Working Student Startup Programs Europe (Düsseldorf) (f/m/d)

Intern / Student, Part-time · Düsseldorf

Your mission

The Start2 Group is searching for a Working Student to support startup accelerator programs in Düsseldorf (especially Scale-up.NRW and Gateway Factory). This position requires an elementary understanding of entrepreneurship, a strong ability to learn, and passion for a career working with entrepreneurs and innovators.

Support the planning, development, and execution of one or more startup accelerator programs in Europe with topics including scaling, internationalization, and fundraising
Support the coordination of workshops and speaker sessions that address the core needs of startups
Work collaboratively within the program team to ensure the smooth execution of the program, including pre-participation, participation, and graduation activities
Organize workshops and meetings with startups to understand their challenges and take notes of startups’ meetings with mentors/partners/companies
Support program teams on event management and coordination as needed
Support the program's digital presence, including content creation and community engagement on social media platforms
Help in managing databases and tracking program metrics to evaluate success and areas for improvement

Your profile

Approaches challenge in a proactive, innovative manner, combined with resilience and a deep passion for supporting startups and fostering global innovation
A desire to learn how to present to and engage with external stakeholders
A team player always willing to help out with additional tasks when required
Willing to learn skills in cross-cultural communication and collaboration
Passionate about supporting global startups with expansion, scaling, and fundraising
Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
Comfortable learning various software tools such as Hubspot, Notion, Microsoft, ChatGPT, and others
Excellent command of written and spoken English. Ideal candidates are comfortable with conversational German in a business context
Currently enrolled in any university, preferably in the area of business administration, entrepreneurship, or technology
Previous learning experience in corporates, startups, corporate innovation, program management and/or accelerator programs is a plus
Able to travel up 10% of time (primarily Germany, ~5 to ~10 times annually)
Willing to have contract length be minimum of 6 months (ideally longer)

Why us?

A dynamic, entrepreneurial team environment with a strong commitment to helping European startups scale globally.
Significant autonomy coupled with a supportive, collaborative culture.
Flat organizational structure, offering ample opportunities for personal impact and growth.
A vast network within the startup ecosystem to support your sales and engagement efforts.
An international work atmosphere with flexible working arrangements, including homeoffice.

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About us

Start2 Group runs award-winning startup and innovation programs that connect the right people with the right opportunities.

Our work has been recognized globally, including being named one of Europe’s top startup hubs by the Financial Times and having German Accelerator ranked among the top 15 startup programs by CB Insights.

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