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AresPrivate Credit

Direct Lending Summer Analyst

Underwriting unitranche loans to sponsor-backed borrowers. Credit memos, downside cases and covenant analysis.

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At a glance

Division
Private Credit
Desk
Direct Lending
Programme
Summer Analyst
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Eligible classes
2027
Duration
10 weeks
Compensation
$110,000 annualised
Deadline
Sep 20, 2026
Verification
Editorial programme profile — confirm with employer

What they're looking for

  • Penultimate year
  • Credit case study

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36 interview problems of the type commonly asked at this firm.

Practise the technicals this desk is known for, graded on accuracy, completeness and how you communicate the answer.

Practice set

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