Undergraduate and Graduate Opportunities

Accounting Intern

Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT

Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.

Join CI’s Accounting Team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. 

At CI, finance is front and center to what we do. It informs every investment we make and every dollar of capital we receive. It allows us to report on and evaluate our performance over time. And it turns insights into action by helping our team make informed decisions.

In this role, you’ll get to put your fingerprint on all facets of finance – from capital allocation and planning, to reporting and analysis, due diligence and investment management, accounting, and capital markets.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Support financial planning and budget management functions for operating companies including monitoring and analyzing results against budget and preparation of financial outlooks and financial forecasts.
• Help prepare monthly board and lender reporting packages.

Capital Allocation and Long-term Planning

• Support the annual budgeting process across CI. This includes working with CI investors to model out projections and valuations, and the consolidation of our portfolio companies’ forecasts for board approval.

Trusted Finance Partner to Leadership

• Work with CI leadership to interpret key operational performance drivers and growth trends.

Capital Sourcing

• Play an integral role in capital needs to fuel our investments, cash management, and equity recapitalization events

Accounting

• Help evaluate the financial and impact performance of investments against their objectives and their competitive landscape.
• Support the accurate and timely creation and dissemination of financial management reports including, but not limited to, internal and external financial statements, reconciliations of accounts and performance reports.
• Support the cash management process including oversight for capital calls, capital expenditures, borrowing and lending activities and accounts payable (including signing of checks).

Qualifications

• Current MBA or undergraduate student studying finance, accounting, economics, business administration, or a related field
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and identify key trends
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with financial modeling and forecasting techniques is a plus
• Demonstrated interest in venture capital, private equity, or corporate finance; experience in financial analysis, accounting, or investment-related coursework preferred
• Based in or studying in Connecticut
• Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven

Skills & Competencies

• Passionate about startups and community building
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Ability to present financial insights clearly and concisely
• Curious, proactive, and adaptable
• Highly organized with strong follow-through
• Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor

The CI Intern Experience

As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.

You’ll have an opportunity to:

• Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
• Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
• Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
• Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
• Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
• Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
• Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
• Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag

Office of the CEO Intern

Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT

Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.

Office of the CEO Internship

Gain valuable hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment working with the CEO and senior level staff members. Interns may contribute to projects throughout CI that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.

We are seeking bachelor’s degree and MBA students with a strong interest in venture capital with a desire to match their academic work with professional work experience. Preference will be given to candidates demonstrating curriculum, research and/or practical experience alignment with our mission and enrolled in a Connecticut College or University or a resident of Connecticut.

Responsibilities

• Data collection and analysis on prospective investments
• Cash flow modeling for individual projects, programs, or investments
• Sourcing potential investments through online research and in person visits
• with initial assessments of applicant’s business plans in relation to CI investment criteria
• Assistance with due diligence activities to obtain and analyze pertinent information relative to the applicant’s management, market, technology, products, competitors, financial history and projections, and business strategy and plan
• Assistance in preparing analyses and presentations to the CI Investment Committee
• Assistance with investment monitoring activities such as financial analysis, market research, etc.
• Participation in lead generation, business development activities
• Prepare research and presentations for Board of Director and other key stakeholder meetings
• Assist with special projects in various departments as needed

Qualifications

• Current MBA or bachelor’s student
• Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation
• Based in or studying in Connecticut
• Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven

Skills & Competencies

• Passionate about startups and community building
• Curious, proactive, and adaptable
• Highly organized with strong follow-through
• Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor

The CI Intern Experience

As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.

You’ll have an opportunity to:

• Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
• Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
• Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
• Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
• Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
• Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
• Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
• Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag

Venture Team Intern – AI/Q Technology 

Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT

Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.

The AI/Q Fund invests in high-potential companies at the intersection of artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and deep tech. The fund targets scalable commercial AI and quantum ventures that will drive Connecticut-and the nation-forward in the next decade. Building on CI’s success backing transformative technologies and visionary founders, the AI/Q Fund further establishes Connecticut as a leading hub for innovation. More than a third of CI’s portfolio companies are already incorporating AI into their growth strategies.

AI/Q Venture Team Internship

Join CI’s Venture Team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interns contribute to projects that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.

We are seeking candidates currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program in finance, business administration, computer science, engineering, or a related field. Students pursuing an MBA or a master’s degree in a technical field are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data on portfolio activity, AI and quantum computing markets, competitors, and emerging technologies
• Support investment monitoring, financial analysis, and market research
• Assist with due diligence, including business plan assessment and company evaluations
• Build financial models and prepare presentations for the CI Investment Committee
• Contribute to lead generation, sourcing, and business development activities

Qualifications

• Current MBA or bachelor’s student studying finance, business, computer science, engineering, or a related field
• Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation within AI, quantum computing, or deep tech
• Based in or studying in Connecticut
• Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven

Skills & Competencies

• Passionate about startups and community building
• Curious, proactive, and adaptable
• Highly organized with strong follow-through
• Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor

The CI Intern Experience

As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.

You’ll have an opportunity to:

• Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
• Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
• Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
• Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
• Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
• Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
• Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
• Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag

Venture Team Intern – Climate Tech

Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT

Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.

Climate Technology Fund

The CI ClimateTech Fund is a $100 million fund that invests capital and strategic support in early stage and growth companies. The fund is looking to invest in the following areas: Energy, transportation and mobility, food and agriculture, water, climate-related software, waste and circular economy, advanced materials/manufacturing, carbon removal/sequestration and more.

Connecticut is taking a macro government strategy to decarbonize, with CI working in tandem with the Connecticut Green Bank, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, Department of Transportation, Office of Workforce Strategy, and more.

Climate Technology Venture Team Internship

Join CI’s Climate Technology Venture Team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interns contribute to projects that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.

We seek MBA or undergraduate students with a strong interest in the intersection between venture capital and sustainability. Preference will be given to candidates demonstrating curriculum, research and/or practical experience in sustainability, environmental science, renewable energy, or climate-focused initiatives.

The Climate Technology Venture Team is small in size, but each team member plays a pivotal role in investment due diligence and post-investment portfolio growth. The team values diverse perspectives, bold thinking, and mission alignment.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data on portfolio activity, industries, markets, and competitors
• Support investment monitoring, financial analysis, and market research
• Assist with due diligence, including business plan assessment and company evaluations
• Build financial models and prepare presentations for the CI Investment Committee
• Contribute to lead generation, sourcing, and business development activities

Qualifications

• Current MBA or undergraduate student studying finance, business, environmental science, or related field of study
• Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation
• Research or professional experience in sustainability, environmental science, renewable energy, or climate-focused initiatives
• Based in or studying in Connecticut
• Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven

Skills & Competencies

• Passionate about startups and community building
• Curious, proactive, and adaptable
• Highly organized with strong follow-through
• Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor

The CI Intern Experience

As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.

You’ll have an opportunity to:

• Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
• Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
• Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
• Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
• Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
• Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
• Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
• Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag

Venture Team Intern – Future Fund

Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT

Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.

Future Fund

Only 8% of venture-backed startup founders are women. Just 1% are Black, and only 0.4% are Latinx.

The CI Future Fund was created to back early-stage companies led by diverse founders with bold ideas and real-world impact. With a $50 million fund, we’re industry agnostic-but deeply committed to diversity at the board and executive level.

We believe the best founders are those who are personally connected to the problems they’re solving and the communities they’re building for. That kind of authenticity and insight gives them an edge from day one-and we’re here to help them win.

Future Fund Venture Team Internship

Join CI’s Venture Team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interns contribute to projects that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.

We seek MBA or undergraduate students with a strong interest in the intersection between venture capital and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Preference for applicants who have explored diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives through their coursework, research, or practical experience

The Future Fund Venture Team is small in size, but each team member plays a pivotal role in investment due diligence and post-investment portfolio growth. The team values diverse perspectives, bold thinking, and mission alignment.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data on portfolio activity, industries, markets, and competitors
• Support investment monitoring, financial analysis, and market research
• Assist with due diligence, including business plan assessment and company evaluations
• Build financial models and prepare presentations for the CI Investment Committee
• Contribute to lead generation, sourcing, and business development activities

Qualifications

• Current MBA or undergraduate student
• Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation
• Research, extracurricular or professional experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives
• Based in or studying in Connecticut
• Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven

Skills & Competencies

• Passionate about startups and community building
• Curious, proactive, and adaptable
• Highly organized with strong follow-through
• Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor

The CI Intern Experience

As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.

You’ll have an opportunity to:

• Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
• Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
• Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
• Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
• Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
• Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
• Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
• Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag

Venture Team Intern – Human Capital Services

Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT

Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.

HCS Team Internship

Join CI’s Human Capital Services team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interns contribute to projects that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.

The HCS Team provides services across organization design and structure, talent acquisition and retention, total rewards and recognition programs, employer branding, HR analytics, process and systems, and more. The HCS Team has identified ‘preferred’ strategic partners at reduced costs to support some of these services.

We are seeking undergraduate and MBA students with a strong interest in the intersection between venture capital and human resources.

Responsibilities

• Support executives and founders across the portfolio with talent acquisition and recruiting assistance.
• HCS Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy – research and recommend AI opportunities that can be leveraged by the HCS Team.
• Support employer branding initiatives for CI and our portfolio companies, helping attract top emerging talent
• Help manage candidate pipelines, scheduling, and outreach communications
• Assist in organizing and executing recruiting events, info sessions, or career fairs
• Maintain and monitor CI’s Talent Network Database, Consider, making infrastructure improvements to optimize the platform
• Conduct research on talent pools, compensation trends, and diversity initiatives to inform recruitment strategy

Qualifications

• Current MBA or undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, Organizational Psychology, or a related field
• Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation
• Based in or studying in Connecticut
• Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven

Skills & Competencies

• Passionate about startups and community building
• Curious, proactive, and adaptable
• Highly organized with strong follow-through
• Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor

The CI Intern Experience

As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.

You’ll have an opportunity to:

• Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
• Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
• Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
• Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
• Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
• Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
• Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
• Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag

Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.

Future Fund

Only 8% of venture-backed startup founders are women. Just 1% are Black, and only 0.4% are Latinx.

The CI Future Fund was created to back early-stage companies led by diverse founders with bold ideas and real-world impact. With a $50 million fund, we’re industry agnostic-but deeply committed to diversity at the board and executive level.

We believe the best founders are those who are personally connected to the problems they’re solving and the communities they’re building for. That kind of authenticity and insight gives them an edge from day one-and we’re here to help them win.

Future Fund Venture Team Internship

Join CI’s Venture Team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interns contribute to projects that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.

We seek MBA or undergraduate students with a strong interest in the intersection between venture capital and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Preference for applicants who have explored diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives through their coursework, research, or practical experience

The Future Fund Venture Team is small in size, but each team member plays a pivotal role in investment due diligence and post-investment portfolio growth. The team values diverse perspectives, bold thinking, and mission alignment.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data on portfolio activity, industries, markets, and competitors
• Support investment monitoring, financial analysis, and market research
• Assist with due diligence, including business plan assessment and company evaluations
• Build financial models and prepare presentations for the CI Investment Committee
• Contribute to lead generation, sourcing, and business development activities

Qualifications

• Current MBA or undergraduate student
• Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation
• Research, extracurricular or professional experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives
• Based in or studying in Connecticut
• Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven

Skills & Competencies

• Passionate about startups and community building
• Curious, proactive, and adaptable
• Highly organized with strong follow-through
• Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor

The CI Intern Experience

As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.

You’ll have an opportunity to:

• Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
• Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
• Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
• Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
• Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
• Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
• Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
• Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag

Venture Team Intern – Technology Fund

Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT

Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.

Technology Fund

CI’s Technology fund has provided more than $100 million to date to Connecticut’s promising high-tech companies, with a focus on FinTech, InsurTech, SaaS and PaaS early-stage companies. We’ve attracted companies to Connecticut from both coasts and as far away as Europe!

Technology Venture Team Internship

Join CI’s Venture Team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interns contribute to projects that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.

We are seeking candidates currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program in finance, business administration, computer science, engineering, or a related field. Students pursuing an MBA or a master’s degree in a technical field are encouraged to apply.

The Technology Venture Team is small in size, but each team member plays a pivotal role in investment due diligence and post-investment portfolio growth. The team values diverse perspectives, bold thinking, and mission alignment.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data on portfolio activity, industries, markets, and competitors
• Support investment monitoring, financial analysis, and market research
• Assist with due diligence, including business plan assessment and company evaluations
• Build financial models and prepare presentations for the CI Investment Committee
• Contribute to lead generation, sourcing, and business development activities

Qualifications

• Current MBA or bachelor’s student studying finance, business, computer science, engineering, or related field of study
• Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation within FinTech, InsurTech, Saas, and Engineering
• Based in or studying in Connecticut
• Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven

Skills & Competencies

• Passionate about startups and community building
• Curious, proactive, and adaptable
• Highly organized with strong follow-through
• Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor

The CI Intern Experience

As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.

You’ll have an opportunity to:

• Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
• Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
• Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
• Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
• Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
• Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
• Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
• Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag

Venture Team Intern – Venture Debt

Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT

Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.

Venture Debt Fund

CI’s Venture Debt Fund provides flexible financing to early- and late-stage tech companies through venture and mezzanine debt. This type of capital helps startups grow without giving up significant equity. Mezzanine debt is a hybrid of debt and equity – typically offering higher interest rates and including warrants (the right to buy equity) as part of the return. We offer loans from $150,000 to $2 million, with fixed interest rates between 6% and 12%, terms of 3 to 5 years, and liens on company assets as collateral.

We invest in technology-driven companies that are based in or open to relocating to Connecticut, with a focus on bioscience, IT, clean tech, photonics, and advanced materials. As an intern, you’ll get hands-on experience with startup financing, due diligence, and portfolio evaluation-ideal for anyone interested in venture capital, structured finance, or supporting innovation at the early stages.

We seek MBA or undergraduate students with a strong interest in venture debt, who are eager to gain hands-on experience at the intersection of venture capital and lending.

Venture Debt Team Internship

Join CI’s Venture Debt Team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interns contribute to projects that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.

The Venture Debt Team is small in size, but each team member plays a pivotal role. The team values diverse perspectives, bold thinking, and mission alignment.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data on portfolio activity, industries, markets, and competitors
• Support investment monitoring, financial analysis, and market research
• Assist with due diligence, including business plan assessment and company evaluations
• Build financial models and prepare presentations for the CI Investment Committee
• Contribute to lead generation, sourcing, and business development activities

Qualifications

• Current MBA or undergraduate student
• Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation
• Analytical and financial modeling skills or coursework in finance, economics, or accounting
• Based in or studying in Connecticut
• Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven

Skills & Competencies

• Passionate about startups and community building
• Curious, proactive, and adaptable
• Highly organized with strong follow-through
• Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor

The CI Intern Experience

As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.

You’ll have an opportunity to:

• Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
• Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
• Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
• Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
• Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
• Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
• Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
• Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag

Graduate Student Postings

Venture Team Intern – Bioscience Innovation

Connecticut Innovations | New Haven, CT

Connecticut Innovations (CI) is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program.

Connecticut Bioscience Innovation Fund (CBIF)

Through the $200 million CBIF, CI accelerates bioscience breakthroughs by providing equity investments and loans. The portfolio includes 100+ companies across digital health, biotech, pharma, diagnostics, life science tools, and medical devices.

• Since 2013, bioscience investments have more than doubled, leveraging $3.5+ billion in outside capital
• Recent IPOs: Arvinas, Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, RallyBio, Sema4
• Recent acquisitions: Avitus, Biorez, DiA Imaging Analysis, Diameter Health, Medically Home, Populi

Venture Team Internship

Join CI’s Venture Team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interns contribute to projects that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.

We seek MBA, PhD, MS, or MPH students passionate about venture capital-especially those with backgrounds in life sciences or healthcare-who are enrolled in or reside in Connecticut.

The CBIF Venture Team is small in size, but each team member plays a pivotal role in investment due diligence and post-investment portfolio growth. The team values diverse perspectives, bold thinking, and mission alignment.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data on portfolio activity, industries, markets, and competitors
• Support investment monitoring, financial analysis, and market research
• Assist with due diligence, including business plan assessment and company evaluations
• Build financial models and prepare presentations for the CI Investment Committee
• Contribute to lead generation, sourcing, and business development activities

Qualifications

• Current or recent MBA, PhD, MS, or MPH student
• Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation
• Research or professional experience in life sciences or healthcare
• Based in or studying in Connecticut
• Available to work on-site two days per week (Mondays and Wednesdays required) in New Haven

Skills & Competencies

• Passionate about startups and community building
• Curious, proactive, and adaptable
• Highly organized with strong follow-through
• Skilled communicator who can synthesize complex data
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and sense of humor

The CI Intern Experience

As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem-learning, building, and connecting along the way.

You’ll have an opportunity to:

• Level up your VC skills: Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum
• Develop professionally: Attend workshops to enhance business and leadership skills
• Work on real deals: Collaborate with interns and CI staff on active investments
• Network across Connecticut: Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders
• Engage with founders: Attend live pitches and executive sessions
• Shape CI’s future: Contribute to investments and process improvements
• Explore the ecosystem: Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners
• Enjoy perks: Great food, fun events, and exclusive CI swag