Founder Intern
Baltimore, MD
Entry Level · Internship
Posted 2 years ago
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This role is preferably in-person (but remote is available), part-time position for students at 10-20 hours per week ($15.00-$17.00/Hr). We will be looking to hire several interns with immediate start dates. Program runs 11/15/21 to 3/1/22.

Ideal candidates will be enrolled at least part-time at any educational institute (Vocational, trade, high school, college, etc.)

The Techstars Equitech program, run in partnership with UpSurge Baltimore, is a new accelerator focused on investing in startups through the Equitech lens - prioritizing leadership by underrepresented founders, diverse teams and solutions that aim to address systemic societal challenges. Our partner, UpSurge Baltimore , was launched earlier this year to make the city a top-tier innovation hub, using the Equitech framework to carve a place in the national innovation conversation as the first-ever inclusive tech economy.

As a Founder Intern you will work directly with the founding teams, helping build the next amazing batch of Baltimore and global startups as they grow from early stage to venture-backed companies. From entrepreneurs, to investors, to mentors, your network is about to explode. You will have the opportunity to sit in on mentor meetings to get to know the best entrepreneurs and investors in the city, up close and personally. You will also have access to full involvement in Techstars Equitech and Upsurge social events with the founders and local community.

It's basically a chance to get amazing experience, broaden your network in ways you could never imagine, get exposure to some of the greatest up and coming companies and teams in the country. Historically, most interns end up being employed by one of the teams or by someone they met during the span of the three months. Many also go on to build their own companies and start a flourishing career in technology and entrepreneurship.

General Job Description

As an intern, you will be working directly with Techstars staff and the portfolio company founders in a very hands-on environment. You will serve as a key member of the accelerator throughout the 12 week program until March 1, 2022. Tasks will revolve around research, sales, data, and customer-centric projects along with mentorship from the Techstars staff and community.

We are looking for individuals who are excited about supporting startups that have goals to change the world, and Baltimore, in the process.

Ideal candidates will be students who enjoy studying liberal arts, design, engineering, business, or entrepreneurship and are passionate about technology. This is an incredibly unique experience to learn how a company is built by founders and an opportunity to play an instrumental role in supporting the Baltimore startup community.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated interest in technology, startups, entrepreneurship, venture capital, etc.
  • Currently enrolled at least part-time at any local Baltimore educational institute
  • Able to jump in and complete any task quickly and effectively
  • Willing to help at anytime with the program operations
  • Be a problem solver and effective communicator
  • A positive outlook, desire to learn and meet new people, lots of energy and enthusiasm
  • Able to work in person during the program
  • Optional: Familiarity with the venture capital or local Baltimore startup ecosystem

Testimonials

  • Naomi Lane - Becoming a Techstars Associate (for the second time)
  • Vlad Romaov - My Experience as a Technical Associate at Techstars
  • Dirk Lehmann – Techstars Associate Programme: The Better Startup MBA?
  • Duc Luan Dam - Luan, do you ever sleep? (Being an Associate at Techstars part 1)

About 2021 Equitech Class

  • Aleria

taking the guesswork out of diversity & inclusion

  • Athlyic

Athlytic is a marketplace that connects student athletes to endorsement opportunities

  • EcoMap Technologies, Inc

EcoMap builds platforms that help people navigate ecosystems, from entrepreneurial communities to corporate networks and beyond

  • Equal Finance, Inc.

We provide small-dollar interest-free lending payable up to 36 months for working families and individuals.

  • Femly

Femly increases access to eco-friendly & sustainable personal care

  • MindStand Technologies

Fostering inclusive workplaces, one post at a time

  • Paperstack

Fractional CFO for E-Commerce Sellers

  • Sparen Homes

A person-to-person real estate marketplace where people can buy and sell real estate themselves without a bank or an agent.

  • SportsHi

SportsHi expands student opportunities

  • SURU together Ltd

PSi is a scalable social audio platform to make better decisions with your community.

  • Upfront Online Inc.

Upfront is consolidating and transforming child care data at scale so parents, providers, and government agencies can have a single source of truth for the very first time.

  • Zimbali Networks

Zimbali Networks - The Future of Digital Bank Infrastructure

About Techstars

The Techstars worldwide network helps entrepreneurs succeed. Founded in 2006, Techstars began with three simple ideas—entrepreneurs create a better future for everyone, collaboration drives innovation, and great ideas can come from anywhere. Now we are on a mission to enable every person on the planet to contribute to, and benefit from, the success of entrepreneurs. In addition to operating accelerator programs and venture capital funds, we do this by connecting startups, investors, corporations, and cities to help build thriving startup communities. Techstars has invested in more than 2,500 companies with a combined market cap of more than $200B. www.techstars.com

Techstars is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental handicaps or disabilities, marital status, Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity nor any other basis prohibited by law.

Techstars
Techstars is the global platform for investment and innovation.
Size:  251-500 employees
Funding Level:  Mid-stage Startup
Total Amount Raised:  $103.8 M
Year Founded:  2006
Investors
Foundry Group
Silicon Valley Bank
ACE & Company
RRE Ventures
IA Ventures
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