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AppWorks was started by Jamie in 2010 to give Taiwan a push as it upgrades itself into a 21st-century digital economy and to connect Taiwan with ASEAN to form a collaborative Greater Southeast Asia ecosystem. AppWorks is the region’s leading startup accelerator and early-stage VC. Every 6 months, we invite the most talented AI / IOT, blockchain / crypto and Southeast Asia startups across the region to join AppWorks Accelerator, equipping founders spanning all walks of life with the necessary resources, mentorship, and guidance to get their ventures off the ground. Today, the AppWorks Ecosystem stands stronger than ever, now encompassing 607 active startups and 1,846 founders. Together, AppWorks startups generate US$ 16 billion in annual revenues, have created 24,570 jobs and are valued at US$ 30.3 billion. As a VC, AppWorks manages US$ 350M total fund size, funding approximately 20 – 30 deals a year, while having produced 6 IPOs and 6 IEOs to date. AppWorks counts more than 100 companies in its portfolio, including leading startups working on AI, Blockchain, and Southeast Asia such as FLOW/Dapper Labs, Animoca Brands, Carousell, 91APP, KKday. At AppWorks, you will contribute directly to the fast-growing AppWorks Ecosystem. You will have access to AppWorks Founders and CEOs, many of whom are on their way to becoming leaders in the business community. Team AppWorks is a group of self-starters. We manage our own time and we deliver. We work together in a great environment with abundant learning opportunities. We strive to improve and become better versions of ourselves every day. We welcome you to join the team and be our coworker.

Here are the positions that are currently open:

1. (Full-Time) Associate 投資經理
2. Analyst 分析師 / 投資副理
3. (Work to earn) Crypto Native Analyst 分析師 / 投資副理
4. Summer Associate 暑期投資經理
5. Paid Intern 給薪實習生

1. (Full-Time) Associate 投資經理

Associates are the ones that make things happen at AppWorks. This position will offer first-hand experience advising founders and making VC investments. Your core responsibility is to manage full life cycles of our investments — including sourcing quality founders, research, forming theses, due diligence, structuring deals, closing process, post-investment tracking, adding value all the way to exit and beyond. You will also be contributing directly to the AppWorks Ecosystem and taking on new initiatives. You will have the opportunity to:

1. Build relations with the most influential founders and investors across Greater Southeast Asia and web3
2. Network with Beacon Funds and other VC partners to structure deals and cultivate the future Musks and Vitaliks of our world
3. Formulate investment theses, conduct due diligence, and place bets in emerging industries and technologies
4. Immerse yourself in local markets across the region and compile research reports on upcoming trends
5. Produce a steady stream of thought leadership and content marketing to solidify AppWorks’ branding
6. Hone your chops as a venture capitalist and investor
7. Earn US$ 78K – 173K annually based on your performance and an additional US$ 12K child care assistance per 0-6 years old

To excel in this position you will need:

1. Genuine passion about founders and their stories, technology and making a big impact
2. Strong networking and business development skills with an ability to travel regularly
3. 4+ years of professional experience launching a startup, working in one, or in a tech company. Alternatively, 4+ years of work experience in an asset management firm, preferably an investment role at a VC, PE, public equity funds, investment bank, or consultancy firm. 
4. A good understanding of who you are and where you are going
5. A great deal of intellectual curiosity and an ability to think critically
6. The ability to both zoom in see the details and zoom out to paint a big picture
7. Proficiency in English, both written and verbal communication
8. Substantial experience living/working internationally
9. Proficiency in financial modeling and with spreadsheets

It would be nice if you also have:

1. A strong online presence
2. An MBA from a top business school
3. A computer science / maker background

To Apply

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2. Analyst 分析師 / 投資副理

Analysts are responsible for recruiting and tracking founders, seizing investment opportunities and contributing to the AppWorks Ecosystem. This position will offer first-hand experience making VC investments and advising founders. You will have the opportunity to:

1. Track early-stage founders closely as they go through their journeys and build tomorrow’s unicorns
2. Research into paradigm shifts and form investment theses
3. Source deals and conduct investment due diligence
4. Structure deals, participate in investment decision making and closings
5. Track the progress of our portfolio founders and their companies and help solve problems
6. Earn US$ 45K – 99K annually based on your performance and an additional US$ 12K in child care assistance per 0-6 years old

To excel in this position you will need:

1. Genuine passion about founders and their stories, technology and making a big impact
2. A good understanding of who you are and where you are going
3. High interests in meeting and getting to know startup founders
4. A fair amount of intellectual curiosity and an ability to think critically
5. The ability to both zoom in see the details and zoom out to paint a big picture
6. Some experience living/working internationally
7. Solid written and verbal English & Mandarin skills
8. Proficiency in financial modeling and with spreadsheets

It would also be nice for you to have:

1. Have 2+ years of startup experience, either as a founder or a team member
2. 1-2 years of work experience in a tech company, or an asset management firm, preferably an investment role at a VC, PE, public equity funds, investment bank, or consultancy firm. 
3. Are a native crypto user / trader, or a web3 builder
4. Love to write essays
5. Have build a strong online presence

To Apply

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3. (Work to earn) Crypto Native Analyst 分析師 / 投資副理

Having high conviction on the impact that web3 protocols, companies, and DAOs will bring to society, AppWorks is hiring Crypto Native Analysts. Working together with our web3 team, you will be responsible for identifying and seizing quality deals through the full cycle of the investment process. This position will offer first-hand experience in making VC investments and building long-term relationships with founders at the forefront of this fast-changing industry. You will have the opportunity to:

1. Source deals and conduct investment due diligence in the web3 space
2. Work with our Partners, Principals, and Associates to structure deals, build theses, make investment decisions, and carry out closing
3. Conduct research into web3 frontiers
4. Track the progress of our web3 founders and help them through the journey of building successful protocols, companies, and DAOs
5. Earn US$ 45K – 99K annually based on your performance and an additional US$ 12K in child care assistance per 0-6 years old

To excel in this position you will need:

1. Firm belief in blockchain, web3, and the impact decentralization will make on people’s lives
2. Lots of experiences as a web3 founder / team member / user / researcher / trader
3. Strong personal drive and motivation
4. Excellent critical thinking skills and intellectual curiosity
5. The ability to see both details and the big picture
6. Great soft / networking skills
7. Solid written and verbal English & Mandarin skills

It would also be nice for you to have:

1. A strong personal Twitter presence
2. Good understanding of blockchain programming languages (e.g. Solidity)
3. Your own personal network in the blockchain/crypto industry

To Apply

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4. Summer Associate 暑期投資經理

We’re looking for high-energy MBA Summer Associates to spend the 2024 summer with us in Taipei, Taiwan. The program spans 10 weeks during the summer. This position will offer first-hand experience advising founders and participating in VC deals across Greater Southeast Asia’s increasingly vibrant startup ecosystem. AppWorks is also proud to make full-time offers to exceptional Summer Associates

You will have the opportunity to:

1. Develop relations with rising founders and CEOs in GSEA’s most promising internet startups and global web3 projects
2. Conduct in-depth due diligence on a wide range of markets, verticals, and investment opportunities
3. Work directly with our Partners, Principals, and Associates in executing investment decisions and closing deals
4. Track the progress of our portfolio companies and help teams solve real-world problems
5. Work and travel in Taiwan primarily with some relevant business trips in Asia
6. Earn competitive MBA pay
7. Receive the full-time offer after the program
   

To excel in this position you will need:

1. Genuine passion for technology, startups and making a big impact
2. Strong personal drive and motivation
3. Excellent critical thinking skills and intellectual curiosity
4. The ability to see both details and the big picture
5. Great soft / networking skills
6. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
7. 4+ years of work experience, preferably in tech/startup
   

It would also be nice for you to have:

1. A strong personal online presence
2. Good writing skills
3. Substantial experience living/working internationally

To Apply

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5. Paid Intern 給薪實習生

See first hand how AppWorks, the leading startup accelerator & VC in Greater Southeast Asia, actually operates. Learn how to pull off an event attended by 1,000 people — our renowned semi-annual Demo Day. Conduct research and due diligence for VC deals and investment-related projects. Gain access to AppWorks Partners, Associates, Analysts, and Masters. Meet a ton of aspiring startup founders, from Taiwan, Southeast Asia, and around the world. Prepare yourself for a successful career in the startup land.

International students are welcome to apply. Program Description:

1. In charge of researching and execution in various programs
2. Sit in numerous speaker events and learn
3. Craft your own special projects with your mentor
4. Spend 2.5 days a week at AppWorks and earn NT$ 20,800 per month (NT$ 260 per hour)
5. Each batch is from March to July or August to December

We look for students that:

1. Have an overall positive attitude
2. Are highly accountable / with great work ethic
3. Are intellectually curious and fast learners
4. Are challenge-seekers
5. Are resourceful in finding information and data

It would be nice if you:

1. Have a startup dream
2. Are experienced in the student organizations
3. Interned at a startup before

To Apply

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