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Join SIVentures as a Student Assistant (Werkstudent) in Leipzig
CompanySmart Infrastructure Ventures GmbH
LocationLeipzig
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 12, 2025

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The student assistant will actively identify and source startups, analyze and evaluate them as part of the investment process, and engage with founders to learn more about their startups. Additionally, they will participate in pitch events and conferences, conduct research projects, and provide general support to the founding team.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
17
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
20 hours
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About The Company
SIVentures - Backing ambitious tech founders from day one.
About the Role
<p>We’re looking for a motivated and passionate student (m/f/d) to support our founding team in Leipzig. If you’re interested in venture capital, startups, and entrepreneurship, this is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience. The position is available immediately for <strong>10–20 hours per week</strong>.</p>
<p><strong>Who we are</strong><br>SIVentures is a young, dynamic venture capital fund with an office in the heart of Leipzig's city centre. We focus on early-stage B2B software startups and typically invest from €400k upwards in sectors such as energy, IT infrastructure, AI applications etc.</p>
<p>Our founding team of three brings extensive international expertise in finance, entrepreneurship, innovation, and venture capital. Beyond capital, we provide startups with access to mentoring, technology and our international network of successful founders, industry leaders, and top investors.</p>
<p><strong>What to expect</strong><br>As SIVentures is a startup itself, you can look forward to a flexible, entrepreneurial environment with plenty of room to take ownership. Structures are still developing, so you’ll need to bring a <strong>proactive, hands-on mentality</strong> and the drive to work independently.</p>
<h2 id="aufgaben">Aufgaben</h2>
<ul>
<li>Actively identify and source startups across various sectors</li>
<li>Analyze and evaluate startups as part of our investment process</li>
<li>Engage with founders to learn more about their startups, traction, and fundraising activities</li>
<li>Participate in pitch events and conferences to spot promising opportunities</li>
<li>Keep our startup databases up to date and well organized</li>
<li>Conduct research projects related to venture capital and industry trends</li>
<li>Provide general support to our founding team in day-to-day operations</li>
</ul>
<h2 id="qualifikation">Qualifikation</h2>
<ul>
<li>You are <strong>based in Leipzig</strong> (please only apply if you currently live here)</li>
<li>You still have <strong>at least one year left until graduation</strong> (ideally pursuing a Master’s degree)</li>
<li>A true <strong>hands-on mentality</strong> and proactive approach</li>
<li>A <strong>reliable self-starter</strong> who takes initiative</li>
<li>Strong <strong>commitment and motivation</strong></li>
<li><strong>Fluency in both German and English</strong>, spoken and written</li>
<li>Previous <strong>experience in venture capital or entrepreneurship</strong> (through studies or internships) is a plus</li>
</ul>
<h2 id="benefits">Benefits</h2>
<p>A dynamic and enjoyable working environment with a steep learning curve in the heart of Leipzig</p>
<p>A small, motivated team where you collaborate directly with the founders and receive immediate feedback</p>
<p>Plenty of opportunities to grow personally and professionally while expanding your skill set</p>
<p>A high degree of responsibility and exciting, challenging tasks within a strong, supportive team</p>
<p>After an initial onboarding phase on-site, flexible working hours and partial remote work options</p>
<p>We welcome applications from students of <strong>all academic backgrounds</strong> who share a passion for venture capital and entrepreneurship. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and join us in shaping the next generation of startups in Leipzig.</p>
Key Skills
Venture CapitalStartupsEntrepreneurshipResearchAnalysisCommunicationProactivitySelf-StarterTeam CollaborationDatabase ManagementEvent ParticipationMentoringTechnology AccessIndustry TrendsInvestment ProcessFounders Engagement
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