Summer 2026 Venture Team Intern | Office of the CEO (New Haven) Job at Connecticut Innovations, New Haven, CT

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  • Connecticut Innovations
  • New Haven, CT

Job Description

Connecticut Innovations (CI)

As Connecticuts strategic venture capital arm and one of the most active investors on the East Coast, Connecticut Innovations (CI) manages a portfolio of 220+ companies spanning life sciences, technology, and climate tech. Each year, CI meets with hundreds of entrepreneurs to identify the most promising early-stage companies growing in Connecticut. CI invests in 20+ new companies annually and provides follow-on capital to existing portfolio companies. It also invests as a Limited Partner in Connecticut-based venture funds 17 funds in the past six years .

Since 1989, CI has:

  • Invested $700+ million in innovative startups
  • Generated $7+ billion in outside capital (10X leverage )

In fiscal year 2025, CI invested $45.8 million in 67 companies and venture funds , helping attract an additional $653 million in outside capital. The year also generated $43.2 million in proceeds , fueling future investments in early-stage companies.

Our culture is vibrant, diverse, and collaborative . We share a mission-driven commitment to strengthening Connecticuts innovation ecosystem. CI participates in 20+ ecosystem events annually , and our headquarters at District New Haven serves as a hub for partnership, community, and innovation.

Office of the CEO Internship

Join CIs Office of the CEO to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interns contribute to projects that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.

We are seeking bachelor's degree and MBA students with a strong interest in venture capital with a desire to match their academic work with professional work experience.

Preference will be given to candidates demonstrating curriculum, research and/or practical experience alignment with our mission and enrolled in a Connecticut College or University or a resident of Connecticut.

Responsibilities

  • Data collection and analysis on prospective investments
  • Cash flow modeling for individual projects, programs, or investments
  • Sourcing potential investments though online research and in person visits
  • with initial assessments of applicant's business plans in relation to CI investment criteria
  • Assistance with due diligence activities to obtain and analyze pertinent information relative to the applicant's management, market, technology, products, competitors, financial history and projections, and business strategy and plan
  • Assistance in preparing analyses and presentations to the CI Investment Committee
  • Assistance with investment monitoring activities such as financial analysis, market research, etc.
  • Participation in lead generation, business development activities
  • Prepare research and presentations for Board of Director and other key stakeholder meetings
  • Assist with special projects in various departments as needed

Qualifications

  • Current MBA or bachelors student
  • Strong interest in venture capita l and early-stage innovation
  • Based in or studying in Connecticut
  • Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven

Skills & Competencies

  • Passionate about startups and community building
  • Curious, proactive, and adaptable
  • Highly organized with strong follow-through
  • Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
  • Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor

The CI Intern Experience

As a CI Intern, youll dive into Connecticuts startup ecosystemlearning, building, and connecting along the way.

Youll have an opportunity to:

  • Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
  • Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
  • Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
  • Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
  • Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
  • Shape CIs future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
  • Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
  • Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag

Equal Opportunity Employer

Connecticut Innovations is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer . We welcome applicants of all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

Job Tags

Part time, Work experience placement, Internship, Summer internship, 2 days per week,

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