The Founders' Associate Intern will assist the CEO in developing and implementing business strategies, operations, and finance in a startup environment.
Company Description
One of our portfolio companies is on a mission to revolutionize the entertainment industry. They are still in stealth, but the Founder is an experienced Entrepreneur and Investor. Their funding comes from leading VCs and Angels.
Job DescriptionAre you someone who gets stuff done? Do you have what it takes to drive a disruptive startup in strategy, operations and finance? Are you ready to disrupt an entire industry and make a dent in the universe? Then apply to become part of our founding team!
- Essentially be an extension of the CEO
- Have an outsized impact on shaping the company trajectory from day one
- Develop, test and operate new business models
- Technical as well as business backgrounds are welcome
- Experience working in fast-paced working environments incl. but not limited to High-Growth Start-ups, Tier 1 Strategy Consulting, PE/VC, Technical University Projects, own Founding Projects with demonstrable traction
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels
- Strong strategic planning and operational management skills, with a proven track record of delivering results
- You are proactive and get things done
- Interest in the media and entertainment space
- Be part of a young startup with an experienced founder and top-notch team
- Flat hierarchies, mutual appreciation, and a collaborative atmosphere in an international, young, and dynamic team
- High flexibility around working time and working remotely
Please note that this is an unpaid internship.
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