Corporate Team Intern

WHO WE ARE:

Plug and Play Tech Center is the ultimate innovation platform and venture capital firm, bringing together the best startups and the world’s largest corporations to create the most meaningful connections that make innovation open to anyone, anywhere. We are on a mission to bring the benefits of Silicon Valley to the rest of the world.

Based in the most liveable city in the world, at Plug and Play Vienna we are focusing on fostering innovation in two verticals – Travel and Hospitality, as well as Smart Cities.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

We're looking for a driven and enthusiastic Corporate Innovation Intern to join our dynamic team in Vienna. You'll play a crucial role in supporting our Corporate Team, fostering our vibrant innovation ecosystem, and guiding our corporate partners on their innovation journeys. This is a multi-faceted role that offers unparalleled personal and professional growth in a supportive and thriving environment. If you're passionate about technology and eager to dive into the world of startups and corporate innovation, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

As we live the startup spirit ourselves, no one in the team is exclusively limited to their main tasks. Rather, we are a dynamic team of all-rounders who work closely together in all projects. However, your main role will be in supporting our team with the following tasks:

Partner Success Management

• Support daily interactions with our corporate partners, including preparing presentations, organizing events, generating reports, and scheduling meetings.
• Participate in high-level calls with executives from major multinational corporations.
  
• Identify and research collaboration opportunities between corporate partners and startups within our ecosystem.
  
• Assist in creating partnership reports and presentations, highlighting key achievements and insights.
  
• Attend partner meetings, take detailed notes, and facilitate follow-up actions.
  
• Conduct market research on trends in Travel, Aviation, and Smart Cities to provide valuable insights.
  
• Support the organization of events, workshops, and innovation sessions.

Business Development

• Assist in building and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders within partner organizations.
  
• Identify and introduce potential new strategic partners to our platform.
  
• Help develop engagement plans aligned with partner business goals and identify opportunities to match startup solutions with their needs.
  
• Support the creation of presentations and proposals showcasing Plug and Play's value proposition.
  
• Maintain up to date knowledge of industry trends, and competitive landscape.
  
• Assist in identifying account sales plans and key decision makers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Management, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, or a related field.
  
• Exceptional analytical, research, and writing skills, with a strong sense of curiosity.
  
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with all levels of management.
  
• Strong organizational, collaboration, and communication skills.
  
• Highly motivated, proactive, and positive mindset.
  
• Fluency in German and excellent English language skills (both written and spoken).
  
• Genuine interest in technology and innovation.
  
• Prior internship experience in management consulting or a corporate environment is preferred.
  
• Full-time working permit in Austria.
  
• Availability to start in Vienna no later than April 2025.

What we offer

• Be part of Plug and Play - the biggest and fastest-growing startup innovation platform globally with locations worldwide such as Silicon Valley, Paris, Munich, Singapore, and Tokyo.
  
• Be at the forefront of innovation and get access to groundbreaking technologies.
  
• Be part of a dynamic, international, and open-minded team.
  
• Get access to and communicate with leading international startups, investors and corporations.
  
• You will work closely with our corporate partners daily and grow your network.
  
• Work in a vibrant and unique working environment.
  
• Various opportunities for your career development at our 60+ locations worldwide - we will keep growing in 2025.
  
• Contribute and realize your ideas and have room for self-development.
  
• Office and co-working space at the Vienna Airport Conference & Innovation Center at Vienna Airport - 20 minutes from your desk to the gate.

*All applications must be submitted in English