Visiting Associate – 6-12 months

First Momentum Ventures

. Source high-potential pre-seed startups across Europe .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • GermanyJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical capabilities and the ability to evaluate investment opportunities in the startup ecosystem. Proficient in conducting data-driven analysis and communicating insights effectively in both German and English.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Startup Ecosystem ExperienceAnalytical CapabilitiesClear Communication in German and EnglishTechnical Background in EngineeringData-Driven Analysis

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Soft Skills

Extreme OwnershipHigh AgencyGenuine Curiosity

Tools & Technologies

AI Workflow AutomationOperations Optimization

Industry Keywords

Pre-Seed StartupsInvestment CommitteeDue DiligenceMarket TrendsEmerging Technologies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Source high-potential pre-seed startups across Europe
Run first calls independently and develop conviction about founders and ideas
Participate in the entire deal flow from first contact and due diligence through investment committee and closing
Evaluate opportunities and shape investment decisions
Research emerging technologies and market trends
Conduct data-driven analysis and present insights influencing investment theses and strategic direction
Support portfolio founders with go-to-market, AI workflow automation, and operations optimization

Requirements

What you’ll need

1–3 years of work experience in the startup ecosystem, consulting, or a technical role
Strong analytical capabilities
Ability to move from technical papers to business models to founder conversations
Extreme ownership and high agency
Genuine curiosity about deeply technical domains
Engineering background or demonstrated interest in breakthrough technologies
Clear and convincing communication in both German and English
Availability for 6–12 months
Ability to start soon or in January 2027

Benefits

Comp & perks

Real ownership, not busy work
Technical depth you won't find elsewhere
Exceptional colleagues who challenge you
Full venture stack visibility
Full flexibility with a remote-first culture balanced by regular in-person gatherings across Europe
Competitive pay adjusted to professional experience and well above an internship salary
Career launchpad toward a full-time VC role, Chief of Staff position, or starting a venture