Venture Capital Associate

Venture Capital Associate

(Example Opportunity via Career Launch)

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About the Role

Title: Venture Capital Associate

Location: SF, NYC, LA, Remote

Firm Type: Seed / Series A / Multi-Stage VC Fund

Role Type: Full-Time

As a VC Associate, you’ll work closely with partners to source deals, assess startups, and support portfolio companies. This role is both analytical and relational — ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of market research, founder interaction, and investment judgment.

What You’ll Do:

• Identify promising founders and startups in key verticals through outbound sourcing and warm networks
• Conduct market research, create investment theses, and draft memos for the IC
• Participate in pitch meetings, diligence calls, and industry events
• Work with portfolio founders on hiring, growth, and GTM initiatives
• Maintain CRM, investment pipeline, and ongoing market intelligence tracking

Ideal Candidate:

• 1–3 years in consulting, investment banking, product, or startup operations
• Passion for startups, new markets, and emerging technologies
• Strong writing and presentation skills; experience drafting IC memos is a plus
• High initiative, curiosity, and EQ — founders trust and respect your input