Summer Intern 2026

16VC

Applications Closed

Posted about 1 month ago

Internship

New York, New York

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Smart Summary

As a Summer Investment Analyst Intern, you will evaluate startups, conduct market research, and support founder selection for programs. You will also review founder applications and assist with due diligence research.

This Summer 2026 Investment Analyst Internship is geared towards undergraduate (Junior/Senior) or Graduate students who have a strong interest in venture capital and startups. The role involves evaluating startups, conducting market research, and supporting founder selection. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, with preferred backgrounds in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or related fields.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Venture Capital

Market Research

Analytical Skills

Written Communication

Competitive Analysis

Due Diligence

Investment Memo Writing

Portfolio Monitoring

Job Description

16VC is a founder-first venture platform supporting early-stage startups through structured fellowships and accelerator programs.

We invest in ambitious operators across AI, SaaS, fintech, and frontier technologies.

The Summer 2026 Investment Analyst Internship is designed for students interested in venture capital, startup ecosystems, and early-stage investing.


Role Overview

As a Summer Investment Analyst Intern, you will work directly with the investment team to evaluate startups, conduct market research, and support founder selection for our programs.

This is a hands-on exposure role to early-stage venture investing.


Responsibilities

  • Review and screen founder applications

  • Conduct market and competitive analysis

  • Support due diligence research

  • Prepare investment memos

  • Track ecosystem trends (AI, SaaS, Fintech)

  • Assist with portfolio monitoring

  • Join founder pitch review sessions


What We’re Looking For

  • Undergraduate (Junior/Senior) or Graduate students

  • Strong interest in venture capital & startups

  • Analytical mindset

  • Excellent written communication

  • Ability to synthesize research clearly

Preferred Backgrounds:

  • Finance

  • Economics

  • Computer Science

  • Engineering

  • Business

  • Startup experience (bonus)


Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Naturally curious about markets

  • Reads tech & VC news regularly

  • Can evaluate ideas critically

  • Comfortable forming independent opinions

  • High ownership mindset


What You’ll Gain

  • Exposure to early-stage investing

  • Direct interaction with founders

  • Investment memo writing experience

  • Structured feedback

  • Performance-based reference / recommendation

Top-performing interns may be considered for:

  • Part-time Analyst role

  • Future full-time opportunities


16VC

16VC is a global venture capital firm investing in early-stage startups worldwide, focusing on category-defining innovations at Pre-Seed and Seed stages.

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