Internship (New York) Job at Founder Institute, Incorporated, New York, NY

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  • Founder Institute, Incorporated
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Are you passionate about the startup ecosystem? Do you dream of being at the forefront of innovation and entrepreneurship? This is your chance to be an integral part of an entrepreneurial journey from the very beginning.

The Founder Institute is the world's largest startup accelerator, having launched over 6,500 companies that have created over 20,000 new jobs. We are based in Silicon Valley but operate in over 180 cities worldwide, and our efforts have been documented in the  New York Times ,  BusinessWeek ,  Forbes ,  TechCrunch , and many more. We are a small team with a mission to help build companies that create over 1 million startup jobs, and you can help!

Role: NYC Chapter Intern
Duration: April 2026 – October 2026 (flexible). 5-10 hours/week.
Location: Remote with periodic in-person events

Key Responsibilities:

  • Accountability Checks: Ensure our founders are on track by performing weekly homework checks.
  • Weekly Summaries: Prepare and present weekly summaries for our Managing Directors of founder progress including strengths and weaknesses.
  • Weekly Cohort Sessions: Attend weekly cohort sessions when possible; support meeting logistics. 
  • Presentation Assistance: Aid in the preparation of pitches, demos, and other presentations.
  • Operational Duties: Assist with general day-to-day tasks and other duties as they arise to ensure smooth operations.
  • Event Planning:  Assist with planning and organizing startup ecosystem events.          

What We’re Looking For:

  • A genuine interest in startups and the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • A responsible individual who can manage tasks and deliver on time.
  • Excellent communication skills and an ability to synthesize information.
  • No prior experience required – just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to learn!

Benefits:

  • Unique Learning Experience: Engage closely with entrepreneurs, gaining insights into the startup lifecycle from ideation to fundraising.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with a community of passionate founders, mentors, and industry experts.
  • Course Credit: We will collaborate with your academic institution to ensure you receive course credit where applicable.
  • Build Your Resume: This experience will be an invaluable addition to your CV, showcasing your dedication, initiative, and entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Equity: Opportunity to earn equity in the graduating cohort companies. 

If you're ready to dive deep into the world of startups and play a pivotal role in shaping the next big idea, we want to hear from you!

How to Apply:


Please send your CV and one paragraph on why you are interested in the role.

Note: This is an unpaid internship opportunity. While we value the contributions of all our team members, as a pre-seed startup accelerator, we are currently unable to provide monetary compensation. We will work with your institution to support academic credit, and there is opportunity to receive a small amount of equity in graduating startups at the end of the fall cohort. 

Job Tags

Remote work, Worldwide, Flexible hours

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