Evaluate new leveraged buyout transactions and investment opportunities, attend management presentations, review deal terms and credit agreements Build detailed financial models and conduct downside sensitivity analyses of borrowers Assist in the preparation of investment committee materials and provide analytical support as a member of deal teams Work alongside Senior Underwriters on all transactions, getting real-time feedback to develop and grow your investing skills Actively monitor portfolio company performance and assist with ongoing credit surveillance and covenant compliance tracking Participate in key areas of due diligence, including business and quantitative analysis, as well as industry and competitive research Principal Asset Management, a subsidiary of Principal Financial group, offers global asset management expertise across a diverse set of traditional and alternative asset classes. Who You Are Passionate about pursuing a career in investing Prior internship experience in investment banking, leveraged finance, private debt or equity, and/or related transactional experience Currently pursing a degree in a technical field of finance (i.e. finance, accounting, or related) Graduation date of Spring or Fall of 2028 GPA of 3.5 or above Ability to construct financial models such as three statement financial models and Leveraged Buyout models Skills That Will Help You Stand Out Additional exposure to investment concepts through involvement in student organizations Involved on campus or within the community including leadership Collaborative, able to build and maintain strong relationships, manage expectations, attention to detail, ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively Salary Range Information Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries.