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Summer Venture Capital Intern

Portola Valley, CA ยท On-site

$21 - $28/hr

ABOUT THE SUMMER INTERN ROLE Summer Internship for MBA candidates with 4+ years of work experience ... about venture capital and growth investing in sustainability technology companies, there is no ...

Summer Venture Capital Intern

Portola, CA ยท On-site

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

ABOUT THE SUMMER INTERN ROLE Summer Internship for MBA candidates with 4+ years of work experience ... about venture capital and growth investing in sustainability technology companies, there is no ...

Venture Capital Analyst Intern

Chicago, IL ยท On-site

$80 - $100/hr

In addition to a summer of meaningful work, you'll have plenty of time to explore the city with ... DRW Venture Capital is a private investor in financial and enterprise technology. Our team focuses ...

In addition to a summer of meaningful work, you'll have plenty of time to explore the city with ... DRW Venture Capital is a private investor in financial and enterprise technology. Our team focuses ...

... of venture capital. While shadowing and supporting partners at G2, the Analyst will: * Meet ... Summer 2027. LOCATION Our office is in Portola Valley, California. Most of the team works in the ...

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How much do summer venture capital jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer venture capital in the United States is $17.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a summer venture capital role?

Summer Venture Capital roles are typically internship positions at venture capital firms, usually offered to students or recent graduates during the summer months. These roles provide hands-on experience in evaluating startups, conducting market research, supporting investment decisions, and working closely with venture capital professionals. Interns gain exposure to the deal flow process, meet entrepreneurs, and learn about the startup ecosystem. It's an excellent opportunity for those interested in a career in venture capital or entrepreneurship to build their network and develop relevant skills.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a summer venture capital analyst?

To thrive as a Summer Venture Capital Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, financial modeling proficiency, and a background in business, finance, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Excel, financial databases (e.g., PitchBook, Crunchbase), and presentation software is typically required. Exceptional communication, networking ability, and curiosity about startups and emerging industries are valuable soft skills. These capabilities are crucial for evaluating investment opportunities, supporting deal flow, and contributing effectively within fast-paced investment teams.

What types of projects or tasks can I expect to work on during a summer venture capital internship?

As a Summer Venture Capital intern, you'll typically support deal sourcing, conduct market research, help evaluate potential investments, and assist in preparing investment memos or presentations. You may also attend pitch meetings with startups, analyze trends in various industries, and collaborate with both investment professionals and portfolio company founders. This hands-on exposure helps you gain a practical understanding of how investment decisions are made and how venture capital firms operate on a daily basis.

What is the difference between Summer Venture Capital vs Summer Private Equity Analyst?

AspectSummer Venture CapitalSummer Private Equity Analyst
CredentialsUndergraduate degree, strong interest in startups and entrepreneurshipUndergraduate degree, finance or business background
Work EnvironmentStartups, early-stage companies, venture fundsEstablished companies, buyouts, mature firms
Industry UsageVenture capital firms, angel investor groupsPrivate equity firms, investment banks

Summer Venture Capital roles focus on early-stage investments, startup ecosystems, and entrepreneurial support, while Summer Private Equity Analyst positions involve mature company buyouts, restructuring, and larger deal sizes. Both roles require strong financial skills and industry interest, but differ in target companies and investment stages.

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Infographic showing various Summer Venture Capital job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 31% Full Time, 59% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 6% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,434 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

Summer Venture Capital Intern

G2VP

Portola Valley, CA โ€ข On-site

$21 - $28/hr

Full-time, Temporary, Internship

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

ABOUT THE SUMMER INTERN ROLE

Summer Internship for MBA candidates with 4+ years of work experience. Our internship program allows us to get to know you and vice versa for a potential full-time Investor role upon completion of your graduate degree. While at G2, the Intern will:

  • Lead deep dives on climate and hard tech subsectors to drive firm investment decisionsย 
  • Meet brilliant entrepreneurs as they pitch climate tech startups that plan to change the world
  • Evaluate novel technologies and develop viewpoints on how they will transform traditional industries to be more sustainable
  • Assist with live deals as opportunities arise
  • Participate in Investment Committee discussions
  • Help portfolio companies improve the economic engines that drive their businesses
  • Be part of a leading climate tech investment team

HOW A SUMMER INTERN WILL WIN AT G2

A successful Summer Intern will:

  • Be curious, enjoy figuring out how technologies, industries, and companies work, and not be satisfied by superficial answers
  • Be capable of using multiple tools to extract, structure, and present insights from data
  • Have the horsepower to quickly learn new techniques and tools, identifying the right approach to solve any problem in front of them
  • Crisply communicate conclusions and ideas, be prepared to support views with data, work collaboratively in a team-based environment
  • Be self-motivated and take initiative in seeking ways to contribute; tackle challenges and improve processes without being asked
  • Have a "whatever it takes" attitude; Willing to doggedly grind through data and research to discover a critical insight and fully understand the situation
  • Show genuine interest in sustainability technology businesses

If you want to learn about venture capital and growth investing in sustainability technology companies, there is no better job. You will get to see everything.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for candidates who have:ย 

  • Relevant studies, ideally MBAย 
  • At least four years of work experience requiring critical analysis of business models and financial projections. Investing, banking, or consulting experience preferred
  • Established record as a curious "self-starter"
  • Strong organizational skills, excellent analytical reasoning, and an ability to present complex ideas and information in simple persuasive form, both written and oral
  • Genuine passion for investing and the entrepreneurial process
  • Shown interest in sustainability
  • Desire to be a connector / develop a robust network, and work in a collaborative trust-based team environment
  • Professional and personal maturity that demonstrates unquestionable integrity and sound business instincts

START DATE / DURATION

Flexible Summer 2027 dates (10-12 weeks in May - August 2027).ย 

LOCATION

Our office is in Portola Valley, and most of the team works in the office 3-4 days a week. We expect Summer Interns to be based in the Bay Area during the internship period - this is not a remote role.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Apply for the role through Greenhouse. We will reach out regarding next steps if we think there might be a fit. We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early.

ABOUT G2 VENTURE PARTNERS

G2 Venture Partners backs founders building the technologies that enable the world to produce more, move more, and power more while using fewer resources. That work spans energy, transportation, manufacturing, and logistics across both hardware and software. The firm invests at the commercial inflection point, from Series B through pre-IPO in sustainable technology companies including Crusoe (energy-first AI infrastructure), Waabi (generative AI for autonomous trucking), Cast AI (compute efficiency), 1KOMMA5 (residential clean energy systems), Locus Robotics (warehouse automation), and Antora (thermal energy storage). G2 is investing out of its third fund and manages over $1.7 billion in assets. Learn more at g2vp.com.

We are a small firm with low turnover, so our recruitment opportunities are limited. It may not be possible to respond to all applicants, but we appreciate you taking the time to get in touch. For more information about G2, watch this recorded info session.

G2VP is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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