Markus Mitterhofer
About Markus Mitterhofer
Markus Mitterhofer is an intern in venture capital at Plug and Play Tech Center, with a background in finance and accounting. He has gained diverse experience through internships in private equity, management consulting, and tax advisory, alongside his academic achievements in accounting, taxation, banking, and finance from various prestigious institutions.
Current Role at Plug and Play Tech Center
Markus Mitterhofer currently serves as an intern in the Venture Capital division at Plug and Play Tech Center. He has been in this role since 2021, contributing to various projects and initiatives within the organization. Plug and Play Tech Center is known for its focus on innovation and startup acceleration, providing a dynamic environment for interns to gain hands-on experience in the venture capital field.
Previous Experience in Financial Accounting
Prior to his current role, Markus Mitterhofer worked as an intern in financial accounting at BayernLB in 2020 for one month. His experience in financial accounting also includes a five-year tenure at Kellhuber GmbH, where he served as a financial accountant from 2011 to 2016. This background provided him with foundational skills in financial reporting and analysis.
Educational Background in Finance and Accounting
Markus Mitterhofer holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting, Taxation, and Finance from Ludwig-Maximilians Universität München, which he completed from 2017 to 2020. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Arts in Banking and Finance from Universität St.Gallen - Hochschule für Wirtschafts-, Rechts- und Sozialwissenschaften between 2020 and 2022. His academic journey has equipped him with a solid understanding of financial principles and practices.
Internships in Private Equity and Management Consulting
In 2021, Markus Mitterhofer gained experience in the private equity sector as an intern at Paragon Partners for two months. He also worked briefly in management consulting at the same firm for one month. These internships allowed him to develop insights into investment strategies and consulting methodologies within the financial services industry.
International Academic Experience
Markus Mitterhofer has participated in several international academic programs. He was a visiting scholar in private equity at the University of Oxford in 2022 for eleven months. Additionally, he completed an exchange semester focused on finance and African politics at Universidad de los Andes in 2021 for eleven months. He also studied economics and finance at Metropolitan State University of Denver in 2019 for eleven months, enhancing his global perspective on finance.