Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Intern

The role

The Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Intern supports the Business Development team with prospecting, outreach, and onboarding new partners across the US. The role involves research, communication, and asset creation to help expand Kiva's partner network.

What you will do

• Research and organize data for potential partners and their networks
• Research prospective foundations and corporate partners/donors
• Research on potential national partnerships for scale
• Analyze key performance data of existing Hubs to develop successful Hub case studies
• Support the US team in managing incoming inquiries from new and existing partners
• Support cold outreach to prospective partners
• Engage with stakeholders as the first point of contact
• Support efforts to monitor partner participation and engagement in monthly meetings
• Help create and refine pitch decks, presentations and supporting materials
• Create visual charts and graphs for CAM and Trustee Surveys

Required qualifications

• Authorization to work in the United States on a permanent, full-time basis

Nice to have

• At least 21 years of age or older by January 13, 2026
• Able to commit to the full 6-month term
• Strong critical thinking, with an eye for detail, and ownership of your work
• Enjoys problem-solving and relationship building
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly proactive and able to work independently
• Highly organized individual with an aptitude for working in a start-up environment
• Intermediate skills in Google docs, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Benefits

• Professional development and skills workshops
• Access to Kiva’s network of Kiva Fellowship and Internship Alumni
• Optional participation in Kiva’s Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Social activities such as happy hours and coffee chats
• References are gladly given for successful participants
• Modest stipend of $800 a month

Before you apply

• Can only consider applicants with authorization to work in the United States on a permanent, full-time basis
• Cannot provide visa sponsorship
• Must have availability to commit for the entire internship period

About the company

Kiva is a global nonprofit that expands financial access and helps underserved communities thrive through crowdfunded loans. The organization has a digital-first culture with team members dispersed around the world.