Forwards Fund is a private angel investor network that builds early-stage deep tech startups solving the greatest problems in critical infrastructure sectors. From energy, mining, and agriculture, to manufacturing, logistics, and defense, we focus on founders and ideas that have the potential to revolutionize the industries that keep humanity running. With a first principles approach and pioneering ambition, we help tomorrow's leaders in engineering and technology move the world forwards.
Role Description
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We're looking for college students passionate about building the next generation of deep tech. If you love startups, talking to founders, and want to work in the venture capital scene, this is the high-impact role for you. As a representative for Forwards Fund, you'll engage with student founders across your college campus, make posts/viral content, and procure potential investment opportunities.
Qualifications
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Currently enrolled in a 4-year college/university, Master's, or PhD program, in the following fields: marketing, finance, psychology, entrepreneurship, human-machine interface, data science, math, or engineering
Active in your college entrepreneurship/startup club
Strong verbal communication skills, time management, and critical thinking
Passionate about applying your degree and skills to enhance the critical infrastructure sectors
Benefits
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Hands-on experience in VC operations, angel investing, and deep tech finance
Exclusive access to startups, founders, and investors in our network
Compensation
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You get 10% of the carry on any deals that Forwards Fund angel investors close if:
You are the first person to refer the company to us
The company is not already in our database
The company is not already in communication with us
And we decide to invest