Founders Office Intern

Company Description:
AHG Lab is one of the largest independent venture studios in the Philippines based in Poblacion, Makati. We are dedicated to building an ecosystem that empowers and accelerates founders and startups in the Philippines, Southeast Asia, and beyond through various efforts and strategies that the venture studio takes on. AHG Lab's core remains in being the early partner and institutional co-founder for startups where we deploy funding, venture-build, support, advice, and plug-in startups to our network in order to grow their business. We provide comprehensive support and resources, including strategic advisory, mentoring, fundraising assistance, market research, and access to a number of our ventures that even provide finance/accounting/compliance back-office services, marketing agency capabilities, and product/technology development. All these contribute to our mission to create a robust, supportive environment where innovative ideas can flourish, and founders can grow and succeed.

Role Summary:
The Founders Office Internship is an opportunity to interface with senior management of a rapidly expanding venture and ecosystem-building studio. Interns will be exposed to the venture studio's operations, financial management, and marketing efforts as well as those of the 30+ ventures being co-built with the company. Interns will gain meaningful experience side-by-side marketing experts, financial analysts, seasoned operators, experienced managers, and real-life founders–all of which are geared to helping interns gain a better understanding of where they can be most effective in the startup space, while providing them insights as to where they can further develop their professional capacities.

Role Responsibilities:
Throughout the effectiveness of the Internship Program, the interns shall be assigned to specific or varied areas and venues under the supervision of AHG Lab through a hybrid working arrangement whereby the interns report to the office at least two (2) times per week. Interns can expect to be given an introduction to The Philippine startup ecosystem and can expect to be given projects that further the interests of AHG Lab or any of the ventures within the portfolio. Other than projects, interns will be exposed to day-to-day operations and are expected to gain an understanding of the venture studio model and the key stakeholders in the Philippine startup industry.

Over the course of the program, interns will be exposed to the following non-exhaustive list of tasks:
- Strategic Market Research
- Investment Analysis
- Financial Reconciliation
- Creation and Editing of Decks
- Product and Tech Testing
- Business Operations and Clerical Work
- Participation and Assistance in Company Events, Trainings, and Workshops
- Other Business and Ad hoc tasks

Qualifications:
- Pursuing or recently graduated with a degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, and other business-related programs
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace with basic knowledge of financial principles and market research.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of conducting market research and investment analysis.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create and edit presentations.
- Effective team player with strong interpersonal skills, organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple tasks and projects.
- Demonstrated interest in startups and innovation, proactive, and eager to learn about business operations.
- Willing to assist in company events, training, and workshops.

Why join AHG Lab? Here’s a few of the benefits and perks:
- ⁠Opportunity to play a key role in building and shaping the Philippine startup ecosystem.
- Work in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment.
- Access to a network of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Professional development opportunities and the chance to lead impactful projects.

If you are passionate about the startup space and eager to make a difference, we invite you to join our team as the Community and Ecosystem Development Lead at AHG Lab. Apply today and be a part of our mission to empower and accelerate founders and startups in the Philippines and beyond.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, OJT (On the job training)
Contract length: 3 months