Investment Trainee (US)

HashKey Capital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the venture capital space seeks an enthusiastic Investment Trainee to join a dynamic investment team. The role focuses on exploring investment opportunities in the rapidly evolving crypto and blockchain sectors. Candidates with a strong analytical background and passion for finance are ideal. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with professionals in a fast-paced environment, contributing to meaningful projects that shape the investment landscape.

Qualifications

• Basic degree in relevant fields required.
• Strong interest in crypto and blockchain technology.
• Required proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Source new investment opportunities in crypto and blockchain.
• Support due diligence with in-depth analysis.
• Attend industry events to expand the network.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Team spirit

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Python

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We are looking for an enthusiastic and intellectually curious Investment Trainee to join our venture investment team. This role is designed for candidates who are passionate about blockchain and crypto, eager to learn, and ready to contribute meaningfully to a fast-paced investment environment.

As a trainee, you will work closely with investment professionals to conduct research, evaluate deals, support due diligence, and contribute to portfolio monitoring and post-investment activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively source and identify new investment opportunities across the crypto and blockchain ecosystem.
• Build and maintain connections within both the crypto industry and traditional finance institutions to uncover deal opportunities and partnerships.
• Monitoring developments across all key segments in crypto space, synthesize findings and strategic insights to broader sectoral understanding.
• Support end-to-end investment due diligence by conducting in-depth analysis of project fundamentals, tokenomics, team composition, and business models. Translate findings into structured reports to help with investment decisions.
• Contribute to internal presentations and stakeholder communications on pipeline projects and portfolio updates.
• Attend industry events, demo days, and conferences to stay updated and expand the firm’s network.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or above in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, Math, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest in crypto, blockchain technology, and Web3 innovation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly.
• Self-starter with a proactive mindset, excellent time management, and team spirit.
• Fluent in English; Chinese language skills are a strong plus.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint is required; Python or other data analysis tools are a plus.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development, Finance, and Analyst

• Industries

  Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals and Investment Management

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