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The Utah Innovation Fund is a $30M state-funded venture capital fund aimed at supporting the commercialization of technologies being discovered, advanced, or developed at Utah’s institutions of higher education. The Senior Associate Lead Intern for the Utah Innovation Fund will lead and oversee all due diligence activities conducted by the student analysts’ team. In this key leadership role, you will mentor and guide student analysts, ensuring the quality and accuracy of their research and analysis. You will coordinate the team’s efforts, manage due diligence processes, and present findings to the investment committee. As the primary point of contact for due diligence for the student analysts’ inquiries.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions & Responsibilities may include: Manage and oversee the Utah Innovation Fund’s student analyst’s due diligence team, guiding their research, and analysis. Provide mentorship and training to student analysts, fostering their development in venture capital research and analysis. Lead and coordinate the due diligence efforts of the student analysts, ensuring high-quality, accurate, and timely work. Lead weekly team meetings to provide updates on companies under review, address challenges, and ensure team alignment with fund objectives. Act as the main contact for all due diligence inquiries related to the student analysts’ team, facilitating communication between internal stakeholders and the team. Compile and present comprehensive due diligence reports and recommendations to the Utah Innovation Fund’s investment committee and senior partners. Key Metrics for Evaluation: Ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the due diligence processes managed by the student analysts’ team. Demonstrate strong leadership by inspiring and guiding the student analysts to produce high-quality work and meet deadlines. Maintain and improve the consistency and quality of due diligence deliverables provided by the student analysts. Play a critical role in shaping investment decisions through thorough and well-supported due diligence findings. Continuously seek opportunities to enhance and innovate due diligence methodologies and processes. Learning & Development Goals: Achieve mastery in due diligence processes and best practices specific to venture capital and early-stage investments. Develop advanced leadership and management skills, with an emphasis on guiding and mentoring student teams. Gain in-depth expertise in venture capital investment decision-making and contribute significantly to the fund’s success. Requirements : Ability to attend weekly Monday investment due diligence team meetings (remote: 4pm-5pm) Ability to attend weekly Wednesday Investment Speaker Series (Remote – 4pm-5pm) Ability to attend weekly Friday team lead investment analyst meeting (Remote – 3pm-3:30pm) Ability to spend 15-19hours/week on the job Ability to travel to Salt Lake City or Lehi for periodic in-person meetings, pitch events, etc. Personal computer or access to a computer.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma, or equivalency Strong background in venture capital, finance, or a related field. Experience in managing due diligence activities and leading research teams. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex findings clearly. Strong leadership qualities, with a proven track record of mentoring and developing junior team members. High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to quality.
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