Innovation Programs & Community Coordinator

Plug and Play Platform Spain S.L; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Silicon Valley exposure

Collaborative environment

Career development across programs

Global platform

Job summary

Plug and Play Tech Center in San Jose is seeking a highly organized Community Associate to join our energy vertical and support a broad range of activities across community engagement, program delivery, business development, and the startup ecosystem.

The role requires hands-on work, strong organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while building relationships with startups, corporate partners, mentors, investors, and internal teams.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years in community engagement, business development, or program coordination.
• Experience in startup, accelerator, or innovation ecosystem preferred.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute programs, workshops, pitch sessions, and events (in-person and virtual).
• Coordinate with startups, partners, mentors, investors, speakers, and teams to deliver programs.
• Support startup engagement, onboarding, check-ins, communications, and feedback collection.
• Assist with event logistics, outreach, registration, materials, and vendor coordination.
• Track participation and prepare reports to improve participant experience.
• Support business development efforts and maintain accurate records in internal systems.

Skills

Community engagement

Business development

Program coordination

Startup ecosystem

Organizational skills

Communication

Job description

Plug and Play Tech Center in San Jose is seeking a highly organized Community Associate to join our energy vertical and support a broad range of activities across community engagement, program delivery, business development, and the startup ecosystem.

The role requires hands-on work, strong organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while building relationships with startups, corporate partners, mentors, investors, and internal teams.