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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.

Today, AppWorks is the region’s leading startup accelerator and early-stage VC. AppWorks Accelerator, the renowned 6-month free accelerator program, now admits 30 startups per batch from across the region and boasts 300 active startups and 860 founders in our alumni network. Well known startups such as EZTABLE, NetPublishing (隆中網絡), KuoBrothers (創業家兄弟), 91APP, KKday, Morning Shop (早餐吃麥片), AsiaYo and ShopBack are all members in this community.

All AppWorks startups together generate US$ 1.9 billion in annual revenues, provide 7,209 jobs and are valued at US$ 1.7 billion. As a VC, AppWorks has US$ 61M under management. It funds 10 deals a year, owns 40 companies in its portfolio and has so far produced 2 IPOs — NetPublishing and KuoBrothers.

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. Summer Associate (MBA Internship)
3. Analyst 分析師 / 投資副理
4. Intern 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 making VC investments and advising startups. Your core responsibility is to manage full life cycles of our investments — from pre-investment research, forming theses, due diligence, structuring deals, closing process, post-investment tracking, adding value all the way to exits. You will also be contributing to the AppWorks Ecosystem and taking on new initiatives.

You will have the opportunity to:

1. Conduct rigorous research into markets, verticals and investment opportunities and form investment theses
2. Source deals and conduct investment due diligence
3. Work directly with our Partners to structure deals, make investment decisions and participate in closings
4. Track the progress of our portfolio companies and help teams solve problems
5. Assist with our expansion into Southeast Asia

To excel in this position you will need:

1. Genuine passion for technology, the Internet and making a big impact
2. 5+ years of professional experience launching a startup, working in one, or in an Internet/tech company
3. Strong personal drive and motivation
4. High intellectual curiosity and strong critical thinking
5. The ability to see both details and the big picture
6. Great soft / networking skills
7. Substantial experience living/working internationally
8. Solid written and verbal English & Mandarin skills
9. Proficiency with financial modeling and spreadsheet

It would be nice if you also have:

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

To Apply

• Click here to start your application

2. Summer Associate (MBA Internship)

We’re looking for 3 high-energy Summer Associate to spend 2018 summer with us in Taipei! We are the leading Internet startup accelerator in Asia and one of the region’s most active early-stage VCs. Created by founders for founders, we like to get deeply involved with startup teams by providing our expertise and massive regional network. This position will offer first-hand experience advising startups and making VC investments. Dedicated to building startup ecosystem for Southeast Asia, AppWorks is also proud to make full-time offers to exceptional interns.

You will have the opportunity to:

1. Conduct rigorous research into markets, verticals and investment opportunities
2. Work directly with our Partners and Associates to make investment decisions and participate in closings
3. Track the progress of our portfolio companies and help teams solve problems
4. Assist with our expansion into Southeast Asia

To excel in this position you will need:

1. Genuine passion about technology, the Internet, 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. Solid written and verbal English & Mandarin skills
7. Experience with Microsoft Excel
8. 5+ years of work experience, particularly in Internet-related businesses

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

• Click here to start your application

3. Analyst 分析師 / 投資副理

We’re looking for an Analyst to join AppWorks to help drive investments and contribute to the AppWorks ecosystem. We are a leading startup accelerator and one of the most active early-stage VCs in Asia. AppWorks is created by founders for founders. We like to get deeply involved with startup teams to provide expertise and strategic value. This position will offer first-hand experience making VC investments and advising startups.
You will have the opportunity to:

1. Conduct rigorous research into markets, verticals and investment opportunities and form investment theses
2. Source deals and conduct investment due diligence
3. Work directly with our Partners to structure deals, make investment decisions and participate in closings
4. Track the progress of our portfolio companies and help teams solve problems
5. Assist with our expansion into Southeast Asia

To excel in this position you will need:

1. Genuine passion about technology, the Internet and making a big impact
2. 3+ years of startup experience, either as a founder or a core team member
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. Substantial experience living/working internationally
8. Solid written and verbal English & Mandarin skills
9. Experience with Microsoft Excel

It would also be nice for you to have:

1. A strong personal online presence
2. Good writing skills
3. Good understanding of computer programing languages

To Apply

• Click here to start your application

4. Intern 實習生

See first hand how AppWorks, the #1 startup accelerator in Asia, actually operates. Learn how to pull off an event attended by 1,000 people — our renowned semi-annual Demo Day. 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. Help on planning and execution of various programs
2. Sit in numerous speaker events and learn
3. Craft your own special projects with your mentor
4. Spend at least 2.5 days a week at AppWorks (9:30 – 13:30; 13:30 – 17:30)

We love students that are:

1. Starting a startup / joining a startup upon graduation
2. Intellectually curious
3. Challenge seekers
4. Resourceful in finding information and data
5. Skillful computer users
6. Highly accountable / with great work ethics
7. Fast English readers
8. Authorized to take an internship in Taiwan (international students)

To Apply

• Email Resume & Cover Letter to Izza Lin