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Moravia

Linguistic Tester - Cupertino, CA

Cupertino, CA · On-site

We deliver localization, language quality, technology consulting, testing and content optimization ... Korean, French (Canada), Polish and Portuguese (Portugal). Our client is a Fortune 100 company ...

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Program & Events Intern (Korean team)

Plugandplaytechcenter

Sunnyvale, CA

$18 - $23.25/hr

Other

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

WHO WE ARE


Plug and Play Tech Center is the ultimate innovation platform, bringing together the best startups

and the world's largest corporations to create the most meaningful connections that bring

innovation to anyone, anywhere. With over 60 locations worldwide and a portfolio of over 30

unicorns (including PayPal, Honey, and Dropbox), we are on a mission to bring the benefits of

Silicon Valley to every corner of the world.


WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR


We are seeking a high-energy, bilingual (Korean/English) Program Intern to join our HQ

Korea Taskforce. This is a full-time conversion role for a high-performing intern who has

demonstrated the "Plug and Play hustle," meticulous organization, and the ability to navigate

complex cross-border partnerships.


As a Program Intern, you will be the bridge between Silicon Valley and the Korean

innovation landscape. You will support senior leadership in managing high-stakes programs for

Korean corporations and government entities while driving business development (BD)

momentum in the U.S.


HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE


A) Program & Partnership Excellence


Execute Cross-Border Programs: Lead the planning and delivery of innovation

programs in key sectors: Mobility, Smart City, Sustainability, and Physical AI

(Aerospace/Defense).

Bilingual Reporting: Own the drafting, translation, and localization of professional

proposals and reports for public-sector and corporate partners

Stakeholder Liaison: Coordinate deliverables and communications between Sunnyvale

HQ, our regional Korea offices, and partner organizations to ensure global alignment.


B) Business Development & Pipeline Discipline


Operational Powerhouse: Support the BD pipeline by managing senior leadership's

scheduling, ensuring timely follow-ups, and tracking partner meeting outcomes.

Accountability Tracking: Maintain active task tracking for ongoing BD and partnership

responsibilities using Rocketlane and Salesforce.
CRM Management: Ensure all records, client correspondence, and project milestones

are accurately documented in Salesforce to maintain data integrity.


C) Operations & Logistics Coordination


Delegation Management: Lead the logistical planning for visiting Korean delegations,

including meeting calendars, site visits, and high-profile event schedules.

Cross-Functional Synergy: Collaborate with PNP's Ventures, Events, and Marketing

teams to ensure Korean startups are fully integrated into the Silicon Valley ecosystem.



REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:



Background: Bachelor's degree in Business, International Relations, or a related field

(Master's preferred).

Bilingual Mastery: Professional-level fluency in Korean and English (written and

spoken). Must be capable of professional writing in Hangul Program (HWP).

Technical: Hands-on experience with Salesforce, Rocketlane, Google

Workspace, and Microsoft Office. Proficiency in Photoshop and macOS is a plus.

Discipline: Strong time management skills with a proven ability to prioritize multiple

concurrent BD and program tasks with minimal supervision.

Flexibility: Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate time zone differences with

partners in Korea.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:


Prior experience in Startup, Venture Capital (VC), or Corporate Venture Capital

(CVC) environments.

Familiarity with government-funded acceleration cycles and reporting nuances.

Knowledge of emerging technologies in Mobility, Physical AI, or Defense Tech.


WHAT WE OFFER:


Global Exposure: Work at the forefront of innovation, connecting with C-suite

executives and unicorn founders.

Career Growth: A fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where performance is

rewarded with increased ownership.

Vibrant Culture: Join a dynamic, international team that values teamwork, intellectual

curiosity, and "building from scratch."


Apply