End Date:

2025-05-01

Base Pay Range: $18.75/hr. - $27.40/hr.

Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location.  In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary incentive programs, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans). 

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Company Overview

Nuveen, the investment manager of TIAA, offers a comprehensive range of outcome-focused investment solutions designed to secure the long-term financial goals of institutional and individual investors. Its affiliates offer deep expertise across a comprehensive range of traditional and alternative investments through a wide array of vehicles and customized strategies. For more information about the firm please visit our website at www.Nuveen.com

Benefits and Total Rewards

The organization is committed to making financial well-being possible for its clients, and is equally committed to the well-being of our associates. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to make a positive difference in the lives of our associates and their loved ones. Our benefits include a superior retirement program and highly competitive health, wellness and work life offerings that can help you achieve and maintain your best possible physical, emotional and financial well-being. To learn more about your benefits, please review our Benefits Summary.

Equal Opportunity

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