ASU Enterprise Partners
Venture Scout Fellow
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Job Description
- Req#: R933
Proactively source and identify high-potential startups that align with our program's investment focus areas
Attend entrepreneurial events across the ASU ecosystem
Participate in screening calls with founders
Get a first-hand look at how angel and venture capital investors make decisions by shadowing the full due diligence process for startups you identify
Support RealmSpark events that convene entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts
Make new connections between RealmSpark and ASU departments, faculty, or programs related to entrepreneurship
Support RealmSpark portfolio companies with project-based work as needed
Other duties as assigned
Curiosity and passion for innovation
Basic understanding of the venture capital process
A self-starter with strong work ethic and the ability to self-manage your time and priorities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with founders and investors
Ability to represent the institution well, including the ability and willingness to proactively initiate fundraising-related discussions with ASU alumni, faculty and other entrepreneurs as appropriate
Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to Enterprise Partners, its subsidiaries and University business and confidential prospect information
Attention to detail and thoroughness in completing assigned duties
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
An advocate’s belief in the vision of ASU as the New American University
Knowledge of Airtable or similar data management tool
Hybrid work schedule. We work from home two days a week !
$30 bi-weekly cell phone reimbursement
Hands-on experience in a professional environment
Professional development plans
Opportunity to network with ASUEP leaders and other ASU students
Access to LinkedIn Learning and their 8,000+ courses
Professional skills workshops
Venture Scout Fellow
RealmSpark identifies early-stage education technologies that empower the attainment of the university’s charter. RealmSpark provides mid- to long-term financial return for equity investments and/or “access for equity.” This double bottom line makes RealmSpark unique.
The Student Venture Scout Fellow will support the ASU RealmSpark team within ASU Enterprise Partners (ASUEP). The primary responsibility of this role is to assist with identifying promising early-stage startups for our investment programs. The Fellow will gain a deep understanding of current trends and emerging technologies through applied learning projects and will have exclusive access to mentors and thought leaders via the RealmSpark Lunch & Learn series.
This position will report directly to the director of RealmSpark and Investor Engagement and is expected to work approximately 5 hours per week, primarily remotely, on a flexible schedule. There will be bi-weekly in-person meetings on Fridays from 12-1 p.m. Additionally, there will be opportunities to participate in occasional evening events.
What you'll do:
What you'll need:
Relevant qualifications:
Must be an Arizona State University student pursuing a degree in science, technology, engineering, or a business-related field
Benefits:
At ASU Enterprise Partners:
We serve.
We serve the faculty and staff of ASU to bring them resources so they can do all the great things that they do.
We innovate.
We’re always looking for new ideas , new solutions , new approaches and new ways to address the challenges facing ASU.
We engage.
We engage our donors, philanthropists, investors and partners, connecting them to ASU and helping them share their time, talent and treasure.
We care.
When we serve, innovate and engage, it shows that we care — about faculty, staff, donors, fellow employees and other partners as we bring resources to ASU.
ASU Enterprise Partners and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer that is firmly committed to promoting justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion within our organization and throughout our sphere of influence. Because we embrace a spirit of innovation and achievement, we will endeavor to maximize the talent and potential of all employees, directors, and volunteers through bold and strategic action aimed at building success and a sense of belonging. All employees are expected to act in good faith to support these actions and to not impede the efforts of others to build a just, equitable , diverse, and inclusive organization.
ASU Enterprise Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer
About the company
ASU Enterprise Partners serves as the resource-raising arm of Arizona State University. As the parent organization of five nonprofits that are each tasked with identifying new revenue opportunities, ASU Enterprise Partners represents a new, innovative ...