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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates strong secondary research skills, technical documentation abilities, and effective communication for analyzing vendor data and supporting client needs. Familiarity with cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, and applied AI enhances the candidate's capability to contribute to innovative research projects.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Secondary Research SkillsTechnical Documentation SkillsOral And Written Communication SkillsProficiency With Spreadsheets And Presentation ToolsFamiliarity With Cybersecurity And Cloud Infrastructure
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Data AnalysisSource EvaluationDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningTechnical Problem SolvingArtifact CreationVendor TrackingResearch MethodologiesPresentation SkillsCritical Thinking
Soft Skills
Attention To DetailAbility To Work IndependentlyEnthusiasm For LearningStrong Communication Skills
Tools & Technologies
SpreadsheetsPresentation ToolsCollaborative DocumentsAI Research Tools
Industry Keywords
CybersecurityCloud InfrastructureApplied AIVendor ManagementStartup InvestmentsFunding DatabasesAnalyst CoverageVenture PortfoliosClient ResearchCompetitive Comparisons
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCloudCyber Security
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Scout emerging vendors across Security, Data, AI, Developer Operations, and other areas using funding databases, analyst coverage, venture portfolios, and news sources
- Conduct secondary research to analyze startup investments and determine possible trends
- Apply deductive and inductive reasoning to test data accuracy and separate verified facts from vendor marketing claims
- Interpret data to identify meaningful insights, correlate data points, and cite sources for material statements
- Maintain a pipeline of candidate companies with category, product summary, funding stage, investors, and leadership fields
- Verify figures, names, and citations; keep vendor tracking and research repositories current
- Observe technical reviews and prepare notes with takeaways and follow-up questions
- Assist with client research requests, including vendor longlists, incumbent-product alternatives, and competitive comparisons
- Support client workshops and internal thought leadership by assembling background research
- Complete and present a capstone research project near the end of the internship
- Ensure client-facing content is reviewed and approved by a Researcher or Innovation Principal; do not contact vendors or clients without approval
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
Requirements
What you’ll need- Enrollment in the Junior or Senior year of an undergraduate program at an accredited college or university or Masters program
- Candidates should be pursuing information technology, computer science, cybersecurity, business, or a related field
- Excellent secondary research skills, including source evaluation and careful attribution
- Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
- Excellent technical documentation and artifact creation skills
- Proficiency with spreadsheets, presentation tools, and collaborative documents
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better
- Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and accept direction
- Enthusiasm for technical problem solving and critical thinking with attention to detail and strong communication skills
- Ability to learn and research in a dynamic and engaging environment
- Availability to work 40 hours per week throughout the internship
- Academic or professional/internship experience working in a professional setting is a plus
- Familiarity with cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, or applied AI is a plus
- Comfort using AI research tools responsibly and verifying output against primary sources is a plus
Benefits
Comp & perks- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- 529 College Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Competitive Compensation
- Training and development programs
- Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages
- Collaborative and cool culture
- Work-life balance and generous paid time off