Founded in 2017, Toyota Ventures is a San Francisco Bay Area-based venture capital firm with $800M+ AUM that invests in early-stage startups around the world in deep tech and climate solutions. We are on a mission to discover what’s next for Toyota by helping startups bring groundbreaking technologies and business models to market quickly. We’ve invested in over 100 companies to date, including AM Batteries, Apex Space, Axiom Math, Bipi (acquired), Blackmore (acquired), Efficient Computer, e-Zinc, Intuition Robotics, Joby Aviation (NYSE: Joby), Natura Resources, Pickle Robot, and Stoke Space.
Our firm is growing and we are looking for an analyst for the Toyota Ventures Frontier Fund(s) to help source and screen innovative companies in areas like AI, advanced materials, automation and robotics, and space tech. Along with a degree in a relevant field, we are seeking someone with a strong understanding of deep tech. The role also requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, an understanding of industry trends, and a knack for spotting the early stage startups that are defining those trends.
Our team values diversity, acting with integrity, being humble but bold, and “keeping it weird.” If this sounds like a good fit, and you’re passionate about finding and funding innovative companies, we look forward to hearing from you!
This role is based in the San Francisco Bay Area (we have offices in both San Francisco and Los Altos, CA), but remote work within other U.S. cities is possible.
Responsibilities
Network and take part in industry and VC events, organizations
Help generate deal-flow and source high-potential target companies
Meet with and evaluate companies to make recommendations on investing
Perform research for due diligence, competitive analyses, and industry deep dives
Draft investment memos for the Investment Committee
Analyze latest industry trends and assist with market research briefings
Qualifications
1+ year of work experience in related role preferred
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering or relevant field
High level of integrity and professionalism, with ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Excel and Google Suite, and the ability to quickly learn and master new software applications
Comfortable with ambiguity and risk
Ability to work collaboratively with team members
Passion for learning about new technologies and understanding their business potential
Top Skills
Toyota Research Institute Los Altos, California, USA Office
4440 El Camino Real, Los Altos, CA, United States, 94022
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