Student Helper Opportunities
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Student Helper (Venture Capital, Investment) |
We are looking for student helpers to support the Start-up Investment Team for a 4-month part-time internship during the fall semester and one-month full-time during the winter break. Student helpers will gain hands-on exposure to the buy-side of the investment industry, working directly with our experienced team of investment professionals. This role is ideal for students who are interested in building a career in venture capital or other buy-side investment roles. Intern activities include analysing investment opportunities, researching emerging sector themes, drafting investment committee memos, completing complex analytical projects, and supporting the administration of the funding program. Core Competencies The appointee is expected to demonstrate attributes of intellectual curiosity and mental flexibility; a growth mindset; willingness and ability to take risks; strong learning orientation; genuine interest in finance and investment; humility; and agility and comfort with ambiguity. About HKUST Entrepreneurship Fund (“E-fund”) E-fund is a direct investment fund partnering with leading venture capital funds, to invest in HKUST start-up companies with innovative technologies and business models. How to Apply Interested students are welcome to send their Resumes and/or cover letters to okt@ust.hk by 4 September 2026. If you have any questions about the job duties of this position, you are welcome to contact Ms. Florence HUI / Manager (Start-up Incubation and Investment) by email (florencehui@ust.hk). |
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Student Helper (Redbird Innovation Fund)
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We are looking for sophomore and penultimate-year undergraduate students to support the Fund Management Team for a 3-5 month internship program during the fall semester and winter break. Core Responsibilities & Exposure As an intern, you will be deeply integrated into the strategic operations of RIF. You will work directly under the Head of Investment and experienced finance professionals. About HKUST Redbird Innovation Fund Launched in April 2024, the HKUST Redbird Innovation Fund with a fund size of HK$500 million committed by HKUST, seeks to create multiple venture investment funds in collaboration with investment partners and invest in the HKUST start-up companies focusing on Seed to Series A/B stages. How to Apply Interested students are welcome to send their Resumes and/or cover letters and quote our reference number "SH(RIF/202608)" to okt@ust.hk by 4 September 2026.
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