Offer summary

Qualifications:

Students or recent graduates in business, economics, social sciences, or related fields., Strong interest in startups, small businesses, and innovation ecosystems., Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills., Highly organized with attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment..

Key responsibilities:

Support coordination with startups, mentors, and internal teams.

Maintain and update trackers, documentation, and dashboards.

Conduct research to identify mentors and map them to startup needs.

Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and organizing program events.

Job description

Job Title: Intern – Program & Research Support
Department: Wadhwani Accelerate
Location: Remote
Duration: 6–8 Months
Work Mode: Remote (Full-time Internship)

About Wadhwani Foundation

Wadhwani Foundation is a not-for-profit with the primary mission of accelerating economic development in emerging economies through large-scale job creation. Our Wadhwani Accelerate program supports early-stage, high-potential startups and small businesses in scaling up sustainably through structured interventions, mentorship, and access to markets.

Position Overview

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support program and research functions within the Wadhwani Accelerate team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with startups, mentors, and program teams, contributing to the scaling of innovative businesses.

What We’re Looking For

A strong interest in startups, small businesses, and the innovation ecosystem
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong research and analytical skills – ability to identify and map relevant data
Highly organized, with attention to detail and comfort working in a fast-paced environment

Key Responsibilities

Support day-to-day coordination with startups, mentors, and internal teams
Maintain and update trackers, documentation, and program dashboards
Conduct structured research to identify mentors and map them to startup needs
Assist in compiling startup profiles, pitch decks, and evaluation notes
Help in preparing reports, presentations, and communication for outreach
Coordinate logistics for program events including check-ins, masterclasses, and milestone reviews

Who Should Apply

Students or recent graduates from business, economics, social sciences, or related fields
Individuals passionate about entrepreneurship and startup ecosystems
Candidates with excellent organizational, interpersonal, and presentation skills

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