Investment Analyst Intern in Japan

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We are seeking a highly motivated Investment Intern to support our Japan renewable energy investment platform. This role offers broad exposure across investment, asset management, capital operations, fundraising, and portfolio management activities within the renewable infrastructure sector.The internship is designed to develop into a cross-functional bridge role between Manoa’s Japan platform and Brawn Capital’s offshore investment, finance, and capital operations teams over time. The successful candidate will gain hands-on exposure to the full lifecycle of renewable energy investments, particularly within the BESS and solar sectors in Japan.This position is well-suited for candidates interested in infrastructure investing, renewable energy development, project finance, and investment management within a fast-growing and entrepreneurial environment.What You Will LearnThrough this internship, you will gain exposure to:The renewable energy investment lifecycle, from origination to asset monetizationBattery energy storage systems (BESS) and solar development in JapanPortfolio and asset management across infrastructure investmentsCross-functional coordination between investment, finance, operations, legal, and compliance teamsReal-world investment execution, financial modelling, and transaction managementKey ResponsibilitiesInvestment / Origination / Investment ManagementSupport investment processes from origination and screening through due diligence and executionAssist in preparing investment committee materials, presentations, and due diligence documentationSupport financial modelling, market research, asset mapping, and project assessmentAssist in transaction execution, including VDR preparation, contract coordination, and closing processesSupport project acquisitions and divestments, including coordination with sellers, buyers, advisors, and counterpartiesGain exposure to renewable asset development and investment workflows, including project financing and capital managementCross-Functional CoordinationWork closely with investment, finance, capital operations, legal, compliance, and asset management teamsAssist with stakeholder communications, meeting coordination, and follow-up actionsSupport internal administrative processes related to contracts, approvals, logistics, and documentationCoordinate with utilities, developers, EPCs, landowners, and external partners when requiredAssist with invoice management, payment support processes, and internal filing systemsAsset Management / FP&A / Capital OperationsSupport ongoing portfolio and asset management activities for operational and development-stage projectsAssist with investor reporting materials, valuation support, and quarterly portfolio updatesSupport internal capital deployment approvals and fund flow coordinationAssist with project financing execution, O&M coordination, insurance tracking, and reporting requirementsSupport cash management, reconciliation, and data validation across teamsFundraising & Investor RelationsSupport fundraising-related initiatives and strategic marketing materialsAssist with investor and stakeholder engagement activities, including site visits and logistics coordinationSupport preparation of presentation materials and communication in both English and JapaneseAdditional ResponsibilitiesConduct Japanese-English translations for meetings and documentation where requiredTake meeting notes and track action items to support efficient execution across teamsAssist with physical mail handling, stamping procedures, and Japan office administrative supportContribute to improving internal processes, knowledge sharing, and operational efficiencyCandidate ProfileStrong interest in renewable energy, infrastructure investment, and financial marketsProactive, detail-oriented, and highly organizedComfortable working in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environmentStrong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across multiple functions and