The Student-Run Private Equity & Venture Capital Club at the University of St.Gallen
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Our mission is to create a dynamic platform facilitating robust exchanges between HSG students and top industry professionals across the DACH region. The Private Equity and Venture Capital Club (PEVC Club) is an official club at the University of St.Gallen (HSG) that focuses on increasing awareness and knowledge of Private Equity and Venture Capital on campus.
We provide a platform for exchange among professionals, academics, experienced students, and newcomers. Members benefit from events, workshops, social gatherings, and our PEVC Podcast and Newsletter publications.
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The PEVC Club maintains corporate and educational partnerships to provide its members with interesting workshops, job opportunities, and helpful study materials.
The partnership serves the establishment of healthy long-term relationships with players from the private equity and venture capital industry.
See below for an overview over our current partnerships.The PEVC Club establishes corporate and educational partnerships to offer members workshops, job opportunities, and study materials. Established in 2021, the partnership program aims to build long-term relationships with players in the private equity and venture capital industry. Below is an overview of our current partnerships.
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PEVC Days
Join exclusive events at the University of St.Gallen! From workshops to dinners, connect with leading PE & VC funds. Save the date: March 24–27, 2025, for unique networking and insights.
What?
Numerous Events ranging from Workshops to Dinners with leading PE&VC-Funds
Where?
University of St.Gallen
When?
Once a year; in 2025 from March 24–27th
Events
HIC x PEVC London Trip
Join us for an exclusive trip to London, where we will visit leading private equity funds and renowned banks. This trip provides you with an incredible opportunity to get an inside look at top-tier financial institutions, expand your network, and dive deeper into the world of private equity.
Save the date (28.04.25 - 02.05.25) for this exciting chance! More information about the trip and the application process will follow.
Munich Trip
Networking Trip to Munich from 12th - 15th of May!
Participants will visit leading mid-market private equity funds and take part in interactive workshops hosted by the firms themselves — gaining valuable insights into operations, deal processes, and the PE ecosystem. Evenings will be spent in a relaxed setting with drinks, conversations, and networking opportunities with fund representatives.
Partners include: AUCTUS, IK Partners, Oakley Capital, Deutsche Private Equity, Maguar, Mutares, Paragon, Verdane & more.
Apply until the 30th of April!
Opportunities
Visiting Analyst @ Noteus
Noteus Partners is a European growth equity firm, with offices in Paris, London, Berlin and Madrid. We’re a small, dynamic team with a deep focus on identifying high-potential growth companies across Europe and beyond. As part of our mission to support the next generation of global leaders, we are now seeking an enthusiastic and motivated intern to join our investment team for 4-6 months.
Private Equity Intern @ Invision
Invision AG, founded in 1997 and headquartered in Zug, is the leading provider of long-term, customized succession solutions in Switzerland, Germany and Austria. With EUR 1.5 billion in AUM and an investment team of over 20 people, Invision is one of the leading Swiss buyout firms. We are currently investing from our EUR 550 million fund and actively support our portfolio companies in implementing their value creation initiatives. Learn more about Invision by listening to the PEVC Podcast on Spotify and by attending our workshop at the PEVC Days on the 24th of March!
Private Equity Internship @ Astorg
Astorg is a leading European private equity firm with €24bn in assets under management and a diverse team of over 68 investment professionals across London, Frankfurt, Paris, New York, Milan, and Luxembourg. The firm is currently investing from its €1.3bn Mid-Cap Fund I, focusing on tech/software, healthcare, business services, and industrials.
This internship offers hands-on exposure to the full investment process, from origination and due diligence to portfolio management and divestments. Responsibilities include financial modeling, market research, investment analysis, and internal presentations. The role is highly international, with opportunities to collaborate across offices and attend meetings in London.
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Stefan, a PhD in Finance from the University of St.Gallen, is a member of its School of Finance. Previously, he worked in the financial services industry for a European bank. He frequently speaks at international finance conferences and contributes to executive education programs. Additionally, he holds an affiliated academic position at Singapore Management University.
Roberto studied mechanical engineering at the Technical University of Aachen, graduating in 1984, and earned a PhD in Business from the University of St. Gallen in 1989. A Dutch/Italian citizen, he teaches at St. Gallen and serves on the board of Swiss Private Equity and Corporate Finance Association. From 1989 to 1997, he was a consultant at McKinsey & Co. and later served on the European Venture Capital Association board (2003–2007).
Frank Becker joined Invision in 2000, focusing on investments in education, IT, and innovative service businesses. He oversees investments in Cygna Labs and Vista Alpina, serving on their boards. Previously, he managed investments in Vantage Education (sold 2020), Swiss Education Group (sold 2018), Kraft & Bauer (sold 2018), and RSD (sold 2016). Before Invision, he was CFO of Compaq Computer Switzerland and worked at Boston Consulting Group. He holds an MBA from Stanford and a degree in electrical engineering from ETH Zurich.
Lifetime Access to Exclusive Opportunities!
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a 4-day conference with over 40 events, featuring more than 30 leading industry partners
a 1:1 mentoring program with Investment Professionals from various PEVC Partner funds
company visits and international trips