3i, known in the US?

<p>I realized that I <em>might</em> be able to get a summer job/internship at 3i through a connection before having to do a year of military service when my HS ends next year. Is 3i well-known in the US, and would for instance a months work experience from there be an advantage for me in terms of future offers from investment banks, even though it is a PE/VC firm?</p>