2026 – 2027 Private Debt Fund Accounting Internship

Application deadline: March 27, 2026

The team you’ll join

StepStone Private Debt (SPD) is a global private debt investor with $66B TCR as of 31/12/25. SPD covers the breadth of the private debt market and constructs bespoke portfolios on a primary, secondary and co-investment basis. SPD focuses on two areas of the market: performing and non-performing debt across the corporate, real estate, and infrastructure sectors. SPD is a subsidiary of the StepStone Group, a global private markets firm specializing in Private Equity, Infrastructure, Private Credit and Real Estate.    

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Intern to join our private debt fund accounting team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing communications, being part of the net asset value review of various funds that we manage, review complex fee models as well as communicate actively with our various administrators. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, a solid grasp of financial data, and a strong desire to thrive in a dynamic, data-driven environment.

What you’ll do

Net Asset Value reviews

• Review, validate, and interpret net asset value packages received from the administrator for accuracy and flag any issues to senior team
• Review fee models
• Be involved in understanding and reviewing various complex fee models for the various private debt funds

Data management

• Collect, upload and maintain various and private debt related information in the internal database as well as ensuring data consistency and accuracy

Project related work

• Be involved in project related work and connect between various teams as well as taking a lead and support the teams on any ad hoc related tasks and projects.

Reporting and Documentation

• Generate and distribute team KPIs, team updates and process documentation.

Mailbox management and task handling

• Act as point of contact for team communications, prioritising and organising emails.

What we’re looking for

• Must be able to work legally in Ireland without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future 
• Undergraduate student graduating anywhere from December 2027 through June 2028  
• Pursuing a university Degree in Finance, Business, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Available to work in the Dublin office September 2026 - August 2027. 
• Interest in Private markets, particularly private debt, is an advantage. 
• Strong interest in companies balance sheet and income statement including key metrics such as EBITDA, leverage ratios, and debt covenants is a plus. 
• Interested in Microsoft Excel, with experience in data validation and financial modelling. Familiarity with database tools is an advantage.
• Keen attention to detail and a structured approach to data review and management. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a solid understanding of corporate financial performance. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and communicate financial concepts effectively. 
• An interest in private debt markets and a willingness to expand knowledge in this area.

Why join us?

At StepStone, we foster a supportive and inclusive team culture where collaboration and learning are the core of what we do. Our collegial atmosphere encourages teamwork, mentorship, and professional development. This summer internship is a great opportunity to gain practical experience and develop critical skills that will help you launch a successful career in private debt. 

Application deadline: March 27, 2026

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