Legal Intern

Amsterdam - Capital
Legal
Part time

Marktlink is a committed international M&A specialist with an independent, discrete, and no-nonsense approach. Together with our labels Marktlink Exit-Ready and Marktlink Transaction Services we support entrepreneurs by preparing their business for sale and guide them throughout the entire sales or acquisition process. Our label Marktlink Capital offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to invest in strong private equity and venture capital funds.

Since our start in 1996, entrepreneurs have been our driving force. With a profound market knowledge and a personal approach, we advised many transactions and in doing so we influenced the lives of many.

Published on: 17 february, 2026
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Your goal

Marktlink Capital is a leading Private Equity & Venture Capital (PE & VC) Fund Manager in the Netherlands, with a team of experienced professionals who combine in-depth expertise with a hands-on approach. With over EUR 3 billion in raised capital and investors in more than 100 PE & VC funds, Marktlink provides access to high-quality investment opportunities for entrepreneurs and private investors.

Within the Capital team, we focus on the establishment, structuring, and management of funds and investment products. As a Legal Intern, you will be part of this team for a period of two to four months. You will support legal activities related to fund formation, investments, and compliance. You will work closely with the General Counsel and collaborate frequently with other teams and departments across the organization.

The team is compact and operates with short communication lines. There is ample opportunity to voice your ideas, take initiative, and approach your work proactively and in a structured manner. The internship takes place at our Amsterdam office for four or five days per week.

Your responsibilities

  • Assisting in the establishment and structuring of new funds and products, such as feeders and fund-of-funds

  • Supporting investment processes and assisting with the legal structuring and documentation thereof

  • Assisting in drafting, reviewing, and updating legal documentation, including fund agreements, PPMs, KIDs, and other contracts

  • Contributing to the legal review of marketing materials and commercial documentation

  • Conducting research on relevant laws and regulations, including AIFMD and other financial regulations, and assessing their impact on existing and new products

  • Supporting the development and updating of internal templates, such as introduction and transfer agreements

  • Assisting in structuring and optimizing legal processes and documentation within the team

  • Supporting the sales and investment teams with legal queries

  • Structuring and drafting legal analyses for ongoing matters

Your profile

  • In the final phase of a Bachelor’s degree or currently pursuing a Master’s degree, preferably with a focus on corporate law or financial law

  • Strong legal foundation

  • Fluent in Dutch and English

  • Available four or five days per week for a period of two to four months (a longer period is also possible)

  • Interest in financial services, Private Equity, and Venture Capital

  • Strong analytical skills, detail-oriented, and hands-on mindset

  • Proactive and able to take initiative

  • Comfortable working in an office environment in the Amsterdam region

  • Thrives in a small team with short communication lines

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Why us?

  • An intensive, hands-on internship where you are directly involved in ongoing matters

  • Broad exposure to different teams and departments within the organization

  • A learning environment in which you quickly take on responsibility

  • The opportunity to develop yourself and actively contribute to the team

  • Internship allowance of EUR 750

Our hiring process
Step 1

Let's connect

Once you've applied, expect our response within five working days.

Step 2

Let’s meet

Discover how you and Marktlink align. Let's chat, be it over a phone call or in person.
 

Step 3

Let's dive deep

In search of top talent, we evaluate your skills and qualities through a presentation and Talent Motivation Analysis (TMA) to ensure a perfect match.

Step 4

Let's start

After nailing the final interview, get ready for the offer. Once accepted, a pre-employment screening follows. If all goes well, you can sign and we’ll celebrate with champagne!

Frequently asked questions

Which documents should I include in my application?

Please provide us with your most recent CV, updated motivation and if you really want to shine a video!

Are there any special requirements for working at Marktlink?

For M&A Professionals a finished masters degree in finance or equivalent education is mandatory. For all the other positions please take a look at the requirements per job.

Does Marktlink offer a relocation package?

Regrettably, we currently do not offer any relocation packages.

Does Marktlink provide IND sponsorship for positions?

Unfortunately, at the moment, Marktlink does not provide IND sponsorship for positions. However, we are actively working on this matter and aim to offer sponsorship opportunities in the near future.