2026 Private Equity Infrastructure & Real Assets Summer Analyst
NEW YORK, NYPosted a month ago
Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from StepStone Group
Job overview
The 2026 Private Equity Infrastructure & Real Assets Summer Analyst role at StepStone Group offers undergraduates an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in private equity infrastructure investments, contributing to the firm's investment decisions and strategy.
Responsibilities and impact
The Summer Analyst will conduct due diligence, financial modeling, market research, and prepare investment recommendations within infrastructure, agriculture, and natural resources sectors to support the investment team and committee.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers an estimated salary of $95,000, with no specific mention of additional benefits or bonuses in the description.
Experience and skills
Candidates must be undergraduates graduating between December 2026 and June 2027, have a GPA of 3.5 or higher, strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, excellent communication skills, and legal work authorization in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
Career development
StepStone provides mentorship programs and Employment Resource Groups aimed at enhancing employee experience and professional growth within the company.
Work environment and culture
StepStone values its people as its most important asset, promotes an inclusive and empowering environment, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong focus on diversity and inclusion.
Company information
StepStone Group is a global private markets specialist managing over $103 billion in infrastructure and real assets, with expertise across multiple sectors and geographies since 2014.
Team overview
The candidate will join the StepStone Infrastructure and Real Assets (SIRA) team, consisting of over 75 professionals including 12 partners with extensive experience in infrastructure, agriculture, and natural resources.
Unique job features
The role offers exposure to diverse sectors such as transportation, telecommunications, utilities, power, energy, logistics, renewables, social projects, sustainability, and impact investing, providing a comprehensive learning experience in private equity infrastructure investments.
Company overview
StepStone Group is a global private markets investment firm that provides customized investment solutions and advisory services to institutional investors. They generate revenue through management fees, performance fees, and advisory fees from their diverse portfolio, which includes private equity, infrastructure, real estate, and private debt investments. Founded in 2007, StepStone has grown significantly through strategic acquisitions and organic growth, establishing itself as a leader in the private markets industry. Their extensive global network and deep industry expertise enable them to deliver superior investment performance and innovative solutions to their clients.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your analytical skills, financial modeling experience, and familiarity with private equity, infrastructure, and real assets sectors as described in the job description.
Highlight your proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, along with your ability to communicate complex investment ideas clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
Apply through multiple channels including the StepStone Group corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and other reputable job platforms to maximize your application’s reach.
Connect with current employees in the StepStone Infrastructure and Real Assets division on LinkedIn; start conversations by complimenting recent company projects or expressing genuine interest in their work on infrastructure investments or sustainability initiatives.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'due diligence,' 'financial modeling,' 'discounted cash flow,' 'co-investments,' and 'infrastructure investments' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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