Connecticut Innovations (CI) is seeking to strengthen its venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success by hiring interns for its AI/Q Venture Team. The goal is to gain hands-on venture capital experience and contribute to identifying and supporting high-potential companies at the intersection of artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and deep tech.
Requirements
- Current MBA or bachelor's student studying finance, business, computer science, engineering, or a related field
- Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation within AI, quantum computing, or deep tech
Responsibilities
- Collect and analyze data on portfolio activity, AI and quantum computing markets, competitors, and emerging technologies
- Support investment monitoring, financial analysis, and market research
- Assist with due diligence, including business plan assessment and company evaluations
- Build financial models and prepare presentations for the CI Investment Committee
- Contribute to lead generation, sourcing, and business development activities
Other
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's program in finance, business administration, computer science, engineering, or a related field. Students pursuing an MBA or a master's degree in a technical field are encouraged to apply.
- Based in or studying in Connecticut
- Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven
- Passionate about startups and community building
- Curious, proactive, and adaptable
- Highly organized with strong follow-through
- Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor
