What are some of the top shops (culture, wlb, comp) for summer 2026 in the growth equity and mm/umm private equity? Interested in tech (open to other industries) and don't mind location.
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some insights into top shops for summer 2026 roles in growth equity and middle market (MM) / upper middle market (UMM) private equity, focusing on culture, work-life balance (WLB), and compensation:
Growth Equity Shops:
Middle Market / Upper Middle Market PE Shops:
Key Insights:
Compensation:
Professional Growth Opportunities:
Location:
For more detailed insights, you might want to explore specific threads and discussions on WSO related to these firms and roles.
Sources: Middle Market Growth Equity Shops - any clarity?, UMM PE shops specific culture and lifestyle, Comp at Growth Equity Shops, Q&A 2.0: 3rd Year BA/A/AC At MBB Going To UMM/MF This Summer, List of all Buyout UMM/MF PE Shops in NYC
Because positions are so few, I’d rather just provide a list of as many I can think of (outside of Bx & KKR given they’re MF).
Altamont, Audax, Silvermith, Lead Edge, GTCR, Monomoy, Stone Point, AccelKKR, Accel, GA, Charlesbank, BainCap, Alpine, Arcline, Apax, Level Equity, Sixth Street, Vista, Stellex, Volition, Bessemer (full time only iirc). Also Insight Partners.
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