Startup Program Associate (m/f/d)

BRYCK; Essen; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 50.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A startup incubator located in Essen is seeking a Program Associate to support the planning and execution of programs. The role involves coordinating events, assisting startups, and maintaining critical networks. Ideal candidates are organized with strong multitasking skills and have a basic understanding of the startup ecosystem, plus excellent English and German language capabilities. This position offers a vibrant startup environment within a prestigious program aimed at driving innovation in various sectors.

Qualifikationen

• Strong multitasking skills and ability to stay organized.
• Initial experience in project management or startup scene preferred.
• Basic understanding of startup challenges is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills in German and English.

Aufgaben

• Support the Startup Program Manager in program planning.
• Coordinate appointments and workshops.
• Assist startups with organizational matters.
• Prepare reports and communication materials.
• Maintain relationships with mentors and partners.
• Support recruiting of startups.

Kenntnisse

Organized

Multitasking

Strong communication

Team player

Independent

Calm under pressure

Fluent in German

Fluent in English

Jobbeschreibung

Your mission

Are you highly organized and interested in startups and innovation?

As a Program Associate (m / f / d), you will support our team in planning and executing programs, assist startups, and ensure smooth operations. Join our team and gain valuable experience in the startup ecosystem!

• Support the Startup Program Manager (m / f / d) in planning and executing programs
• Coordinate appointments, workshops, and events
• Assist participating startups (first point of contact for organizational matters)
• Prepare reports, presentations, and communication materials
• Maintain the network of mentors, investors, startups, and partners
• Support in recruiting startups

Your profile

• You are highly organized and have strong multitasking skills.
• Ideally, you have initial experience in project management or the startup scene.
• You have a basic understanding of startups and the challenges they face.
• You are a strong communicator, a team player, and enjoy working with people.
• You work independently, are reliable, and stay calm and focused even in stressful situations.
• You have excellent German and English skills.

About us

The BRYCK Startup Alliance is a joint venture of leading universities, corporates, and investors in the Ruhr region, designed to become a European deep-tech hotspot. With strong academic roots, significant investment power, and a unique ecosystem, the alliance drives innovation, builds scalable ventures, and creates international impact from its home at the Colosseum in Essen.

Recognized as one of Germany’s official EXIST Startup Factories, the BRYCK Startup Alliance supports science-based startups in fields such as energy, materials, health, and intelligent systems, helping to turn the Ruhr region into a European innovation hub.

Be part of shaping the future of innova tion and startups — we look forward to receiving your application.