MBA Intern, Portfolio Operations at Providence… · US NY…

Summary: Providence Equity Partners L.L.C. is a leading middle-market private equity firm focused on media, communications, and education. The MBA Intern in Portfolio Operations will support value creation initiatives, development of Responsible Investment strategies, and manage relationships with portfolio company executives. Responsibilities: - Partnering with portfolio company management teams to support value creation initiatives, including growth, transformation, and integration-related priorities - Supporting the development and execution of the firm’s Responsible Investment strategy, including portfolio company and firmwide engagement, reporting, third-party management, and implementation of new initiatives - Advancing the firm’s executive talent strategy, including maintaining tracking tools, databases, and dashboards related to executive networks, search processes, and assessments; evaluating emerging AI-enabled talent tools to drive productivity and insights; and managing third-party and advisor relationships - Supporting the portfolio review process, including identifying opportunities to leverage AI tools to enhance performance monitoring and generate portfolio-wide insights - Managing the portfolio-wide executive council network, including planning and coordinating recurring discussions among functional leaders - Building and maintaining strong relationships with portfolio company executives and investment team members to support execution of key initiatives - In addition to the outlined responsibilities, you will be expected to handle ad hoc requests as they arise. This job description is not exhaustive and may not encompass all aspects of the role, as the needs of the business are continually evolving. Flexibility and adaptability are essential for success in this dynamic position Required Qualifications: - Demonstrated ability to work effectively across teams, actively contribute ideas, and build strong, trust‑based relationships to achieve shared goals and drive collective success - Proven track record of taking accountability for outcomes, following through on commitments, and acting with honesty, transparency, and ethical judgment in all situations - Commitment to fostering a positive, engaging workplace culture by supporting colleagues, contributing to a sense of belonging, and modeling behaviors that reflect and strengthen our organizational values - Ability to work respectfully with individuals of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, demonstrating empathy, fairness, and a commitment to inclusive practices in everyday interactions and decision‑making - Current MBA candidate or recent MBA graduate - Prior experience in management consulting and/or in an operating role at a high-growth company - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to structure ambiguous problems and drive to actionable insights - Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment - Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders - Interest in private equity and value creation, with a desire to work closely with portfolio company management teams Required Skills: MBA, Management consulting, Analytical skills Important Skills: Private equity interest Nice-to-Have Skills: Cultural engagement, Diversity awareness Benefits: Discretionary performance bonus, Best-in-class health and wellness coverage, Retirement savings programs, Income protection, Flexible time off, And more