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Natasha Nhekairo

@natashanhekairo

Finance student and investment analyst-intern focused on rigorous due diligence and data-driven investment recommendations.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for an early-career role where I can strengthen my investment due diligence and research skills, partner with a team on data-driven recommendations, and contribute to rigorous analysis across markets, funds, or deal sourcing.

I’m a Finance student building strong fundamentals through teaching, research, and hands-on investment work. I’ve supported learning and evaluation in finance by helping students understand key investment concepts, valuation models, and market theory.

As a Venture Capital Intern with University Venture Fund Crossroads, I sourced and evaluated new deals, conducted investment due diligence, and produced market research and financial analysis for early-stage opportunities. I analyzed extensive datasets across economic sectors and collaborated with senior analysts to develop investment recommendations for the Investment Committee.

In my Private Equity Investment Analyst Intern role at Utah Retirement Systems, I supported due diligence across Venture Capital, Growth Equity, Buyout, and Special Situations funds. I evaluated fund strategies, market trends, portfolio positioning, and manager performance, and helped prepare Investment Committee materials while managing multiple projects under tight deadlines with accuracy.

Beyond investing, I bring an analytical, advisory mindset from consulting and research. At Jayhawk Consulting, I prepared a Confidential Business Review with financial, market, and operational analysis to support valuation and buyer readiness, and at KU’s construction safety center I edited 50+ academic articles, prepared budgets for grant proposals totaling over $25 million, and supported data analysis and technical writing.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

FIN 411 Teaching Assistant

University of Kansas

Aug 2025 - Dec 2025 (4 months)

Collaborated with the course professor to support grading consistency and student assistance for the honors section of Investment Theory and Application. Graded case analyses and quantitative assignments, and held office hours to clarify investment concepts and financial models.

Grading Student Support Market Efficiency Capital Market Theory Valuation Models Securities Analysis Stocks Options Futures Financial Modeling Quantitative Assignment Grading Feedback

Venture Capital Intern

University Venture Fund

Aug 2024 - Dec 2025 (1 year 4 months)

Supported deal sourcing and expansion of the portfolio by performing investment due diligence and financial analysis for early-stage opportunities. Analyzed datasets across economic sectors and helped develop investment recommendations for the Investment Committee.

Deal Sourcing Investment Due Diligence Market Research Financial Analysis Investment Committee Investment Recommendations

Private Equity Investment Analyst Intern

Utah Retirement Systems

May 2025 - Aug 2025 (3 months)

Assisted with investment manager due diligence across venture capital, growth equity, buyout, and special situations funds. Prepared qualitative and quantitative research and helped produce Investment Committee materials supporting private market investment decisions.

Qualitative Research Quantitative Research Growth Equity Special Situations Investment Committee Fund Diligence Support

Consultant

Jayhawk Consulting

Sep 2024 - May 2025 (8 months)

Provided advisory and consulting services for community clients, including preparing a Confidential Business Review (CBR) to support a company’s sale readiness. Performed financial, market, and operational analysis and synthesized findings into reports for investor discussions and exit strategy support.

Confidential Business Review Financial Analysis Market Analysis Operational Analysis Reporting

NCCS Student Assistant for Research

University of Kansas

Oct 2023 - Aug 2024 (10 months)

Supported research at The Craig and Diane Martin National Center for Construction Safety within the University of Kansas Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering department. Edited academic articles, prepared grant proposal budgets, maintained the center’s website, and performed data collection, analysis, and technical writing.

Research Support Budgeting Website Maintenance Data Collection Data Analysis Marketing Materials

Research Consultant

Ark Design & Development

Nov 2020 - Jun 2023 (2 years 7 months)

Conducted research on the viability of infrastructure and development projects in Sub-Saharan Africa to produce actionable insights for stakeholders. Produced pre-feasibility studies, assessed community impacts, and advocated for sustainable growth strategies.

Sub Saharan Africa Analysis feasibility studies Oil Storage Farm Studies Growth Strategy

Acquisition Analyst Intern

IndustryPro

Jan 2019 - May 2019 (4 months)

Researched private equity clients’ acquisition investment criteria and evaluated companies based on those criteria. Provided additional information on companies to support acquisition analysis.

Private Equity Investment Criteria Research

Student Assistant II

University of West Georgia

Jan 2018 - Dec 2018 (11 months)

Managed front desk operations for the International Student Admissions and Programs department, supporting international student communication. Handled incoming calls, screened inquiries, and responded to emails to ensure seamless customer service.

Front Desk Operations Customer Service Admissions Support Email Communication Student Support

Student Research Assistant II

University of West Georgia

Aug 2017 - Jul 2018 (11 months)

Co-authored a research project with professors in the College of Education’s Leadership, Research and School Improvement department. Built and distributed a Qualtrics survey, presented findings at the ICPEL conference, and supported publication in the AASA Journal of Scholarship and Practice.

Research Collaboration Survey Design Qualtrics Research Leadership

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Kansas

Bachelor of Science in Finance, Finance

Grade: GPA 3.88

Activities and societies: KU Honors College; David Paretsky Honors Book Award (Fall 2024); Jack and Lavon Brosseau Honors Scholars Program Award (Summer 2024).

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Finance at the University of Kansas through the KU Honors College, expected to graduate December 2025.