Opportunity Aquila is in search of Research Analyst (Intern), Corporate Development, LATAM in Colombia/Chile to identify mature and growing software companies across LATAM region. It is a 6–12-month part-time role (20 hours/week) with a pathway to full-time upon graduation. This individual will support deal origination working with Sr. Manager and Associates across Aquila. The Research Analyst (Intern) must be a self-directed player who is excited about uncovering, qualifying, and researching investment opportunities. The Research Analyst (Intern) will gain exposure to the enterprise & SMBs software industry; and grasp the basics of the business development side of M&A. At its core, the responsibilities will include: • Research & Data Analysis: Drive product, market/industry and company research that align with internal criteria, in partnership with Aquila corporate development team to screen and assess relevant software acquisition targets in private and public markets. Mastery in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. • CRM & Administration: Maintain and manage M&A database by adding new targets, taking call-notes and logging activities; Salesforce CRM proficiency is a must Company Constellation Software Inc. (“Constellation”) is a renowned publicly traded software operating conglomerate (TSX: CSU) with $10B+ in consolidated revenues (USD) and history of success spanning two-and-a-half decades. We invest in and operate B2B software companies for the long-haul across dozens of industry segments and geographies. Since founding, Constellation has completed north of 1,200 acquisitions, building time-tested expertise as operators and stewards of software organizations. Aquila is a division of Constellation Software Inc.. Aquila operates in range of industry categories (Banking & Lending, Government, Higher Education, Media & Publishing and Retail amongst other verticals) with geographical focus across LATAM, EMEA and North America. Talent • Location: Located in Colombia or Chile •Language: Fluency in English and Spanish. •Experience: no previous experience is required but drive/intelligence around financial topics (M&A, PE/VC business development, Valuation, Strategy) and/or software/technology are required; account management and/or direct sales experience are a plus. •Education: Final year students of bachelor’s or master’s degree. Preferably Business Administration, Finance, or Economics at a reputable university. •Drive & IQ: Intrinsically motivated, highly analytical and data-driven thinker. •Autonomy: Outcome-obsessed and Activity-driven. Masterful at self-organization. Thrives in high- pressure, fast-paced, ambiguous environment. Proactively utilizes own judgment to move deals forward. Enjoys working independently and as a part of a team. •Work Ethic & Attitude: Self-directed with unfaltering sense of urgency. Must be coachable (eager to learn and take direction).