Research Intern (Graduate Students: Life Sciences/Therapeutics) - Summer 2024

About Sands Capital:
We are an active, long-term investor in leading innovative businesses globally. Our approach combines analytical rigor and creative thinking to identify high-quality growth businesses that are creating the future. Through an integrated investment platform spanning venture capital, growth equity and public equity, we provide growth capital solutions to institutions and fund sponsors in more than 40 countries (detailed on our website www.sandscapital.com ).
About the Research Intern Role:
Sands Capital is seeking a motivated, graduate-level Research Intern who will focus on investments in Life Sciences/Healthcare, with emphasis on therapeutics businesses in the private markets. As a Research Intern, you will have the opportunity to help conduct research on new and existing investment opportunities across both developed and emerging markets.
Our internship program serves to identify motivated and talented Graduate Students who will gain relevant skills and knowledge through the internship. The internship program will begin on June 3, 2024 and end on August 9, 2024. This role is expected to work from our Arlington, VA office on a hybrid schedule at a minimum of two days per week in office or as directed by your manager, depending on team needs. Please know that the hybrid schedule is subject to change, as directed by our Executive Management Team, at any time.
Position Responsibilities:
Coordinate research activities with your managing analyst, including but not limited to:

• Conducting discrete research projects to analyze company or market fundamentals (i.e., business models, growth drivers, market size, competitive advantage, industry trends, key competitors/risks, financial strength, and fit with Sands Capital's six investment criteria);
• Completing research on current holdings (i.e., earnings notes, model updates, expert calls, company or analyst meetings, news updates, etc.;
• Building company-focused financial models and projections;
• Performing other administrative or professional responsibilities, as needed; and
• Exhibiting behaviors consistent with Sands Capital's Mission, Values, and culture.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Graduate students working towards a M.S., M.D., Ph.D. degree in Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Science, Finance, Economics, or other relevant major (M.D. or Ph.D. preferred);
• A genuine and demonstrable interest in business analysis and investment research; specific aptitude for molecular biology, biotechnology, chemistry, and/or statistics;
• Superior modeling/Excel skills;
• Familiarity with basic and intermediate accounting;
• Superior verbal and written communication skills; and
• Exceptional work ethic and ability to complete assignments on time with limited supervision.

Required Behavioral Characteristics:

• Having impeccable integrity;
• Exhibiting superior client service skills (to include both internal and external clients);
• Exhibiting strong interpersonal skills;
• Demonstrating a strong work ethic in a fast-paced, professional environment;
• Operating with a high degree of initiative, self-discipline, and motivation;
• Working effectively both independently and as part of a team;
• Assuming the best of others; and
• Being motivated by a job well-done.

Sands Capital's Values: Identified below are Values the firm holds in high regard and believes are critical for high-performing individuals and teams at Sands Capital:

• Integrity & Trust: Do what is right, not what is popular. Deliver on commitments.
• Client-Centered: Always act in the best interests of our clients.
• Commitment to Excellence: Strive to learn and improve. Implement best practices.
• Focus: Identify and concentrate on "what matters"
• Long-Term Perspective: Appreciate that time allows sound decisions to demonstrate their worth. Avoid short-term thinking
• Independent Thinking: Have the courage to develop and articulate your own convictions. Debate others openly and honestly
• Teamwork: Collaborate to gather facts, develop perspective, build conviction, and support timely decision-making
• Positive "Can-Do" Attitude: Demonstrate a willingness to tackle any task
• Graciousness: Reflect kindness and courtesy at all times
• Balance: Enjoy your work while balancing professional activities with interests beyond the firm
• Meritocracy: Know that talent and achievement will drive your success at Sands Capital

Sands Capital is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and staff members. For our staff members, equal opportunity includes access to the benefits and privileges that the firm provides to staff members generally. We appreciate the value diversity brings to Sands Capital and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff members.
We evaluate and select qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Discrimination of this kind is also strictly prohibited by a variety of federal, state, and local laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
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We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to pregnant individuals, individuals with disabilities, and/or individuals needing accommodation for sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to emiller@sandscap.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.