Private Equity Summer Analyst (2027)

Private Equity Summer Analyst (2027)

Company Overview

Orion Group is a private equity-backed investment company focused on growing field services businesses. Since inception in 2020, Orion has grown rapidly, investing in over 50 businesses across Commercial HVAC, Facilities Maintenance, and Landscaping. Orion is backed by Alpine Investors, a private equity firm with $17bn in assets under management specializing in middle market services and software companies. Orion’s Executive Chairman helped start Alpine in 2001 and the leadership team brings experience from Alpine, Blackstone, Blackrock, and One Rock Capital. 

Role Description

We are seeking a highly driven and organized critical thinker to join our investing team for the summer of 2027. The Private Equity Summer Analyst will have responsibilities that span the entire deal transaction process and are beyond the scope of traditional entry-level private equity positions, including: financial statement analysis, financial modeling and valuation, investment committee presentations, transaction structuring, Letter of Intent negotiation, accounting, operational and legal due diligence, third party advisor management (lawyers, CPAs, consultants), debt financing, and seller relationship management.

The role is a unique opportunity to gain extensive private equity deal experience and leadership skills in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment. The role begins with in-depth training – working directly with Orion’s senior leadership to develop skills as an investor. Private Equity Summer Analysts are expected to interact directly with sellers from day 1 and rapidly develop into leaders in the transaction process.

Candidate Competencies

• Expected to graduate from a 4-year undergraduate program in Spring 2028 (or Winter 2027).
• Strong interest in private equity, M&A, business, and finance with an analytical mindset and quantitative experience.
• Minimum GPA of 3.7.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proactive leader with the ability to multi-task and work under limited supervision.
• Intellectual curiosity and ability to learn quickly.
• Sound strategic and critical thinking skills.
• Enthusiastic team player with a positive attitude and high integrity.

Location and Compensation

• This role is based in New York City with a start date in June 2027 and an end date in August 2027.
• Monthly salary of $9,500.
• Successful professionals will be offered a return offer for full-time employment and a significant amount of upward mobility through a variety of career paths within Orion.