AI-First VC Scout & Deals Connector

Oceans; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceans is seeking a self-motivated, AI-native associate to join our team in New York or San Francisco/LA. You enjoy meeting founders in person, building trusted relationships, and sourcing early-stage ventures that fit our thesis.

You will drive deal flow, analyze markets, and engage with builders at events, campuses, and meetups. The role blends hands-on sourcing with technical curiosity and a collaborative mindset in a fast-moving venture environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years in VC, angel investing, venture firm scout, or building your own company.
• Deep relationships within the AI community, trusted ally.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication with young entrepreneurs.
• Mastery of AI tools and agents in personal life.

Responsibilities

• Increase top of funnel pipeline and drive outbound deal flow.
• Sourcing in AI Infrastructure + Application Layer, Space, Robotics, and Spatial Computing.
• Build relationships with young entrepreneurs and connect technically with engineers or researchers.
• Be active at tech events, college campuses, meetups, conferences, and other social activities.
• Help with market analysis and identify growth prospects and competitive dynamics.
• Love hacking on things; comfortable with AI coding tools.

Skills

Deal sourcing

Relationship building

AI tools & coding

Event networking

Independent & collaborative

Education

BA/BS in CS, business, or entrepreneurship

Tools

AI coding tools

Job description

Oceans is seeking a self-motivated, AI-native associate to join our team in New York or San Francisco/LA. You enjoy meeting founders in person, building trusted relationships, and sourcing early-stage ventures that fit our thesis.

You will drive deal flow, analyze markets, and engage with builders at events, campuses, and meetups. The role blends hands-on sourcing with technical curiosity and a collaborative mindset in a fast-moving venture environment.