Sophomore SA26 Internship List

Feel free to comment as I'll add/remove. Not adding Wharton/GPS only type of internships (Scopia, APL, etc.)

Oaktree (most are diverse/nepo)

Farallon (via pitch comp in November)

Abdiel (process alr started)

Houlihan (altho it's generally understood to return for junior SA)

Ducera

Silverlake (typically diversity/friends of firm)

Premira 

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Based on the most helpful WSO content, here's a refined list of sophomore SA26 internships, including some insights:

  1. Oaktree - Primarily targets diversity or nepotism candidates.
  2. Farallon - Accessible through a pitch competition in November.
  3. Abdiel - Recruitment process has already started.
  4. Houlihan Lokey - Generally understood that sophomores return for junior SA roles.
  5. Ducera Partners - Known for offering sophomore opportunities.
  6. Silver Lake - Typically focuses on diversity candidates or those with firm connections.
  7. Permira - Another notable name for sophomore internships.

Feel free to share additional firms or updates, and this list can be expanded or adjusted accordingly!

Sources: Can we get a list going of sophomore summer 2019 programs/internships? (Confused), Prestigious Sophomore Summer Internships, 2019 SA Sophomore Internships Thread, Sophomore IB internships (non-diversity), Sophomore SA Firms (excluding BBs and diversity programs)

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