Are you passionate about learning and turning complex information into engaging content? Are you a fast learner who thrives in a dynamic environment? Then we want to hear from you!

XPRESS Ventures is seeking a highly motivated Master's student to join our team and focus on research and content. In this role, you'll support our investment activities by conducting market research, developing content, and contributing to our thought leadership efforts.

About us

XPRESS Ventures is a pre-seed investor focused on the Digital Industry, targeting the following areas: AI Applications, B2B (Enterprise) SaaS, Energy and Climate, Logistics/Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Mobility, and Real Estate.

Our mission is to invest in and grow great businesses. We achieve this by giving founders access to capital, infrastructure, expertise, and a network of customers, VCs, and talent. If you're passionate about entrepreneurship and innovation, this is your place.

Since our establishment in 2020, XPRESS has managed a portfolio of 5 startups in the last mile, including on-demand retail, fulfillment, and ERP-SaaS. These startups have made a significant impact in their respective industries. As part of FIEGE Logistics, one of Europe's leading contract logistics companies, XPRESS consists of a team of 4 former founders and innovators based in Berlin.

Here's what you'll do:

• Conduct in-depth market research to identify promising investment opportunities across our target verticals and technologies.
• Analyze data and translate complex findings into clear, concise, and compelling content (written reports, presentations, podcasts) for internal and external audiences, including our parent company, the broader VC ecosystem, and our founders.
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and share your unique perspectives through content creation.

You're a perfect fit if you:

• Are a fast learner with a strong grasp of complex concepts.
• Possess excellent writing skills in English and the ability to tailor content for different audiences.
• Are comfortable managing multiple research projects simultaneously.
• Have excellent communication skills and feel at ease interacting with members of the tech community (founders, innovation managers, VCs, LPs).
• Are highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Have a sense of humor and a unique perspective on the world.
• Excellent proficiency in handling MS Office applications.
• Fluent in English and German (B2); proficiency in French is a plus.

Bonus points for:

• Familiarity with publishing content through podcasts, YouTube, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
• Experience with recording and editing.

This is a 20-hour per week position offering a chance to:

• Gain valuable experience in the exciting world of venture capital.
• Work alongside a passionate and experienced team.
• Contribute to meaningful research that shapes investment decisions.
• Develop your research, writing, and communication skills.

Thinking of applying? No cover letter is needed! Just send us a resume and a copy of a text (school paper, article, blog post, press release, etc.) you’ve written recently.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Please send your CV and a written text to newton@xpress.ventures