HIGHTABLE
Website:
HighTable.com
Company:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/hightablevc
Industries: Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
Job details:
About HIGHTABLE
HIGHTABLE is a global startup ecosystem platform helping founders scale through Go-To-Market (GTM), fundraising, strategic partnerships, community building, investor access, and cross-border expansion. The platform connects startups, investors, corporates, family offices, accelerators, and ecosystem leaders across multiple geographies.
We are looking for a highly energetic and entrepreneurial Growth & Partnerships Intern who wants hands-on exposure to startup ecosystems, venture capital, innovation networks, events, and business development.
What You'll DoPartnership Development
- Identify and engage potential ecosystem partners, corporates, investors, VCs, accelerators, incubators, and startup communities.
- Support strategic partnership outreach and relationship management.
- Coordinate partnership discussions and follow-ups.
- Maintain and update partnership pipelines and CRM databases.
Growth & Business Development
- Generate qualified leads across startups, founders, investors, and enterprise ecosystems.
- Assist in GTM campaigns and community growth initiatives.
- Support founder onboarding and ecosystem engagement activities.
- Research emerging startup sectors, innovation trends, and market opportunities.
Community & Ecosystem Building
- Engage with founders, investors, CXOs, and startup leaders.
- Support curated networking events, mixers, roundtables, and ecosystem programs.
- Manage community communications through LinkedIn, WhatsApp, email, and other channels.
- Build relationships with startup communities and industry associations.
Events & Strategic Initiatives
- Assist in planning and executing startup events, conferences, and investor connect programs.
- Coordinate speaker, partner, and attendee engagement.
- Support post-event reporting and partnership outcomes.
Research & Intelligence
- Conduct market mapping and ecosystem research.
- Create databases of startups, investors, corporates, and ecosystem stakeholders.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and partnership briefs.
Who We're Looking ForMust-Have Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Interest in startups, venture capital, innovation, and business ecosystems.
- Excellent networking and relationship-building abilities.
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Self-driven, proactive, and entrepreneurial mindset.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace, Excel, LinkedIn, and CRM tools.
Preferred
- Prior internship experience in business development, partnerships, community, events, or startups.
- Active presence on LinkedIn and professional communities.
- Understanding of startup fundraising, GTM, or venture ecosystems.
What You'll Gain
- Direct exposure to founders, investors, VCs, family offices, and corporate leaders.
- Opportunity to work closely with the Founder's Office and leadership team.
- Real-world experience in partnerships, GTM, community building, and ecosystem development.
- Access to exclusive startup events and networking opportunities.
- Potential pathway to a full-time Growth, Partnerships, or Founder's Office role.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Number of partnership conversations initiated.
- Qualified ecosystem introductions generated.
- Startup and investor engagement metrics.
- Event participation and community growth.
- Strategic partnerships closed and activated.
- Pipeline contribution to business growth initiatives.
Why Join HIGHTABLE?
At HIGHTABLE, you won't just intern—you'll build relationships with founders, investors, corporates, and ecosystem leaders shaping the future of innovation. If you're passionate about startups, growth, partnerships, and building meaningful networks, this role offers a front-row seat to the startup ecosystem.
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