Operations Associate, Techstars Alabama Energy Tech Fall 2026

Techstars; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Job summary

Techstars Alabama EnergyTech in Birmingham, Alabama is seeking an Operations Associate for the August–December 2026 program. The role supports day-to-day operations, coordinates events, and assists with program materials and logistics, including travel within Alabama.

The position requires 1–3 years in fast-paced project/program management, strong interest in technology startups, and a Bachelor’s degree. Travel with the cohort is required.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in fast-paced project or program management focused position.
• Experience in event planning and event logistics.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. and currently live in the Birmingham area.

Responsibilities

• Engage with Techstars founders and plan activities, meetings and events.
• Coordinate scheduling of mentors, corporate partners, founders, and sponsors visits.
• Support with execution of content and curriculum of the program and with event planning.

Skills

Project management

Event planning

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Operations Associate, Techstars Alabama Energy Tech Fall 2026

Birmingham, Alabama, United States

The Operations Associate role is responsible for administrative duties and supports operational execution throughout the duration of the Techstars Alabama EnergyTech accelerator program. You will assist with the day-to-day operations of the Techstars program and ensure that all needs of the program and its cohort are met.

There’s no job too big or too small; you’ll work closely in partnership with the program team to build an incredible experience for founders. Logistics experience as well as familiarity with the early stage startup ecosystem is preferred. A willingness to learn, comfort tackling new problems, and ability to execute is a must. You’ll need to be flexible and willing and able to pitch in with whatever unforeseen needs the program team and founders may have.

This is a fixed-term full-time position with the Techstars Alabama EnergyTech program from August - December, 2026.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Engage with Techstars founders and plan activities, meetings and events that drive them toward success
• Coordinate the scheduling of mentors, corporate partners, founders, and sponsors visits
• Follow best practices and execute upon outlined content and curriculum of the program
• Support with event planning and own operational aspects of executing events, including our in person program trips and end of program Demo Day event
• Office management & logistics
• Create high-quality program materials, including presentation decks, event registration pages (Eventbrite), digital graphics, and other branded assets to support events, founder communications, and marketing efforts.
• Manage social media pages for program (LinkedIn) by posting program updates and highlighting founder successes during program
• Willing to travel with the cohort during program opportunities in Alabama
• Represent Techstars in local community, both actively and passively

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in fast-paced project or program management focused position
• Strong interest in the discourse around technology, startups, entrepreneurship, venture capital
• Proven attention to detail through prior work or life experience
• Experience in event planning and event logistics
• Comfortable with a variety of responsibilities
• Comfortable with a minimal amount of direction but high expectations
• Fits the Techstars culture (people-oriented, adaptable, supportive, creative)
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Currently live in Birmingham area

We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet 100% of the qualifications

Compensation: $25/hour

Start/End Dates: August 31- December 11th, 2026