AI Intern

Job Description

About K1:

K1 is a leading private equity firm with over $20 billion in assets under management (AUM). They specialize in investing in small-cap enterprise software companies. Headquartered in Manhattan Beach, California, K1 partners with management teams to build category leaders in the software space. They focus on AI-powered, mission-critical systems of record for enterprise clients. Through K1 Operations LLC, they support portfolio companies in accelerating growth via leadership development, technological innovation, and operational excellence. K1 has worked with over 250 enterprise software companies since its inception.

Job Description:

K1 is seeking an AI Intern to join their Business Development team. This is a part-time (15-20 hours/week) paid internship ($30/hour) located in Manhattan Beach, CA, with a rolling start date.

The AI Intern will support the team by automating core workflows and enhancing data-driven sourcing strategies for identifying software investment opportunities. This role involves building and deploying AI/automation tools to improve how K1 identifies, researches, and engages with high-potential software companies. You’ll work alongside the Business Development and Data teams, applying your technical and analytical skills in a private equity setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and refine AI/automation tools to support the sourcing of software investment opportunities.
• Assist in developing and deploying scripts or applications for data extraction, enrichment, and analysis.
• Leverage APIs, LLMs (e.g., GPT), and other machine learning models to automate repetitive research and outreach tasks.
• Work with our proprietary systems to maintain data quality and support pipeline visibility.
• Collaborate with Business Development team members to identify areas where AI can drive efficiency or insight.
• Stay current on AI and automation trends relevant to B2B software and private equity workflows.

Requirements:

• Current undergraduate student, graduate student, or recent graduate in Computer Science, Data Science, or related technical major.
• Strong interest in artificial intelligence and practical applications of automation.
• Working knowledge of Python or another programming language relevant to automation or data workflows.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate business problems into technical solutions.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a positive attitude
• Experience with LLMs, LangChain, web scraping, or API integrations

Perks:

• Exposure to high-growth B2B software markets and private equity deal sourcing.
• Opportunity for full-time offer upon graduation.
• Lunch provided in-office every day.