Program Intern

Start2 Group is a global innovation leader taking your startup journey to the next level. As a premier startup ecosystem platform, we serve as the ultimate destination for growth-oriented startups, corporations, investors, and governments to shape and scale ventures with growth potential.

Founded in 2008, Start2 Group has consistently played a pivotal role in the success stories of thousands of startups, guiding them seamlessly from initial fundraising to global expansion. We operate in key markets across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East, shaping the future of innovation on a global scale.

We are seeking a Program Trainee to support the Corporate Innovation program and EIC programs and other adhoc startup programs, as assigned by the Regional Director. The candidate may also be required to support the Regional Director with special projects such as the roll-out of Airtable and coordinating with the program teams in Asia on reporting requirements from Global.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a dynamic startup ecosystem while maintaining strong organizational and process management skills. You will interact with internal teams and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds, helping ensure that regional programs are well-coordinated and executed effectively.

Roles & Responsibilities

For Corporate Innovation and EIC programs:

• Support program team with all aspects of the program from scouting of startups to planning of the program schedule and post-program reporting.
• Track program milestones, feedback and impact metrics.
• Coordinate with program teams, mentors, startups, partners and ecosystem stakeholders for the delivery of the assigned program(s).
• Support program on reporting where necessary and maintain accurate program documentation, schedules and databases.
• Maintain strong relationships with startups.
• Support program team in conducting workshops, webinars, mentoring sessions and networking events.
• Work with marketing team to support promotion and execution of the program and events.

Special projects, tools and systems:

• Support the Regional Director with special projects such as supporting with alumni management activities.
• Work with the program team to support the setup, management and optimization of Airtable databases to streamline program operations.
• Assist in other strategic or ad-hoc projects to enhance program delivery and efficiency, where required.

Key Qualifications

• Background in business administration or management or have taken business or entrepreneurship modules
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• An eye for design, flair for writing, detail-oriented
• Creative mindset
• Team player and able to work with teams with diverse cultural backgrounds
• Confident and able to work independently with little supervision
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic and willing to continuously learn and improve
• Flexible and adaptable, able to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks efficiently

Skills Required

• Able to use Microsoft office software particularly excel and powerpoint.
• Proficient in using Notion, Hubspot software and other AI programming software.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.