Full-Time 6-Month Internship at Global Founders Capital Venture Capital

About Global Founders Capital

Global Founders Capital is a globally focused venture capital firm managing over $1 billion in assets. With offices across Berlin, Munich, San Francisco, London, Paris, and Beijing, the fund supports entrepreneurs around the world, offering rich experience drawn from successful ventures including eBay, LinkedIn, Facebook, DeliveryHero, and Canva. Their culture is entrepreneurial, focused on empowering innovative start-ups.

Role Overview

This position offers a full-time internship for six months within the London team, aimed at providing exposure to venture capital deal flow and analysis. There is potential for transition into a permanent role after completion of the internship period.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and propose investment opportunities using data-driven research channels.
• Screen deals by communicating with prospects and evaluating investment potential.
• Analyze company-provided materials thoroughly to assess viability.
• Conduct comprehensive industry mapping and competitive landscape studies.
• Perform market sizing exercises and research on competitors.
• Develop financial models to rigorously test unit economics under varying scenarios.
• Supplementary tasks may include programming activities using Python or Java.

Candidate Profile and Requirements

• Possession of EU citizenship or valid right to work in the UK is mandatory.
• Currently enrolled in or a graduate from a prestigious university with an excellent academic record.
• A demonstrated history of personal, academic, and professional accomplishments.
• An entrepreneurial mindset combined with an avid interest in technology and start-ups, ideally supported by relevant work experience.
• Previous internships or experiences in start-ups, elite consulting firms, data science companies, investment banking, or venture capital are highly advantageous.
• Ability to operate independently while maintaining structured and goal-focused work habits.
• Strong numerical and analytical aptitude, capable of making informed decisions through data interpretation and intuition.
• Team player with ambition and motivation to grow in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information and Benefits

• Dynamic workplace that fosters continuous learning and challenge-driven growth.
• A flat organizational structure allowing space for individual ideas and contributions.
• Opportunity for conversion into a full-time employee post-internship based on performance.