Private Equity Associate, Summer 2026 --Generalist / Crest Rock Partners

How to Apply: 

Click the 'Apply Now' button on the right-hand side of your screen and write this email to the recruiter: 

"Hey [X], 

I hope all is well. By way of introduction, my name is [X], a current [X] year analyst on the [X Firm, X Group] team. I'm interested in LMM PE opportunities and a friend shared with me an opportunity pipelined by [X headhunter firm] for Crest Rock Partners in Denver. 

I'm interested! I attached my resume below for your consideration. Please let me know if there is anything else I can provide. 

Thank you, 

[X]"

Recruiter: Carter Pierce

Firm: Crest Rock Partners 

Crest Rock Partners is an operationally focused private equity firm based in Denver that makes control investments in the lower middle market. 

The firm invests across multiple industry verticals, including software, technology, IT services, tech-enabled business services, and industrial companies with enterprise values ranging from $20 million to $200 million. The team is very active with their portfolio companies, both operationally and through M&A, and looks for opportunities to leverage their investment in a business as a catalyst for growth and operational improvements.

Crest Rock is investing out of their second fund ($500M) that was raised earlier this year. The team is hiring 1-2 investment Associates to join their team in Denver, Colorado for Summer 2026 start dates.

About the Role:

• The firm is seeking Associates to join in Summer 2026   
• LMM investing with an operational focus
• Work in Denver