2026 Post Graduate Summer Internship Venture Capital

Development Partners International (DPI) is one of Africas leading international investment firms managing over $3.5 billion in assets. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in London DPI deploys global capital and expertise to unlock the full potential of the continents high-growth high-impact companies. The firm operates across more than 43 African countries and is committed to delivering competitive commercial returns while driving positive social economic and environmental impact. DPI is authorised by the UK FCA and files as an exempt reporting adviser with the US SEC.

In 2025 DPI launched DPI Venture Capital a pioneering platform supporting entrepreneurs from seed to sale across the Middle East and Africa. The platform commenced with advising the Nclude Fund a FinTech and FinTech enabled focused fund and the largest of its kind in Africa. This is a unique opportunity to learn how a VC fund operates from the inside from deal sourcing and due diligence to portfolio management and fund operations.

Tasks

As a Post-Graduate Summer Intern you will join the DPI Venture Capital team and work side by side with our investment and platform professionals on live deal activity portfolio management and fund operations. The programme begins with an intensive two-week training bootcamp (VC Academy) covering core venture capital disciplines including valuations financial modelling due diligence methodology term sheets and other topics. Following the bootcamp you will apply what you have learned by contributing directly to active workstreams: conducting independent research building financial models evaluating startups drafting investment memos and presenting your findings to senior team members.

• Conducting market research on fintech and adjacent sectors across the Middle East and Africa
• Mapping startups founders market trends business models and competitive landscapes
• Supporting deal sourcing and pipeline development
• Preparing company summaries screening notes market maps and internal investment materials
• Assisting with commercial and strategic due diligence on prospective investments
• Analyzing business models growth drivers unit economics and market positioning
• Supporting portfolio and ecosystem-related initiatives where relevant
• Participating in internal discussions around venture themes investment opportunities and sector developments

Requirements

Candidate Profile:

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a Masters degree MBA or equivalent postgraduate programme in Finance Economics Engineering Computer Science Business Administration or a related quantitative discipline
• Professional or academic background in one or more of: investment banking consulting private equity venture capital asset management FinTech startups/entrepreneurship technology or engineering
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills; proficiency in Excel is expected
• Genuine passion for venture capital FinTech and technology-driven innovation particularly in the Middle East & Africa
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently manage ambiguity and take ownership of projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to synthesise complex information into clear concise outputs
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced lean team environment with high autonomy and direct exposure to senior leadership

How to Apply:

1. CV / Résumé

2. Brief cover letter explaining your interest in VC and DPI specifically

3. Completed application questions (provided upon submission)

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage early submission.

Equal Opportunity:

DPI Venture Capital is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive team. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds nationalities and experiences. If you are passionate about FinTech and the MEA region we want to hear from you.