Entrepreneurship Venture Support Intern (Work-Study)

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Virginia's Foundry, UVA’s hub for entrepreneurship and student Founder advising, is seeking critical thinkers for a Venture Support internship. You will document programming, connect student Founders with mentors, and help organize events to keep ventures moving while balancing coursework.

Ideal candidates are customer‑facing, collaborative, and proactive, with a strong interest in entrepreneurship.

Qualifications

• Resume and cover letter required.
• LinkedIn profile optional.
• Education: Current UVA undergraduate student.

Responsibilities

• Documenting programming.
• Assigning advisors and mentors supporting student Founders.
• Managing and maintaining lines of communication with student Founders and venture teams.
• Assisting with events and workshops.
• Connecting students with resources and maintaining resources managed by The Foundry.
• Special projects as needed.
• Outreach and at-large promotion and representation of The Foundry on Grounds.
• Documentation of events, workshops, speakers, etc.
• Hands-on experience in entrepreneurial advising and consulting.

Skills

Entrepreneurship interest

Customer-facing

Communication skills

Independent worker

Proactive mindset

Business/consulting/entrepreneurship

Teamwork

Education

Current UVA undergraduate student

Job description

The University of Virginia's Foundry, UVA’s hub for entrepreneurship and student Founder advising, is seeking critical thinkers for a Venture Support internship. You will document programming, connect student Founders with mentors, and help organize events to keep ventures moving while balancing coursework.

Ideal candidates are customer‑facing, collaborative, and proactive, with a strong interest in entrepreneurship.