Summer Intern Program

Nora

“I have enjoyed working with the most supportive and resourceful individuals. The aspect that I have found most rewarding is their willingness to offer guidance, support, and engage in meaningful conversations with me. This invaluable support has greatly contributed to my professional growth and has enhanced my overall career development.”

TEAM
Primary Investments
SCHOOL
University of Michigan

Yomna

“I’m thoroughly enjoying my time at Adams Street. I have learned many valuable skills by collaborating with different teams on various projects. An aspect that I appreciate the most is the supportive culture of the firm. Through an encouraging and growth-driven environment, I’ve gained confidence both professionally and personally.”

TEAM
IT
SCHOOL
University of Illinois at Chicago

Jailson

“The culture here is absolutely fantastic – a truly inclusive and supportive environment. Titles don’t act as barriers; you can easily engage in meaningful conversations with anyone at any level. I’ve received a great learning experience from the work projects. The team continues to provide the intern class with opportunities to enhance essential market research skills, create engaging presentations and explore financial modeling in depth. I am genuinely excited about the upcoming weeks of this internship and enriching experiences it has in store for us.”

TEAM
Secondary Investments
SCHOOL
UMass Amherst

Simone

“Every member of Adams Street’s team reflects the firm’s reputation for kindness, competence, and humility. I have really enjoyed working on the Secondaries Team and have learned more than I could have imagined in my first half of the internship. I couldn’t recommend the experience more!”

TEAM
Secondary Investments
SCHOOL
University of Chicago

Jesus

“I have enjoyed getting to know and work with all the individuals at Adams Street. Everyone across different teams and levels of seniority has been extremely welcoming and open to helping me have the best experience this summer!”

TEAM
Primary Investments
SCHOOL
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

Rasheeda

“I’ve enjoyed the supportive environment and appreciated the encouragement to ask questions. I have been able to learn a lot from the IT department by working with different teams across multiple projects. It has been clear to me that Adams Street wants to see its interns grow and make the most out of this summer!”
TEAM
IT
SCHOOL
University of Illinois at Chicago

Shivali

“This learning opportunity has been invaluable. The collaborative nature of Adams Street allows understanding of so much in the finance world. The people are incredibly kind and working in a global team for projects has been amazing. Being witness to the deal process is an added bonus!”

TEAM
Secondary Investments
SCHOOL
University of Bristol

Matthew M.

“Everyone in the office made an effort to introduce themselves when I started and my team has made a big effort to get me involved in all aspects of the deal process whilst on my internship.”

TEAM
Primary Investments
SCHOOL
University of St. Andrews

Sidart

“The flat organizational structure has allowed me to have meaningful interactions with the entire team from partner to analyst, and receive valuable mentorship from each of them.”

TEAM
Co-Investments
SCHOOL
New York University

Bear

“My favorite part of the internship is meeting new people within the firm because everyone is more than open to take the time to get to know me and teach me about what they do.”

TEAM
Product Strategy
SCHOOL
Johns Hopkins University

Tommy

“I loved the collaborative environment that was in place. This made the transition into the role seamless because everyone made me feel like a part of the team when I walked through the door for the first time. The amount of people who went out of their way to introduce themselves and talk with me made me realize how connected everyone is at the firm.”

TEAM
Private Credit
SCHOOL
University of Michigan

Matthew T.

“Coming into this summer internship program on the Growth Equity Team, I didn’t have much of an idea of what to expect. This was my first experience working in private markets investing. I was surrounded by a wonderful and supportive team who walked me through what their day-to-day lives entail. I met some incredible associates and partners who were not hesitant to share their experience and give useful advice for me as I navigate my time as an undergraduate.”

TEAM
Growth Equity
SCHOOL
Stanford University

Aidan

“I have really enjoyed the opportunity to learn from an incredible group of investment professionals and getting to experience the synergies that occur across the different strategies.”

TEAM
Growth Equity
SCHOOL
Vanderbilt University

Laura

“I met incredible people who were very welcoming, and eager to show us what the venture capital field is all about. For me, it was my first time having an internship, after completing my first year of college, and so being assigned a project gave me an understanding of the type of research that is completed in the VC field.”

TEAM
Growth Equity
SCHOOL
Stanford University

Molly

“I’ve enjoyed the opportunity to work on a variety of deals and present to the investment committee. Everyone on the team has been so helpful throughout this experience, and I’ve enjoyed learning more about private credit and Adams Street.”

TEAM
Private Credit
SCHOOL
Northwestern University