Gen Z VCs

VC is *notorious* for the industry's abysmal statistics on diversity, but this is going to change in the next decade as more Gen Zers enter the industry. Firms have no excuses anymore for claiming they're "not seeing the resumes" ⬇️ Last week we launched applications for the first-ever Gen Z VCs Fellowship, giving 4 fellows the opportunity to work directly with a GP getting hands-on, paid experience for 1 week. And with 223 applications, it is an incredibly competitive program with a 1.8% acceptance rate. I'm a big believer that transparency helps move our industry forward, so thought I'd shed light on some interesting findings from our process narrowing down from 223 applications to 21 finalist candidates for the fellowship. 1⃣ We did a blind review of applications, meaning we hid any data on diversity/background while going through resumes, short answer responses, etc. to be as unbiased as possible while reviewing each profile. The best applications (and backgrounds/experience) were undoubtedly from those typically ignored by the VC industry. 👸 71% of finalists were women 📚 85% come from non-target schools 🤝 80% are BIPOC 🎒 62% are undergraduates 2⃣ Age is just a number, something that VCs often forget. Too often you see internships in VC or even full-time roles gated for experience (ie: only looking for MBA interns, or you need 1-3 years of experience for an Analyst role). In reality, more and more undergrads / younger candidates are not only qualified for the role, but have just as much VC-related experience. One of the top finalist candidates was a high school student who made it through as a finalist - she's currently the CEO/Founder of her own startup AND COO of a different startup org looking to break into platform/content roles. Age doesn't matter... experience, drive, and passion does. -- Just two learnings at the outset, but the point being that when you're creating OPEN opportunities for the next generation... you're naturally going to see a diverse cohort. Gen Z is the most diverse generation, and we're going to change things. And I can promise that each candidate, regardless of where they went to school or what their background looks like, has the potential to be exceptional. If you're a VC firm currently struggling to find candidates, always reach out to me & I can recommend some fantastic people. Excited to roll out this fellowship and see who the selected fellows will be 👀 #venturecapital #fellowship #fellowshipprogram #diversitymatters #diversity #diversityequityandinclusion #vc #genzinvestors #nextgen #nextgeneration #nextgenleaders #nextgenerationleaders #vcs

If you're interested in diving into the world of VC & have a passion for health/wellbeing, you have to check out this job-opening! 💫 Able Partners, an early-stage investment fund focused on health & wellbeing, is adding a Chief of Staff to their team who will work directly with their Partners. This individual will support their investment team and engage across all parts of their work, including researching new investment areas of interest, supporting their portfolio, executing quarterly events, assisting with content generation, and managing their CRM to optimize connectivity throughout their networks. This role is designed for a business-minded individual who takes initiative and thrives in an environment with multiple workstreams that require a balance between research, strategy, and execution. Application is now live on our job board: https://lnkd.in/eetm2Amr

Each Tuesday & Thursday, we’re sharing the coolest jobs for Gen Z-ers in startups, tech, & VC from around the world. Here are our part-time picks for the week 👇: 💡Plug and Play Tech Center – Operations Intern 📍Los Angeles, CA 🚀This job will allow you to work with some of the world’s top entrepreneurs and startups, join Silicon Valley's most active Venture Capital firm and the fastest growing international accelerator network.  Application Link: https://lnkd.in/epxty69t 💡 First Momentum Ventures – VC Intern 📍Munich, Germany 🚀With your background in computer science, you will be assessing the most exciting developer tool start-ups in Europe. Application Link: https://lnkd.in/eqG4P6dp 💡Rivus Capital – Private Equity Intern  📍Munich, Germany 🚀 Interns are given the opportunity to gain insights into the entire investment process, to actively participate in the projects by working independently, and to support a newly founded investment company in its growth course. Application Link: https://lnkd.in/ebsZ3fTM 💡 Seedstars – Partnerships Intern LATAM 📍Remote 🚀We incubate talent and high growth ventures through a series of programs from idea stage to early growth stage. We are currently building a platform of funds to be positioned as a key early stage emerging market VC.  Application Link: https://lnkd.in/ezQF4ttq 💡 DN Capital – VC Intern 📍London, UK 🚀DN Capital is looking for an Intern for our investment team in the London/Berlin offices or remotely. This represents a unique opportunity to get first-hand insight into the European venture capital and startup ecosystem.  Application Link: https://lnkd.in/eGsUkPxK 💡 Antler – Founder Scout 📍Stockholm, Sweden 🚀Do you have an entrepreneurial mindset and want to work alongside the brightest people in the startup ecosystem? Antler Nordics is looking for Scouts to join us on our mission to find, attract, support, and invest in the most talented Founders! Application Link: https://lnkd.in/eGsUkPxK