UC Berkeley's Professional
Private Equity Organization
Finance · Private Equity · Consulting · Marketing · Tech
Empowering the next generation of finance leaders through education, networking, and real-world experience.
Who We Are
UPEC is UC Berkeley's premier private equity organization, dedicated to preparing students for careers in finance, consulting, and investment.
We bridge the gap between academic knowledge and industry practice through hands-on projects, speaker sessions with industry professionals, and exclusive networking opportunities with top buy-side firms.
Our members gain access to a tight-knit community of ambitious peers, comprehensive technical training, and direct pathways to internships and full-time positions at leading firms.
Spring 2026 Recruitment
Mark your calendars for these important dates
Applications Open
Start your journey with UPEC
Coffee Chats
Get to know our members in casual 1-on-1 conversations
Infosession
Learn about UPEC, our programs, and what we offer
Application Deadline
Submit your application before the deadline
Interview
Invite only - Selected candidates will be contacted
Social Night
Invite only - Celebrate with new and returning members
Why Join UPEC?
Discover the benefits of being part of Berkeley's premier private equity organization
Grow Network
Join a group of friends who share similar interests and grow closer through many socials and a club-wide retreat.
Gain Insights
We host a series of speaker sessions where we invite buy-side professionals to share their experiences with us.
Develop Skills
We are hosting a 5-week long program where members will be able to hone their technical skills and apply them to projects and case studies.
Provide Opportunities
We have exclusive partnerships with buy-side firms who give our members chances to coffee chat and apply for internships.
Spring 2026 Recruitment
Coffee Chats
Get to know our team in casual 1-on-1 conversations
Zachary Pastore
Co-President
Business Administration '27
Los Angeles, California
Experience
- Startup Co-founder
- Investment Analyst @ Grizzly Peak Ventures
- Consultant for Nike Inc.
Can't Live Without
Music, Taijin, and My Scooter
Gyan Bhambhani
Co-President
Business + Data Science '27
Bay Area
Experience
- Engineering @ EverCurrent
- Youngest Realtor in the Bay
- Building Real Estate + AI Infrastructure
Can't Live Without
Music, MMA, My Car
Arnab Ghosh
Vice President
Economics + Applied Math '28
Cupertino, California
Experience
- Investment Banking Analyst @ Concordia Capital
- Lead Private Equity Analyst @ Yolo Companies
- BD @ Selfr.ai (Berkeley Skydeck Batch 19)
Can't Live Without
Clash Royale, football, my car
Ibrahim Noon
Senior Advisor
Economics + Data Science '27
Lahore, Pakistan
Experience
- Risk and Management Consultant @ KPMG
- PMF Financial Solutions in Miami and on Wall Street
- Investment Banking Analyst @ Concord Ventures
Can't Live Without
Polo, Coffee, House Music
Hugo Canseco
Director of Development
Business (GMP) '28
Los Angeles, California
Experience
- Finance and Strategy Intern @ Biotech Startup in Japan
- Stealth AI startup (Co-Founder)
Can't Live Without
Matcha, Man United, Costco Rotisserie Chicken!
Coffee chats are a great way to learn more about UPEC and ask questions