Investor Relations Associate (Fully Remote / Part-time Internship)

About Virtual InternshipsWe're on an ambitious and challenging mission to provide guaranteed internships to anyone, anytime, anywhere—no one else is doing this at our scale! Regardless of background, major, location, or career field, every student can gain invaluable experience at innovative companies worldwide, significantly enhancing their employability and career readiness. Trusted by universities, governments, foundations, and online education institutions, we’re transforming learners' lives globally.$14.3million Series A fundraise announced in September 2022, with investors including Hambro Perks, Sequoia India & Surge, Arsenal Growth, Kaplan, and Ascend Vietnam VenturesRanked 20th out of 13,000 organizations to “Escape To in 2023”Featured as a Top 100 EdTech Startup by HolonIQ in 2021, 2022, and 2023Rated as a Top 50 Rising Startup by Tech in Asia in 2022Remote-first with 100+ employees across 20+ countries globally B2B EdTech product, trusted by 100+ universities, 10,000+ interns, and 14,000+ companies One of the core values at VI is transparency. Therefore feel free to “try before you apply” by visiting our VI-P Guide, which includes our values, how we operate, how we build our packages, and a few other snippets of who we are!Your RoleOver the next 6–12 months, Virtual Internships may explore our next stage of investor fundraising — and we’re looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented Investor Relations Associate (Intern) to join our team. In this role, you’ll work directly with our CEO and CFO to support investor relations and fundraising initiatives that fuel our next phase of growth.This is a part-time, stipend-based internship offering hands-on exposure to the worlds of investment, financial analysis, and strategic communication — a unique opportunity to learn how fundraising really happens inside a fast-scaling global startup.What You’ll Be DoingAs an Investor Relations Associate, you will be responsible for driving efficiency, preparedness, and results across Virtual Internships’ upcoming investor relations by conducting a variety of tasks:ProspectingIdentify prospective investors in line with our target investor profile. Conduct comprehensive research on firms and funds and build a large pipeline and a detailed outreach plan by prioritizing different investors.Identify and prepare for various conferences and networking events.Pipeline ManagementManage and maintain robust data on active conversations, including tracking interactions, last communication dates, and key contacts.Provide clear next actions and next action dates and deadlines and support the fundraising team to stay on track with these.Prepare weekly pipeline and progress reports for the leadership team.Lead Nurturing, Preparation & SupportAssist in the creation of compelling presentations and materials for new and existing investors.Facilitate the scheduling of meetings with investors, ensuring optimal communication channels. Attend investor meetings, take notes and disseminate information.Draft follow-up emails and other communications that maintain strong relationships and move deals forward.Why You'll Love This RoleYou'll learn the ins and outs of startup fundraising — from prospecting and pipeline management to relationship building and closing deals.Learn how the startup/scaleup and private capital worlds collaborate to fuel global growth and innovation.Build a powerful mix of sales, communication, and analytical skills that will fast-track your career in business or venture capital.Work directly with a fun and supportive executive team that values curiosity, ownership, and impact.Be part of a mission-led company that’s redefining how young people access global career opportunities.Who We're Looking ForYour AttributesWe’re looking for someone who’s excited to roll up their sleeves, dive into the details, and help shape how we connect with investors during an exciting phase of growth:Analytical Mindset: You love digging into data and market trends to uncover insights that guide decisions.Strong Written and Verbal Communication Skills: You can turn complex ideas into crisp, engaging stories — whether it’s through a presentation deck or an investor email.Detail-Oriented: You notice the small things that make a big difference, from perfectly formatted numbers to polished investor materials.Proactive Attitude: Willingness to take initiative, learn fast, and contribute to the overall success of the funding preparation process.Team Player: You thrive in a fast-moving, cross-functional team and know how to make things happen together.Your ExperienceUndergraduate student or recent graduate in finance, business, economics, or a related field, preferably from top global business schools.Previous internship experience in finance, investor relations, or a related area is advantageous.Proficient in G Suite, particularly Sheets and Slides.Familiarity with financial modeling and analysis is a plus.Enthusiasm for tech startups.You stand out from the crowd if:You have worked at a Series A or Series B scaleupConsider this our wish-list. We know there will be great candidates that don't meet every one of these criteria—if you're passionate about the role and have early-stage startup experience, we'd still love to hear from you.Virtual Internships Perks and Benefits Remote-First: All roles at VI are currently and will remain remote - flexibility to work from anywhereFlexible Working Hours: Start earlier, leave earlier, take a shorter lunch, or leave later, it's totally up to you.Flexible VI-er Budget: You’ll receive a flexible budget of $1,000 per year that you can use on but not limited to your work setup, personal wellness, or professional development.Post Internship: Support with references, LinkedIn profile building to help with the next stages of your career journey.Equality & DiversityVirtual Internships is an equal opportunity employer, committed to equality and diversity amongst both our employees and prospective applicants. We ensure all applicants are treated equally and fairly throughout our recruitment process.