About SGInnovate:
SGInnovate is a Deep Tech ecosystem builder and investor, backed by the Singapore Government. Our expertise and approach combines investments, talent development and community-building to catalyse the translation of emerging technologies into tomorrow’s opportunities. Through our flagship Deep Tech Central platform, we connect individuals, founders and companies to specialised resources and opportunities across all technological domains and stages of growth. Our portfolio of emerging tech startups comprises some of the most promising companies leading the commercialisation of research developed from Singapore’s RIE ecosystem. Connect with us at www.sginnovate.com.
Role Overview:
As an Intern on the Startup Innovation team, you are the intelligence and operational engine of our matchmaking process. You will support the team by researching exactly which startups and corporates we should bring on board to build a robust pipeline. This role offers unparalleled exposure to the cutting edge of Singapore’s deep tech ecosystem and the inner workings of multinational corporate strategy.
Responsibilities
- Pipeline Building & Research: Conduct deep tech market research to identify and evaluate prospective corporate partners and high-potential startups. Mine data from diverse ecosystem sources (public research institutes, university spin-offs, VCs) to build the top-of-funnel pipeline.
- Startup Categorisation: Research and categorise incoming startups into the internal directory based on their maturity and specific commercial capabilities to ensure highly accurate matching.
- Matchmaking Administration: Assist the team in the logistics and administration of executing corporate-startup matchmaking sprints. This includes preparing briefing documents, managing the scheduling platform, and ensuring smooth operational flow during matching events.
- Corporate Needs Mapping: Assist in identifying 3-to-5-year technology horizons and current industry pain points for targeted sectors (e.g. MedTech, Semiconductors).
Requirement
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably in a STEM field, Business, Economics, or a related discipline.
- Strong analytical and market research capabilities; comfortable working with databases, advanced spreadsheets, and CRM systems
- A genuine passion for deep tech and the startup ecosystem
- Highly organised, proactive, and capable of operating in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment where you are expected to take ownership of your research into deliverables and administrative tasks
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