Summer 2027 Venture Analyst Internship — High School Students
Location: Princeton, New Jersey (In-Person)
Program length: 10 weeks, full-time
Compensation: Paid internship
Application deadline: 11:00 PM ET on Sunday, April 4, 2027
1435 Capital Management is seeking talented, driven high school students who are interested in business, finance, entrepreneurship, technology, and venture capital for our Summer 2027 Venture Analyst Internship Program.
This opportunity is designed for rising high school juniors and seniors who want hands-on exposure to venture investing while developing analytical, communication, research, and management skills. Interns will work with the 1435 Capital team in Princeton, New Jersey, and must be able to commute to the office regularly throughout the summer.
About 1435 Capital Management
1435 Capital Management is a venture capital firm headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. We invest in growth-stage startups and late-stage secondaries, partnering with founders and their teams to help create an impactful and lasting difference.
What You’ll Do
As a Venture Analyst Intern, you will contribute to investment research, portfolio support, firm operations, and community-building initiatives. Responsibilities may include:
1. Investment analysis: Research potential investment opportunities, including market trends, competitive landscapes, business models, and financial projections.
2. Due diligence and market research: Support diligence projects, evaluate technology sectors, test products where appropriate, and track relevant industry developments.
3. Portfolio monitoring: Help collect and analyze portfolio-company performance data and prepare materials for the investment team, Investment Committee, and fund investors.
4. Deal sourcing: Identify and organize prospective investment opportunities through industry research, professional networks, pitch events, demo days, and other relevant channels.
5. Community Engagement: Assist with planning, coordinating, and executing 1435 Capital events, including founder and investor gatherings, workshops, and networking events. Responsibilities may include event research, invitation and attendee list management, venue and vendor coordination, logistics, run-of-show preparation, onsite support, post-event follow up, and capturing feedback.
6. Administrative and operational support: Assist with scheduling, meeting coordination, presentation preparation, data organization, and other projects that support the investment team and internship program.
Learning Experience
Over the summer, Venture Analyst Interns will research startups, support diligence, meet entrepreneurs, network with investors and founders, and help deliver events that strengthen the firm’s community. Interns may also have an opportunity to participate in the Homeroom Fund, a high school student-led venture fund overseen by 1435 Capital Management, during the summer and potentially through activities during the school year.
What We’re Looking For
· Rising high school juniors, seniors, and rising college freshmen who are at least 16 years old.
· A strong academic record and demonstrated interest in venture capital, finance, technology, business, or entrepreneurship.
· An entrepreneurial mindset, intellectual curiosity, and a willingness to take initiative.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills.
· Strong analytical and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
· Interest in event planning, community building, and creating thoughtful experiences for founders, investors, and peers.
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
· Working knowledge with Google Workspace, Google Sheets, Google Slides, and Microsoft Office tools
· U.S.-based and authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Eligibility and Location
This is a paid, in-person internship for Summer 2027. Regular in-person attendance at our Princeton, New Jersey office is required; applicants must be able to commute to Princeton throughout the program. We are not accepting applicants located overseas. All applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
How to Apply
Please submit with your resume:
· A link to your LinkedIn profile
· A cover letter explaining your interest in working with 1435 Capital Management, your interest in venture capital and/or event management, and what drives you as an entrepreneur
We receive hundreds of applications each year and typically accept four interns. We expect to begin reviewing applications in Spring 2027 and will screen, review, and interview candidates on a rolling basis. Please do not contact us for application-status updates; we will reach out as soon as possible if there is a next step.
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Skills Required
- Must be a rising high school junior, rising high school senior, or rising college freshman
- Must be at least 16 years old
- Strong academic record
- Demonstrated interest in venture capital, finance, technology, business, or entrepreneurship
- Entrepreneurial mindset, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to take initiative
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail
- Interest in event planning and community building
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Working knowledge of Google Workspace, Google Sheets, Google Slides, and Microsoft Office
- U.S.-based and authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
- Ability to commute regularly to the Princeton, New Jersey office for the full in-person program
What We Do
1435 Capital Management is an industry-agnostic venture capital and private equity firm based in Skillman, New Jersey. The firm specializes in transformational investing, focusing on leading early-stage and growth-stage companies, specifically targeting Seed through Series B investments and late-stage pre-IPO secondaries. Dedicated to value-creation in the private market, the firm employs a diverse investment strategy to drive growth and success across various sectors.
