Strategic Investment Intern

Tencent

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Posted 10 days ago

Internship

Palo Alto, California

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Smart Summary

The intern will monitor global game market trends and conduct research on technology, content, and consumer industries. They will also provide support documentation for investment reviews and evaluate potential partners to assist management in business decision-making.

We are seeking a University undergraduate or master student, ideally from business administration, management or finance related major. Internship experience in consulting companies, well-known game companies/Internet company strategy departments, investment banks, and PE/VC are preferred. The ideal candidate should have good interpersonal skills and teamwork spirit.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Market research

Investment analysis

Strategic planning

PPT writing

Excel

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Business development

Communication

Teamwork

Strategic partnerships

Industry trend analysis

Job Description

Business Unit

About the Hiring Team

Business Development Department is dedicated to fostering connections between Tencent and top-tier game developers worldwide, catering to a diverse network of over 100 global investment partners and developers. Our primary objective is to enhance Tencent's global presence in the internet ecosystem as well as gaming sector, identifying business prospects and supporting investment partners in achieving sustainable growth. We are actively seeking exceptional talent globally to join our dynamic team. By building a strong global talent network, we aim to strengthen and expand Tencent's partnerships with more partners worldwide while nurturing high-quality games for the market.

What the Role Entails

Tencent Games was established in 2003. We are a leading global platform for game development, operations and publishing, and the largest online game community in China.Tencent Games has developed and operated over 140 games. We provide cross-platform interactive entertainment experience for more than 800 million users in over 200 countries and regions around the world. Honor of Kings, PUBG MOBILE, and League of Legends, are some of our most popular titles around the world.Meanwhile, we actively promote the development of esports industry, work with global partners to build an open, collaborative and symbiotic industrial ecology, and create high-quality digital life experiences for players.

Tencent Games Business Development team is focused on strategic partnerships and investment initiatives, building upon our reputation in the gaming industry and our Tencent platform as we expand on our gaming ecosystem globally.

Responsibilities:

  • Scan and monitor global game market with members of the Business Development team

  • Research on Technology, Content and Consumer industries (games, entertainment, films/Drama, etc.) and new technology investment trends

  • Provide support documentation for investment review, reporting and analysis of portfolio companies

  • Study and evaluate potential partners, and providing support to Tencent management for business decision and management

Who We Look For

  • University undergraduate or master student, ideally from business administration, management or finance related major

  • Internship experience in consulting companies, well-known game companies/Internet company strategy departments, investment banks, and PE/VC are preferred

  • Excellent PPT writing ability, Excel savvy, excellent execution

  • Good interpersonal skills and teamwork spirit, resilience, curiosity about the broader entertainment industry and willing to share (we need "your perspective")

Location State(s)

US-California-Palo Alto, US-New York State-New YorkThe expected base pay range for this position in the location(s) listed above is $24.81 to $42.70 per hour. Actual pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position will be eligible for 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked and up to 13 paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, full-time interns are also eligible to enroll in the Company-sponsored medical plan.

Equal Employment Opportunity at Tencent

As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community. We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.

Tencent

Tencent is a world-leading internet and technology company that develops innovative products and services to improve the quality of life of people around the world. Founded in 1998 with its headquarters in Shenzhen, China, Tencent's guiding principle is to use technology for good. Our communication and social services connect more than one billion people around the world, helping them to keep in touch with friends and family, access transportation, pay for daily necessities, and even be entertained. Tencent also publishes some of the world's most popular video games and other high-quality digital content, enriching interactive entertainment experiences for people around the globe. Tencent also offers a range of services such as cloud computing, advertising, FinTech, and other enterprise services to support our clients' digital transformation and business growth. Tencent has been listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong since 2004.

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