Intern, NY Ventures

Description Duties Description Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.Basic FunctionThe Intern will support the work of NY Ventures, Empire State Development’s venture capital investment arm, which promotes innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth across New York State. The Intern will assist investment and program staff with research, analysis, and administrative support related to venture capital activity, startup ecosystems, and state-supported innovation initiatives. This position provides an introduction to public-sector economic development, venture investing, and startup support programs. The intern works closely with the team supporting and investing in emerging and regional fund managers.Work Performed Conduct market, industry, or policy research related to other private/public innovation infrastructure programs and strategies to determine how to further improve on the work of NY Ventures. Partner with the Fund-of-Funds team to design and execute an intern-led research project incorporating fund manager interviews and market analysis, to produce curated insights for external communications, including LinkedIn and the website. Participate in due diligence and portfolio support activities for venture fund managers and portfolio companies, including reviewing submitted materials, conducting data collection and synthesis, shadowing manager interviews, and supporting the evaluation process. Support the preparation of briefing materials, presentations, dashboards, and internal reports for investment and operations teams. Assist with coordination of meetings, events, and stakeholder engagement activities across the NY Ventures ecosystem, as needed. Provide general administrative and project support as needed to advance NY Ventures initiatives.Learning Objectives/Skills To Be Developed Understanding of venture capital, investment management, and public-sector investment strategies Connection to New York State’s innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic development ecosystem Development of research, analytical, and written communication skills Experience analyzing complex information into clear summaries and presentations Professional skills including project coordination, time management, and collaboration within a government-affiliated organizationEducation Level Required Minimum Qualifications Current enrollment in an accredited undergraduate degree program in business, finance, economics, computer science, artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, technology, or a related fieldKnowledge RequiredInterest in venture capital, entrepreneurship, innovation, and economic developmentInterest in inclusive innovation, access to capital, and expanding access to venture funding across geographies and communitiesBasic understanding of business fundamentals, financial concepts, or startup ecosystemsProficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPointKnowledge of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, including familiarity with how it is used in business, research, and data analysis contextsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to conduct research, analyze information, and present findings clearlyAttention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environmentAdditional CommentsJune 15th – August 7th