Empresa:

APEX

Descrição da Função

Venture Capital Intern - Summer 2026 Location: Lisbon Team: Investment

1. The Opportunity

At APEX, we invest in people who take ownership, perform at a high level, and want to grow fast.

In this role, you will play a meaningful, integral part in supporting our Venture Capital investment process, with real responsibility from day one. Your work will directly contribute to investment decisions and portfolio company analysis, and you'll be trusted to own outputs end-to-end.

This is a strong fit if you thrive in high-expectation environments, value autonomy, and want your performance to genuinely shape your progression.

2. What You'll Do

You will be expected to contribute across the full investment process:

• Research prospective investment opportunities across the sports, media, and entertainment ecosystem
• Support the preparation of investment memoranda and presentation materials for internal review
• Contribute to due diligence processes, including commercial, competitive, and strategic analysis on target companies
• Maintain and update pipeline tracking with discipline and attention to detail
• Identify relevant market trends and surface insights that inform investment thesis development
• Work directly with senior members of the Venture Capital team on live deal processes

3. Role Requirements

Must-Have Qualifications and Skills

• Penultimate or final year undergraduate student in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field
• Demonstrated interest in venture capital, private equity, or early-stage investing, evidenced through coursework, projects, or extracurricular activity
• Strong written communication skills in English, with the ability to produce clear, structured analysis
• Proven ability to conduct rigorous research and translate findings into concise, high-quality documents
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple workstreams under time pressure
• Clear passion for sport and genuine curiosity about the sports investment landscape

Bonus Qualifications

• Prior internship or project experience in finance, consulting, or a high-growth environment
• Familiarity with the sports, media, or entertainment sectors

4. About APEX: How We Work

APEX is the leading European sports investment firm. We invest across venture capital and private equity, with deep athlete DNA at our core, partnering with leagues, teams, and founders to drive long-term value creation.

Backed by a diverse LP base spanning world-class athletes, family offices, and institutional investors, APEX combines financial discipline with insider access to help shape the future of sport, media, and entertainment.

APEX is a high-performance, ownership-driven environment. Our culture is intentional and underpins how we hire, work, and grow.

What We Expect from Everyone at APEX

• Ownership: We take responsibility for outcomes, act proactively, and own work end-to-end
• Performance: We operate with rigor, urgency, and high standards; results matter
• Communication: We communicate clearly, early, and professionally, internally and externally
• Accountability: We follow through on commitments and address issues directly
• Growth Mindset: We seek feedback, learn fast, and continuously raise the bar
• One Team: We collaborate openly and win together

5. Logistics

Contract type: Internship

Location: Lisbon, hybrid

Duration: 2-3 months

6. Our Commitment to Inclusion

APEX is an equal opportunity employer.

We believe diverse perspectives make teams stronger and decisions better. We assess candidates based on skills, potential, and values alignment, regardless of background.

7. Next Steps

Apply via the link below by submitting your CV.

Our recruitment process is structured, transparent, and respectful of candidates' time.

Observações

Lisboa (Portugal)