Operations Associate, Techstars Alabama Energy Tech Fall 2026
Techstars is a global accelerator and early-stage venture capital firm that invests in ambitious founders.
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About Techstars
Founded in 2006, Techstars backs early-stage startups through mentorship-driven accelerator programs, investment, founder support, and community initiatives. Accepted companies receive capital, intensive three-month mentorship, partner benefits, and long-term access to Techstars’ global network. Techstars serves founders and startups across multiple industries and geographies, as well as mentors, investors, corporate partners, universities, governments, and startup communities.
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About the Role
Support the day-to-day operations of the Techstars Alabama EnergyTech accelerator program from August through December 2026 by engaging with founders, coordinating mentors and partners, planning activities and events, managing office logistics, creating program materials, managing LinkedIn updates, supporting marketing efforts, traveling with the cohort during Alabama program opportunities, and representing Techstars in the local community.
Requirements
- 1-3 years in a fast-paced project or program management-focused position
- Strong interest in technology, startups, entrepreneurship, and venture capital
- Attention to detail
- Experience in event planning and event logistics
- Comfort with varied responsibilities
- Ability to work with minimal direction while meeting high expectations
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Authorization to work in the United States
- Currently living in the Birmingham area
Responsibilities
- Engage with founders and plan activities, meetings, and events
- Coordinate mentor, corporate partner, founder, and sponsor visits
- Follow program content and curriculum best practices
- Plan and execute events, in-person program trips, and Demo Day
- Manage office logistics
- Create presentation decks, Eventbrite registration pages, digital graphics, and branded assets
- Manage the program’s LinkedIn page and post founder success updates
- Travel with the cohort during program opportunities in Alabama
- Represent Techstars in the local community