What are the main factors that influence a Private Equity Intern's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Private Equity Intern?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Private Equity Intern roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Private Equity Intern's salary?

A Private Equity Intern's salary grows with experience: an Executive Assistant II (2-4 years)earns $71,416, an Executive Assistant III (4-7 years)earns $85,924, an Private Equity Intern (7+ years)earns $97,134, an Executive Assistant V (7-10 years)earns $116,489, an Executive Assistant Supervisor (10+ years)earns $81,691,

What are the highest paying states for a Private Equity Intern?

Private Equity Intern salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Private Equity Intern roles are District of Columbia $103,969, California $103,574, Massachusetts $102,194. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Private Equity Intern roles make?

Salaries for Private Equity Intern level roles vary by specialization: Private Equity Principal: $184,402; director private equity: $150,402; Private Equity Manager: $145,368; Equity Research Intern: $130,195; Private Equity Investment Specialist: $124,760.

Private Equity Intern Salary in Delaware

How much does a Private Equity Intern make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Private Equity Intern in Delaware is $95,095 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

However, a Private Equity Intern's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $109,051
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,309 to $102,400
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,399

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Private Equity Intern Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,400	$8,533	$1,969	$49
Average	$95,095	$7,925	$1,829	$46
25th Percentile	$85,309	$7,109	$1,641	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Private Equity Intern Salaries

A Private Equity Intern's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Private Equity Intern Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Private Equity Intern's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $71,416
Early Career (1-2 years): $85,924
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $97,134
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $116,489
Expert (over 8 years): $81,691

Levels	Salary
Executive... Level Private Equity Intern	$71,416
Executive... Level Private Equity Intern	$85,924
Private E... Level Private Equity Intern	$97,134
Executive... Level Private Equity Intern	$116,489
Executive... Level Private Equity Intern	$81,691

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How Do Private Equity Intern Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Private Equity Interns. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $103,969.
California: $103,574.
Massachusetts: $102,194.

District of Columbia $103,969 California $103,574 Massachusetts $102,194 Washington $101,818 New Jersey $101,781 Alaska $101,649 Connecticut $100,353 New York $99,828

Hawaii $98,147 Rhode Island $97,358 Maryland $96,823 Minnesota $96,090 Colorado $95,809 Illinois $95,715 Oregon $95,358 Delaware $95,095

New Hampshire $94,930 Virginia $94,560 Pennsylvania $93,480 Nevada $92,935 North Dakota $92,757 Michigan $92,475 Wisconsin $92,372 Vermont $92,165

Texas $91,592 Maine $91,555 Arizona $91,498 Ohio $91,433 Georgia $90,569 Indiana $90,137 Wyoming $90,052 Utah $89,921

Iowa $89,865 Kansas $89,414 Louisiana $89,282 North Carolina $89,235 Missouri $89,217 Florida $88,850 Montana $88,653 Nebraska $88,465

Kentucky $88,362 South Carolina $87,987 Tennessee $87,752 Idaho $87,658 New Mexico $86,972 Oklahoma $86,822 Alabama $86,268 South Dakota $85,339

Arkansas $84,831 West Virginia $84,559 Mississippi $83,742

Top Paying Cities for Private Equity Interns

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $94,667
Little Creek: $95,360
Magnolia: $95,223

Lincoln, DE $94,667 Little Creek, DE $95,360 Magnolia, DE $95,223 Milford, DE $94,907 Marydel, DE $95,063 Millsboro, DE $94,270 Millville, DE $94,415 Milton, DE $94,578

Nassau, DE $94,647 Ocean View, DE $94,399 Rehoboth Beach, DE $94,580 Seaford, DE $94,634 Selbyville, DE $94,242 Smyrna, DE $95,425 Viola, DE $94,986 Woodside, DE $95,241

Bear, DE $95,022 Newark, DE $94,986 Claymont, DE $95,180 Delaware City, DE $95,081 Hockessin, DE $94,978 Kirkwood, DE $95,063 Middletown, DE $95,100 Montchanin, DE $94,999

New Castle, DE $95,013 Odessa, DE $95,147 Port Penn, DE $95,210 Rockland, DE $95,009 Saint Georges, DE $95,070 Townsend, DE $95,216 Winterthur, DE $95,020 Lewes, DE $94,615

Wilmington, DE $94,982 Dover, DE $95,360 Dover Afb, DE $94,857 Bethany Beach, DE $94,300 Bethel, DE $94,397 Bridgeville, DE $94,620 Camden Wyoming, DE $95,091 Cheswold, DE $95,329

Clayton, DE $95,332 Dagsboro, DE $94,234 Delmar, DE $94,083 Ellendale, DE $94,368 Felton, DE $94,900 Fenwick Island, DE $94,255 Frankford, DE $94,090 Frederica, DE $94,994

Georgetown, DE $94,198 Greenwood, DE $94,635 Harbeson, DE $94,299 Harrington, DE $94,779 Hartly, DE $95,074 Houston, DE $94,644 Kenton, DE $95,336 Laurel, DE $94,142

Yorklyn, DE $95,006

Private Equity Intern Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Private Equity Intern roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Private Equity Intern positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Private Equity Intern as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Private Equity Intern

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$114,114	$55.0	20%
Healthcare	$109,359	$53.0	15%
Financial Services	$104,604	$50.0	10%
Pharmaceuticals	$104,604	$50.0	10%
Software & Networking	$104,604	$50.0	10%

Private Equity Intern Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Private Equity Intern's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$85,309

Average $95,095/year

$102,400

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Average $7,925/month

$8,533

$1,641

Average $1,829/week

$1,969

$41

Average $46/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,400	$8,533	$1,969	$49
Average	$95,095	$7,925	$1,829	$46
25th Percentile	$85,309	$7,109	$1,641	$41

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