ASU Enterprise Partners - Investments and Venture Acceleration - Student Assistant

What we do:

ASU Enterprise Partners is a global-reaching non-profit based in Tempe, AZ. We raise resources to support students, researchers and programs at Arizona State University so that they can improve the world.

As is customary at ASU, we operate a little differently: not only do we cultivate philanthropy, we also identify real estate, technology transfer, international partnership and defense research opportunities that yield private support for the university. You can learn more about each of these entities at www.asuenterprisepartners.org.

Who we are:

Our team is varied—fundraisers, designers, scholars, financial wizards, ex-CEOs, filmmakers, venture capitalists, inventors, volunteers—and each member brings a different perspective to our vision.

Regardless of background, we share a mission that we can help, that quality higher education should be accessible—no matter from where one comes—and that we are responsible for the wellbeing of the communities we live in and serve.

Want to advance the most innovative university in the country—and your work?
Join us.

There is no single career journey at Enterprise Partners. Roles often shift as passions are discovered. You’ll be encouraged to look across the organization to determine if new areas are of interest—whether in fundraising, real estate development, social media or something else. Training courses are offered every week, and our main offices face ASU’s Tempe campus, where our employees’ tuition is significantly reduced.

Our advancement opportunities are real—and so is the ability to be part of an intellectually stimulating, people-focused, mission-driven team doing meaningful work in a beautiful, vibrant, sunlit location.

ASU Enterprise Partners Shared Services

Enterprise Partners Shared Services comprises teams of investment and finance, law, information systems, human resources and communication experts who provide centralized guidance and support to each entity that makes up ASU Enterprise Partners: the ASU Foundation, University Realty LLC, ASU Research Enterprises, Arizona Technology Enterprises and Research Collaboratory at ASU.

Role summary:

The student will be responsible for working with the investments team on all current and future initiatives including the long-term investment pool, short-term investment pool, ASU EdTech Accelerator, ASU investor network, and all other investment functions. Responsibilities includes process development activities, data analysis, business development support, and market research, as well as interacting with current team to create proposals and reports for senior management. Excel mastery is a plus; investment and/or venture development experience is preferred. The position will require approximately 20 hours per week, with additional availability during the non-school year.

What you'll do:

·         Support the Office of Investments with the management, operations, and oversight of the long-term and short-term investment pools.

·         Support activities of the ASU EdTech Accelerator and ASU investor network including company research and due diligence, business development, company onboarding, pilot management, reporting, and documentation

·         Improve efficiency of internal and external investment reporting through the creation of dashboards and other automated processes

·         Prepare and organize legal documents, events, and communications related to EP’s ventures, investments, and other stakeholders

·         Aggregate data used for investment analytics from various sources including MorningStar Direct, SAS programs, and other external sources

·         Support accounting, tax, audit, and administrative activities related to EP’s investments

·         Create research briefs and reports for leadership as needed

·         Other duties as assigned

What you'll need:

·            Collaborative style, combined with the ability and desire to work in a team-based environment 

·            Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively in person, in writing, and by phone

·            Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

·            Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to Enterprise Partners, its subsidiaries and University business and confidential prospect information

·            Attention to detail and thoroughness in completing assigned duties

·            Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects

·            Mastery of Microsoft Excel

·            Ability to quickly learn new software programs as needed

·            Proficient in Microsoft Office

·            Problem solver who can take initiative and set priorities while being flexible 

·            Team-oriented strategist able to effectively manage complex situations involving numerous and sometimes competing constituencies

·            Ability to represent the institution well

·            An advocate’s belief in the vision of ASU as the New American University

·            Adept at navigating complex environments with evolving priorities and communication plans

Relevant Experience:

A current student at Arizona State University pursuing a degree in a related field, such as finance, marketing, and/or economics with a willingness to learn and ability to work well with others. Student must be willing to sign and abide by a confidentiality agreement.

Contact us today.

For more information on ASU Enterprise Partners, visit our web site at www.asuenterprisepartners.org.

If interested in this position, please apply online at www.asuenterprisepartners.org/careers.

ASU Enterprise Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer