2024 Real Estate Equity Intern in Frankfurt am Main bei Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. With offices in over 20 cities across 16 countries and 4 continents, KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life, and reinsurance products under the management of The Global Atlantic Financial Group.

As a firm we manage investments across multiple asset classes and as individuals we are encouraged to think creatively to solve problems, explore opportunities, take on new responsibilities and challenges, put our clients first and contribute to our communities. We often measure success over years, not quarters. We value integrity in all that we do, whether it’s presenting numbers accurately or being open and honest with a portfolio company executive. People want to do business with those they like and trust. It’s a mantra instilled in all of us from the top down.

At KKR, we believe that diverse teams increase performance and produce better results. Teams consisting of employees with varied backgrounds and perspectives will help strengthen our Firm and our investment decisions. Therefore, in an effort to enhance the diversity of our organization, we are particularly focused on recruiting talent that will bring different experiences, capabilities, skills and viewpoints to our organization.

KKR Real Estate Overview:

Real Estate has been a part of the firm’s strategy since 1981 when we first began pursuing real estate opportunities through our private equity strategy. In 2011, we made a decision to form a dedicated real estate platform. As of June 30, 2023, our team consists of 150+ dedicated investment and asset management professionals across 11 countries, with more than ~$64 billion of assets under management.

Role Summary:

Real Estate is looking for a motivated Intern to join the team in Frankfurt for six months. An Internship with KKR will provide an excellent real estate private equity experience and outstanding learning opportunities. It will also provide great access to liaise with teams throughout KKR, senior management of companies and other external market participants (e.g. bankers, advisers, brokers, and other buyside investors).

Role and Responsibilities:

The role will be varied, challenging and highly rewarding. Typical day to day responsibilities will involve the following:

• Excel modelling

• Drafting of memoranda for internal and external use

• Market research

• Development of presentations

• Performing various analyses to assist in making investment decisions

• Real estate and public company valuation analysis

• Assisting with due diligence and execution of transactions

• Working alongside portfolio companies and operating partners

Selection Criteria / Required Skills:

• Strong academic track record

• Demonstrable interest in Real Estate

• Prior experience in investment role is preferred

• Strong financial modelling skills

• Positive and eager attitude with a willingness and curiosity to learn

• Ability to learn quickly, take initiative and demonstrate proactivity in approach to work

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and German

• Strong interpersonal skills with capacity to interact with all levels

• Dedicated team player with a strong sense of ownership

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging work environment making time management and work prioritization essential skills

Internship Start Date: January 2024 - June 2024 or July 2024 - December 2024

Internship Duration: 6 months

Job Location: KKR Frankfurt Office

Application Process: CV (one-page) and cover letter (one-page) are required. The cover letter s