Intern

Plug and Play; Valencia; Presencial; Jornada completa

Descripción del empleo

WHO WE ARE:

Plug and Play Tech Center is the ultimate innovation platform, bringing together the best startups and the world's largest corporations to create the most meaningful connections that bring innovation to anyone, anywhere. We are on a mission to bring the benefits of Silicon Valley to all corners of the world. Each year, hundreds of entrepreneurs join our vertical-specific accelerator programs to team up with our corporate members or receive a direct investment from Plug and Play.

Plug and Play has over 60 locations across the world and our corporate members include: Prologis, Walmart, Coca Cola, Eli Lilly, University Hospitals, Zimmer Biomet, Duke Energy, Tavistock, Guidewell, Doosan Bobcat, UCF, and over 500 more. Plug and Play's corporate members utilize Plug and Play to identify the best startups to meet their challenges. Plug and Play's proven investment track record includes Honey, Dropbox, Lending Club, Kustomer, Einride, and many more.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We are looking for someone to support the execution of innovation paths and the entire partnership lifecycle, from startup sourcing to facilitating strategic collaboration with corporate partners, as well as contributing to the execution of acceleration programs. This role provides exposure to the full innovation lifecycle and supports project coordination while developing research and analytical skills.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

Startup Sourcing & Market Analysis

• Research and analyze emerging technologies and market trends
• Proactively identify, qualify, and track promising early-stage startups and founding teams in the EMEA region.
• Assist the senior team in the evaluation of potential investment and partnership opportunities from various sources.

Program Management

• Manage ventures-related activities across multiple accelerator programs.
• Support local teams across different regions in executing venture activities within accelerator programs.

Ecosystem & Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with the entire innovation ecosystem, including startups, scale-ups, corporate partners, and relevant stakeholders (government, universities, clusters).
• Expand the organizational network and research capabilities, ensuring a robust community around the innovation vertical.

Operational & Administrative Support

• Provide essential operational and administrative support, including scheduling and facilitating meetings with all leads and partners, helping in the organization and execution of events, managing data in tracking systems (CRM), assisting vertical leads, and performing additional administrative tasks as needed for the execution.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Student or recent graduate in a relevant field (Engineering, Economics, Business, or a related discipline)
• An advanced level of English is essential. It would be a plus to have a third language.
• Strong demonstrated interest and understanding of the startup ecosystem and technology trends.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Be part of Plug and Play - the biggest and fastest-growing startup innovation platform globally with locations worldwide
• Be at the forefront of innovation and get access to groundbreaking technologies
• Build a strong global network of startups, VCs, and corporate leaders.
• Work in a dynamic, international team with a vibrant and open culture.
• Contribute your own ideas and take ownership of impactful projects.
• All CVs must be submitted in English