Summer Intern 2026

16VC is a founder-first venture platform supporting early-stage startups through structured fellowships and accelerator programs.

We invest in ambitious operators across AI, SaaS, fintech, and frontier technologies.

The Summer 2026 Investment Analyst Internship is designed for students interested in venture capital, startup ecosystems, and early-stage investing.

Role Overview

As a Summer Investment Analyst Intern, you will work directly with the investment team to evaluate startups, conduct market research, and support founder selection for our programs.

This is a hands-on exposure role to early-stage venture investing.

Responsibilities

• Review and screen founder applications

• Conduct market and competitive analysis

• Support due diligence research

• Prepare investment memos

• Track ecosystem trends (AI, SaaS, Fintech)

• Assist with portfolio monitoring

• Join founder pitch review sessions

What We’re Looking For

• Undergraduate (Junior/Senior) or Graduate students

• Strong interest in venture capital & startups

• Analytical mindset

• Excellent written communication

• Ability to synthesize research clearly

Preferred Backgrounds:

• Finance

• Economics

• Computer Science

• Engineering

• Business

• Startup experience (bonus)

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Naturally curious about markets

• Reads tech & VC news regularly

• Can evaluate ideas critically

• Comfortable forming independent opinions

• High ownership mindset

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to early-stage investing

• Direct interaction with founders

• Investment memo writing experience

• Structured feedback

• Performance-based reference / recommendation

Top-performing interns may be considered for:

• Part-time Analyst role

• Future full-time opportunities