Location: Remote
Duration: 3-6 months, flexible start date
Essence VC is seeking a driven and technically inclined intern to join our operations and platform team. If you're passionate about data/AI software infrastructure or early-stage investing, have coding experience, and are looking to dive into the world of venture capital, this internship is for you.
Who We Are:
Essence VC is a venture capital firm focused on early-stage investments in data infrastructure and AI. We work closely with our portfolio companies to support their growth through strategic guidance, tech support, and platform resources.
What You’ll Do:
- Test Emerging Tech and Portfolio Products: Dive deep into our portfolio's products, providing insights into usability, functionality, and performance.
- Create Content: Build fun and engaging content around portfolio products.
- Portfolio Platform Support: Assist in building and maintaining resources that benefit our portfolio companies, focusing on scaling and optimizing their growth.
- Deal Flow & Founder Sourcing: Support our team by sourcing new investment opportunities and engaging with emerging founders through outreach and research.
- Social Media Engagement: Develop posts and content to promote the portfolio and the VC firm across various social platforms.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience: Previous professional internship experience, preferably in tech, venture capital, or software.
- Technical Skills: Strong coding experience (CS degree preferred). Familiarity with data/AI infrastructure or the tech industry is a plus.
- Motivation & Drive: Highly motivated, results-oriented, and comfortable moving quickly to execute and achieve goals.
- Passion: A genuine interest in the early-stage investing ecosystem and cutting-edge technology in AI and data infrastructure.
- Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for creating content that resonates with both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Education: Currently pursuing a Master’s or MBA is a plus but not required.
Why Essence VC?
- Learning Opportunity: Gain exposure to the fast-paced world of venture capital, supporting cutting-edge technology startups.