Forte Capital Group

Private Equity Intern

March 2023 • New York City, NY

What I liked

The program is expanding past what it was, and getting to be a part of this process is very interesting. You really get to impact the future internship process and programs offered because of how they focus on the issues we face.

What I wish was different

Advice

Reach out to previous interns, reach out to employees and understand that these people have all done the same. Everyone here is an open book and as interns who've had the chance to experience that we will express that ourselves.

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Intern

May 2023 • New York City, NY

What I liked

Something I liked in the internship is being able to not only see how my mentor worked as well as being able to develop professionally. For instance, my mentor helped me develop my pitch more and point out on areas I needed to improve on.

What I wish was different

I wished we got to learn more in different aspects and handle more things.

Advice

Go in and ask other interns how things work and be ready to meet new people.

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Private Equity Intern

June 2023 • New York City, NY

What I liked

The environment in which I was placed into, was very supportive as well as challenging. Throughout the duration of the internship, my mentor often let me listen in on meetings, and teach me different terminologies, I would've never otherwise known about. This experience has allowed me to hone my networking/sourcing skills, as well researching skills, regarding keeping up with clients, day to day.

What I wish was different

Advice

Take the experience seriously, as it is a good opportunity especially for first year students. It's very laid back, however not keeping up with the pace can get to you.

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Private Equity Intern

June 2023 • New York City, NY

What I liked

At Forte Capital Group, I was exposed to the idea of investing into late stage privately held companies before they are publicly traded on the exchange. I also had the opportunity to learn more about IPOs and the advantage of investing in them. I learned a lot about the private equity space, and I'm interested in perusing a career in that field.

What I wish was different

I've had an excellent experience, but I would like to have more hands-on projects.

Advice

One piece of advice would be to come here open-minded and be ready to learn more and enhance your knowledge.

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Private Equity Intern

March 2023 • New York City, NY

What I liked

At Forte I really enjoyed the interactive and hands-on approach to deals and due diligence. It was able to strengthen my knowledge of deal structuring, client outreach, and wealth management.

What I wish was different

I loved my experience! Farrel is a great mentor and someone I recommend to every individual eager to learn more about the Financial Services Industry. I wish there was more wealth management at the beginning of the internship, however, it was still incorporated in the internship.

Advice

One piece of advice is to make a good impression and be open to learn various different aspects in Finance.

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private equity intern

March 2023 • New York City, NY

What I liked

I enjoyed how engaging and optimistic the individuals at Forte Capital Group are. Going on-site gave me a new experience that I never had before and it is interesting to see the ins and out of this sector in the finance industry. Working here allowed me to network where I met many great professionals and I am consistently learning something new everyday.

What I wish was different

Advice

Be a good person, be optimistic, and be ready to meet new people.

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Intern

September - December 2022 • New York City, NY

What I liked

I really liked the welcoming environment at Forte. Being motivated was just as important as being good at what you did. Many of the people at Forte made an effort to interact with the interns.

What I wish was different

Advice

Be prepared to wake up early and commute.

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Private Equity Intern

August 2022 - January 2023 • New York City, NY

What I liked

I had a great experience at Forte Capital. I acquired skills that I could use in the future. I was a bit shy at first but I was able to work on bringing the extroverted side of me on the job in order to get work done.

What I wish was different

I wish we learned much more but it was a great experience overall.

Advice

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Private Equity Intern

March - May 2023 • New York City, NY

What I liked

Being an intern at Forte Capital Group, I learned about portfolio management, insurance, pre-IPO placements, and practiced stock pitches and elevator pitches on a weekly basis. It was overall a great learning experience, and Farrel is an excellent mentor to work with.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Private Equity Intern

March 2023 • New York City, NY

What I liked

I liked seeing active deals between qualified purchasers of securities and account managers, as I was able to learn how to give effective and persuasive pitches as well as develop my technical and interpersonal skills

What I wish was different

Advice

Be open to many different experiences in learning technical skills, how to use LinkedIn, and be willing to learn new topics every week in person.

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Finance intern

May - August 2018 • New York City, NY

What I liked

I really enjoyed the fast paced environment and seeing a stockbroker make deals.

What I wish was different

I wish there was more an intern could do to help. Because of the many tests you need to pass, it was impossible for us to do even the smallest things.