Circularity Fuels
Details
Positions: Business Development Intern
Location: Redwood City, CA
Innovation Area: Materials and Chemicals; Energy, Food, and Water Nexus; Generation and Conversion
Position Type: TomKat Center-supported
Compensation: $8000
Internship Term: 8 weeks
Circularity Fuels is on a mission to replace fossil fuels with hydrocarbons made from carbon dioxide already in the air. Our patented process converts CO₂ into industrially important chemicals and fuels, offering a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels. Backed by leading deep technology investors and driven by a passionate team of interdisciplinary experts, we are deploying our solution with our first customer and ensuring our climate-saving technologies address meaningful business challenges.
Responsibilities
- Market Research and Strategy Development: Conduct comprehensive market research to identify opportunities and support go-to-market strategy formulation.
- Business Development: Assist in identifying and engaging potential clients, partners, and investors, including preparing pitch materials and financial models.
- Client Engagement: Participate in client meetings to articulate Circularity Fuels' value proposition, manage communications, and track follow-up items.
- Product and Project Development: Collaborate with engineering and science teams to translate technical insights into business opportunities.
- Operational Support: Support the implementation of scalable processes and workflows to enable business growth.
Who Should Apply
Undergraduate students with a strong interest in sustainability, renewable energy, and clean technology. Candidates should be motivated, curious, and eager to contribute to the growth of a cutting-edge startup addressing climate change.
Required Expertise
- Analytical and research skills, with the ability to synthesize information and identify key insights
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting ideas and interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
- Organizational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- A proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative in a dynamic startup environment.
Preferred Skills/Majors
- Academic background in business, engineering, environmental science, or a related field.
- Familiarity with clean technology, renewable energy, or chemical processes.
- Experience with market research, business development, or startup environments.