Working Student Founders Associate

<p>Marvelous is a first-time DeepTech VC fund investing in scientific breakthroughs powering a trillion-dollar industrial transformation. Our mission is to turn today’s systemic challenges — waste, resource scarcity, and fragile supply chains — into tomorrow’s opportunities: circular, zero-emission, and resilient industries.</p> <p>We bridge science and commercialization to scale the next generation of industrial champions unlocking scalable impact across food/agriculture/land use, construction, and resource-intensive sectors.</p> <p>Our experienced team (150+ investments) invests early stage in DeepTech pioneers shaping this future through:</p> <ul> <li>Advanced Materials – Sustainable alternatives replacing pollution-heavy inputs</li> <li>Waste Cascading – Transforming industrial byproducts into high-value resources</li> <li>Robotics – Automating physical workflows for resilient supply chains</li> </ul> <p>To support the overall development of Marvelous and work alongside our founding team on core fund-building activities, we’re hiring a Founders Associate to contribute across fundraising, research, and internal strategy.</p> <h2 id="tasks">Tasks</h2> <p>As a <strong>Working Student</strong> <strong>Founders Associate</strong>, you’ll work directly with Marvelous&#39; founding team — contributing across fundraising, investment analysis, partnership development, and ecosystem engagement. This is a high-exposure, high-learning role that offers a unique 360° view into building a venture fund.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Fundraising Support</strong>: Drive key elements of our fundraising efforts — manage investor materials and communications, conduct research on LPs, and support relationship-building with current and prospective investors.</li> <li><strong>Research &amp; Strategy</strong>: Conduct independent analysis on sectors, startups, and emerging trends. Support internal projects, business development, and firm positioning with strategic insights.</li> <li><strong>Innovation Scouting</strong>: Help identify and assess early-stage companies working at the edge of science and impact. Contribute to our investment thesis and sector mapping.</li> <li><strong>Execution &amp; Operations</strong>: Prepare presentations, pitch materials, and internal reports. Support planning and implementation of key projects across the fund, incl. administrative tasks.</li> <li><strong>Ecosystem Engagemen</strong>t: Represent Marvelous at events, assist in founder and stakeholder communications, and help grow our presence in the DeepTech and Venture Capital ecosystems.</li> </ul> <h2 id="requirements">Requirements</h2> <p><strong>What you bring</strong></p> <p>We’re looking for someone eager to learn fast, build boldly, and contribute meaningfully in an early-stage VC environment.</p> <ul> <li><strong>Education</strong>: Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in STEM, business, economics, or related fields. A focus on entrepreneurship or sustainability is a plus.</li> <li><strong>Experience</strong>: Previous experience as an intern, working student, or junior team member — ideally in startups, VC, consulting, or tech ecosystems. Exposure to the venture landscape is a big plus</li> <li><strong>Skills &amp; Mindset</strong></li> <li>Strong analytical and conceptual skills</li> <li>Self-starter with a “builder” mentality</li> <li>Excellent verbal and written communication (in English; German is a plus)</li> <li>Proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel; CRM tools are a bonus</li> <li>Curiosity, flexibility, and a proactive spirit</li> <li><strong>Start date: 05.01.2026</strong></li> <li><strong>Available for 9-12 months</strong></li> </ul> <h2 id="benefits">Benefits</h2> <p>At <strong>Marvelous</strong>, we blend deep scientific insight with entrepreneurial execution to scale the next generation of industrial DeepTech champions. As a first-time fund, we offer a rare opportunity to shape a pioneering platform from the ground up — where every project and partnership you support drives both venture-scale returns and planetary-scale impact.</p> <p>What sets Marvelous apart:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Learn from a Mission-Driven, Interdisciplinary Team:</strong> Work closely with investors, scientists, climate operators, and entrepreneurs. You&#39;ll gain hands-on exposure to DeepTech investing and startup ecosystems — backed by a team with a strong track record in fund building and venture scaling.</li> <li><strong>Invest with Purpose:</strong> Every deal tackles the most pressing global challenges. Your work contributes to scaling technologies that can transform how we produce, build, and consume.</li> <li><strong>Catalyst Model: Science to Scale:</strong> Our Catalyst bridges the gap between academia and industry. We support tech transfer, industrial pilots, and offtake agreements to turn science into scale.</li> <li><strong>Autonomy Meets Ambition:</strong> From day one, you’ll own strategic projects while being backed by a high-performing and impact-aligned team.</li> <li><strong>Diverse by Design, Driven by Impact:</strong> We value varied experiences and backgrounds. Our culture is curious, collaborative, and committed to building a better future.</li> </ul> <p>Be part of a bold, mission-driven journey to scale sustainable industries through science and capital. You’ll grow as fast as you help us grow — and play a central role in shaping the future of Venture Capital. </p> <p>Be a part of something extraordinary and <strong>join Marvelous as Working Student Founders Associate</strong>! We can’t wait to meet you.</p>