Startup Programs & Partnerships Lead

Puerto-Rico-Science-Technology-; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Parallel18, a program of the Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust, seeks a Startup Specialist to support the development and growth of startups in the Xpand cohort in San Juan, PR. You will work closely with founders, investors, mentors, and partners to amplify the program's impact through communications and operations.

Ideal candidates are entrepreneurial, bilingual (English/Spanish), and adept at storytelling, social media, event coordination, and cross-team collaboration.

Qualifications

• BA or BS degree, preferably in Business Admin or STEM.
• 1–2 years in a fast-paced startup or innovation environment is a plus.
• Experience with community building, storytelling, or PR is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Manage a group of startups, bi-weekly meetings to validate progress and challenges.
• Coordinate bootcamps, events, workshops, and conferences as needed.
• Support storytelling, social media planning, content development, and newsletters.
• Draft and edit outreach materials for stakeholders, partners, and visibility.
• Connect startups with investors, mentors, companies, and universities.
• Support outreach to service providers for perks and benefits.

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Team collaboration

Fast learner

Attention to detail

Education

BA/BS in Business Administration or STEM

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Teams

Canva

Mailchimp

Google Slides

LinkedIn

Instagram

Job description

Parallel18, a program of the Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust, seeks a Startup Specialist to support the development and growth of startups in the Xpand cohort in San Juan, PR. You will work closely with founders, investors, mentors, and partners to amplify the program's impact through communications and operations.

Ideal candidates are entrepreneurial, bilingual (English/Spanish), and adept at storytelling, social media, event coordination, and cross-team collaboration.