This is a role with a startup in the Blackstone LaunchPad internship program, through this company’s relationship with LaunchPad partner, HBCUFI.
Please note all hiring decisions are made by each applicable company. Students are encouraged to conduct their own research and diligence on each employer and on any internship opportunity offered by any employer. Learn more about HBCUFI here
This is a role with a startup in the Blackstone LaunchPad internship program, through this company’s relationship with LaunchPad partner, HBCUFI. This role is exclusively for HBCU students. Learn more about HBCUFI here. Please note all hiring and employment-related decisions, including compensation and the terms and conditions of employment, are made by each applicable company. Students are encouraged to conduct their own research and diligence on each employer and on any internship opportunity offered by any employer.
About the program:
Blackstone LaunchPad is committed to equipping primarily first generation and low-income college students with career skills and exposure for career success. Learn more here. The Blackstone LaunchPad Summer Internship Program connects students to meaningful opportunities at Blackstone and LaunchPad employer partners: Blackstone portfolio companies and select startups. Please note all hiring and employment-related decisions, including compensation and the terms and conditions of employment, are made by each applicable company. Students are encouraged to conduct their own research and diligence on each employer and on any internship opportunity offered by any employer.
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Nex Cubed is a pre-seed venture accelerator on a mission to invest in and uplift underrepresented founders and underserved communities.
As a Nex Cubed Intern, you will have the opportunity to work on a number of impactful projects and gain insight and exposure to all aspects of the business. This role is designed for someone with great attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and looking to develop professional experience in a startup environment. If you excel in team-based interaction, project management, and goal setting, this position is for you. This role provides an opportunity to work closely with the Nex Cubed team to increase brand awareness and generate new business opportunities.
In this role you will:
- Assist in updating the status of and tracking our 80+ portfolio companies
- Assist marketing team with website updates, copywriting, reviewing, editing, and proofreading content for company blog, newsletter, social media posts, etc.
- Support staff by providing actionable insights including market trends, forecasts, and account analyses
- Contribute to team discussions and brainstorm new ideas for improving the Nex Cubed website and company brand as a whole
- Perform an audit on our Mentor Lookbook and update as needed
- Assist team with sourcing startups for the Nex Cubed HBCU Founders Fund
- Assist team with sourcing revenue generating opportunities
Job Requirements include:
- Enrolled in or recently graduated from a relevant academic program.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to adapt to new environments and learn quickly.
- Demonstrated initiative and a proactive approach to tasks.
- Collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
- Analytical and critical thinking skills to solve challenges independently.
- Efficient time management to meet deadlines and balance multiple tasks.
- Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in work.
- Eagerness to acquire new skills and take on new responsibilities.
- Maintaining a professional demeanor in all interactions.
- Willingness to take on additional responsibilities and contribute beyond assigned tasks.
- A positive and optimistic approach to challenges.
- Receptive to constructive feedback and willing to learn from it.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements.
- Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective research skills to gather information and stay informed.
- Basic understanding of project management principles.
- Genuine interest in the field and a desire to explore and contribute.