Founder Associate (gn) Intern @ Biotech Startup, Munich

At Mycolever, we are building the powerhouse for sustainable fungal biocompounds. We unlocking the biodiversity of fungi to supercharge the industrial bioeconomy.

Our journey begins with our biosurfactant platform, where we develop sustainable alternatives to petrochemical-based surfactants.

Ingredient by ingredient, we unlock the Fungal Kingdom with our compound discovery platform and provide highly functional biocompounds. Formulation by formulation, we minimize the environmental footprints of our customers and shape a greener future together.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and entrepreneurial Associate to our Founding Team to join our mission and to help us develop Mycolever to the next level. You will be working directly with the founders and gain a complete view of the venture development from tech to business. We learn, grow, and have a great time doing it.

• Be a true entrepreneur and help build a company from day 1.
• Learn what it means to be a founder by working directly with our founding team.
• Support the founders in daily tasks and help position Mycolever as a market leader.
• Engage in the implementation of our go-to-market strategy through e.g. business case validation, expert interviews, marketing and sales projects, and product launch preparations.
• Address challenges related to process and operational scalability, such as preparing product launches, building sales processes, supporting marketing activities, supporting project management, etc.
• Contribute to product development activities, whether in software development or biotech process scale-up.
• Assist the founders in navigating the fundraising process, from defining strategies to managing investor relations and mastering the perfect pitch.
• Apply and join us for a minimum of 3 months.

• You are currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant fields, such as business, management, business informatics, formulation chemist, cosmetics, or others.
• First internship experience in startups, tech companies, or consulting is an advantage.
• You are business fluent in English. Fluency in German may be required for certain positions.
• You have a "get-things-done" attitude, are not afraid to take initiative, and can drive results.
• You possess strong problem-solving skills and the ambition to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• You bring authenticity to your work, whether you are introverted, extroverted, a doer, or an analytical thinker.
• You enjoy the journey and understand that building ventures is an exciting ride with ups and downs.

We believe in transparency and efficiency. Our hiring process consists of three stages, designed to provide a smooth and quick experience.

1. Initial Interview: A 30-minute chat with one of our founders to get to know you and discuss your expectations.
2. Deep Dive Interview: A 60-minute mini-case study and interview with one of our founders to assess your skills and discuss your past projects. References are a plus.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you! Reach out to us with your application – no extensive documents required. Let’s shape the future of the industrial bioeconomy together!

At Mycolever, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We warmly welcome and encourage individuals from all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups, to apply for this position.