Technology Analyst Intern - January 2022

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Job description

Who are we?

Since Starburst's inception, we've committed hard to positioning ourselves not just as a venture investor in aerospace and defense, but an innovation catalyst at the center of the global A&D ecosystem. What originally started as a match maker for multi-national corporations and government innovation stakeholders has blossomed into more than ten unique acceleration programs across the globe with a full-fledged venture fund soon to come.

Starburst works with 50+ global corporations and government agencies including NASA, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Space Fore, U.K. MoD, French DGA, ESA, German BDLI, Israel Aerospace Industries, Enterprise Singapore, and many more. The Starburst team is strategically positioned in the world's largest A&D hubs, including Los Angeles, Paris, Munich, Madrid, Singapore, Seoul, Tel-Aviv, and Mumbai.

Starburst's flagship Accelerator is a mentorship, strategic advisory, business development focused 12-month program that features eight work streams to prepare startups for Series A fundraising maturity. The program leverages Starburst's unique understanding of the global ecosystem and consulting arm to get startup founders on contract with the world's leaders in frontier technology.

Starburst through its different programs has invested in more than 60 start ups in the last 3 years alone, among them Airmap, Ampaire, ZeroAvia, Natilus, Whitefox, Momentus, Orbital Sidekick - all redefining an industry that's historically been dominated by just a handful of players.

What will you be doing?

Think of it as a cross of McKinsey project delivery, Google strategic analysis, Y-Combinator networking, Boeing supply chain, and NASA program support.

Help manage our deal flow funnel while supporting the accelerator & venture teams:

• Scouting, sourcing and identifying potential startups worthy of a Starburst investment;
• Prepare and manage startup one pagers and presentations for presenting to corporate partners & internal supervisors;
• Perform financial and written analysis of companies and industries, including the occasional development of valuation models, exit scenarios, pro-forma financial statements and comparable company analysis, to help in our due diligence process;
• Interface and coordinate with startup candidates, management of applications, and selection;
• Support with logistics for selection committees, matchmaking, office space, etc.;
• Supporting Supervisors with various tasks and activities

Keywords: Corporate Strategy, Business Development, Venture Capital, Tech Transfer, Startup Ecosystems, Finance

Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree to be completed by Spring/Summer 2022
• A clearly defined interest in Investment Banking, Private Equity, or Venture Capital
• Proven record of outstanding achievement in academic and extracurricular activities
• Strong quantitative skills focused on financial analysis, accounting and financial theory
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A high level of attention to detail
• The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high standard of work
• The ability to excel under pressure amid demanding deadlines
• The ability to perform effectively in a team environment
• High professional standards
• Demonstrated ability to quickly adapt to new situations
• A strong sense of personal integrity and teamwork
• A high level of energy and a keen desire to learn new concepts
• Independent thinker and proven ability to make decisions
• Related industry experience is an asset

What sort of work can you be doing in a few years time?

• Join a venture fund to help steer investments into emerging aerospace/defense technology
• Manage a corporate development fund and help shape business strategy in a major business
• Start your career in Investment Banking, Private Equity, etc. and help take some of the most promising private companies to the public markets
• Start your own business or join a startup, teaming up with some of the brightest minds

Location: El Segundo, CA

Beginning of internship: Beginning of January '22

Duration: 3+ months temporary with potential for full time employment post-graduation