Lighthouse Equity Partners (LEP) invites you to explore our Deal Sourcing internship opportunity for Summer 2026.
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter highlighting their interest in the role, their expected availability, and their resume to internship@lighthouseequitypartners.com.
Deal Sourcing Internship.
We are seeking Deal Sourcing Interns to join our Deal Sourcing Team for Summer 2026, with the potential for successful candidates to extend their tenure on a part-time or full-time basis into the Fall and beyond. This is a remote position open to candidates based in the United States.
This role is open to current undergraduate students who will be rising Juniors or Seniors in Fall 2026, as well as first-year graduate students. We are not considering students in their final year of study, whether undergraduate or graduate. Candidates must be located in the United States for the duration of the internship, as we are unable to accommodate international time zones.
The deal team’s goal is to source and evaluate deal opportunities that will ultimately lead to acquisition(s). The successful intern will augment all aspects of our deal funnel, from thesis ideation and refinement to deal sourcing, evaluation, and diligence, and use AI and related technology in the process.
This internship is a great opportunity for students interested in consulting, investment banking, or private equity post-graduation to get real, hands-on experience with extensive mentorship and development.
Responsibilities.
- Thesis Generation and Refinement
- Identify growth sectors and analyze competitors to pinpoint investment opportunities.
- Craft investment theses based on analysis and refine them with team feedback and industry insights.
- Re-calibrate deal sourcing strategies based on thesis refinement.
- Deal Pipeline Development
- Develop and implement outreach strategies to establish connections with business owners.
- Build lists of businesses that align with LEP’s criteria using various databases, tools, and methodologies.
- Create and manage snail mail and email campaigns to engage business owners.
- Refine industry theses based on interactions with business owners.
- Work with intermediaries to identify deals that meet LEP’s criteria.
- Business Diligence:
- Build and apply due diligence frameworks to company and financial statements from business owners and intermediaries.
- Identify and analyze key business risks, questions, and opportunities; make recommendations to inform decisions and the path forward.
Qualifications.
- Grit, reliability, and coachability. Your track record of getting things done matters more to us than where you went to school.
- Fully available and committed for the duration of the summer internship with minimal planned absences.
- Comfort with AI tools, Python, or other data and automation skills is a strong plus and increasingly central to how our team operates.
- Enthusiasm for Private Equity, Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition, Search Funds, private market investing, investment banking, and mergers and acquisitions.
- A personal ethos that resonates with integrity, transparency, humility, and a commitment to continuous self-improvement.
- Ability to think independently, critically, and creatively to find solutions to complex challenges.
- A high level of self-motivation, resilience to persist through challenges, and wisdom to seek guidance when needed.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of articulating ideas clearly and engaging effectively with team members.
- Located in the United States for the duration of the internship, as we are unable to accommodate international time zones.
Why Join Us.
- A $35,000 finder’s fee for any company sourced by the intern that is subsequently acquired by LEP.
- Gain hands-on experience. Tackle real-world challenges, work on critical projects, and contribute to our mission from day one.
- Mentorship and learning: Benefit from the guidance of industry experts, gain valuable insights, and expand your skillset in a dynamic environment.
- Connect with professionals in the broader Private Equity community, building relationships that last beyond your internship.
Hours and Availability.
- June 1 – August 15 (approximate).
- 5 days per week, 4 hours per day.
- Employment is at will and may be terminated by either party at any time.