Founder Associate

Equity-Only | Direct Path to Co-Founder

About Us

We are a stealth-mode startup currently building our MVP and assembling our founding team. We're looking for a highly motivated Founder Associate who wants more than just another job—you want to help build a company from the ground up.

This is an equity-only opportunity for someone who is passionate about startups, entrepreneurship, and long-term ownership. You'll work directly with the founder on company strategy, fundraising, hiring, and operations while playing a key role in shaping the future of the business.

This role offers a clear path to becoming a Co-Founder based on performance, ownership, persistence, and long-term commitment.

We especially encourage applications from candidates with experience in venture capital, startup investing, startup accelerators, entrepreneurship programs, or early-stage startups. Candidates currently interning in venture capital or actively involved in startup ecosystems are highly encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do

• Partner directly with the founder on strategic initiatives and company-building efforts.
• Help identify, screen, and coordinate potential co-founders, advisors, and early team members.
• Conduct investor research and support fundraising preparation.
• Assist with pitch deck development, fundraising strategy, and outreach planning.
• Help build operational processes and internal structure as the company grows.
• Research markets, competitors, and business opportunities.
• Take ownership of projects and help execute key company priorities.
• Operate in a fast-moving, ambiguous environment where initiative and follow-through are essential.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who genuinely wants to build a company—not simply work at one.
Ideal candidates are:

• Recent graduates or early-career professionals.
• Passionate about startups, entrepreneurship, and innovation.
• Interested in eventually becoming a Co-Founder.
• Comfortable taking initiative with minimal direction.
• Excited by ownership and long-term impact.
• Comfortable working in an early-stage, pre-revenue startup.
• Willing to commit to an equity-only role during the company's early stages.

Preferred Qualifications

While not required, experience in any of the following is highly valued:

• Venture Capital
• Startup investing
• Early-stage startups
• Entrepreneurship clubs or university startup programs
• Startup accelerators or incubators
• Fundraising or investor relations
• Business strategy
• Market research
• Operations
• Consulting
• Project management

What We Value Most
We're less focused on years of experience and more interested in finding someone who demonstrates:

• Ownership mindset
• Persistence
• Reliability
• Strong communication
• Excellent follow-through
• Curiosity and willingness to learn
• Ability to solve problems independently
• Long-term commitment

What You'll Gain
Unlike a traditional internship or associate role, you'll have the opportunity to work directly with the founder and gain firsthand experience building a company from day one.

You'll receive exposure to:

• Fundraising
• Hiring
• Company strategy
• Startup operations
• Product development
• Leadership decision-making
• Building and scaling an early-stage business Successful performance in this role provides a clear opportunity to transition into a Co-Founder position.

Compensation

• Equity-only (no cash compensation at this stage)
• Significant ownership opportunity
• Direct mentorship from the founder
• Real responsibility and meaningful impact
• Clear path toward becoming a Co-Founder

Please Apply Only If

• You understand this is an equity-only opportunity.
• You're genuinely interested in building a startup from the ground up.
• You're looking for long-term ownership rather than a traditional job.
• You're excited by the opportunity to earn a future Co-Founder position through your contributions.