About the Role

At Alumni Ventures, we're building an AI-first organization. As an AI Associate, you'll help shape how teams across the company leverage AI to work smarter, move faster, and solve meaningful business challenges.

We're always interested in connecting with talented AI practitioners who want to help shape how work gets done across Alumni Ventures. This is an expression-of-interest opportunity designed to help us build relationships with exceptional AI talent as our AI Pod continues to grow. While we may not be hiring for this position immediately, we'll review every application and reach out when there's a strong match for current or future opportunities.

The AI Associate role is designed for a resourceful, tech-forward individual who enjoys working at the intersection of operations, strategy, and artificial intelligence.

AI Associates work closely with leaders and teams across the company, applying advanced AI tools to reimagine workflows, support decision-making, and accelerate execution. The scope of work is dynamic—spanning projects in operations, people, finance, legal, investments, and beyond. You'll play a critical role in designing, piloting, and scaling AI-driven solutions that transform how our teams work and accelerate the way we operate as a company.

This is a unique opportunity to gain broad exposure across the organization while developing deep expertise in the practical application of generative AI in a professional environment.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored visa sponsorship.

What You'll Do

• Executive & Team Support
  • Partner closely with leaders on high-priority projects, meetings, and strategic initiatives.
  • Draft communications, synthesize insights, and ensure timely follow-ups.
• AI Workflow Design & Execution
  • Build, test, and refine AI-driven workflows, prompt libraries, and toolkits to meet evolving team needs.
  • Pilot and evaluate emerging AI platforms and tools (such as ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, Gemini, and others) to enhance productivity.
  • Leverage automation platforms and APIs to integrate AI solutions into existing systems where appropriate.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with multiple departments to identify and implement scalable, AI-enhanced processes.
  • Translate strategic objectives into operational workflows that improve efficiency and consistency.
  • Capture and standardize best practices to create repeatable models that can be shared across teams.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
  • Act as an internal champion for AI adoption, helping colleagues build confidence in leveraging new tools.
  • Research, evaluate, and recommend technologies and approaches that expand organizational capabilities.
  • Drive a culture of experimentation, iteration, and continuous learning.

Who You Are 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Strong scripting skills (Python preferred) and familiarity with APIs and automation platforms.
• Experience with Gen-AI tools (e.g., OpenAI, Claude, Perplexity, Gemini) and fluency in prompt design and deployment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills — able to simplify the complex and craft crisp, professional outputs.
  Entrepreneurial mindset with a bias for action — skilled at testing and refining new ideas, iterating quickly, and scaling what works.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with excellent time management skills.
  Adaptable and resourceful, able to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Collaborative, discreet, and capable of building trusted relationships across teams and with senior leaders.

Our Culture & How We Work at AV
Regardless of title, this is what great looks like at AV.

• Put team and stakeholders first. We win together and measure success by the value we create for our investors, founders, and each other.
• Take extreme ownership and bias toward action. We act like owners, move with urgency, and follow through.
• Debate rigorously and commit fully. We welcome diverse views, use data and sound judgment, and once aligned, execute as one team.
• Focus on what matters most. We prioritize impact, simplify where possible, and channel energy where we have a real advantage.
• Be AI-forward and tech-optimistic. We actively use AI and emerging technologies to work smarter, make better decisions, and amplify human judgment — not replace it.
• Stay curious and think big. We are continuous learners, aim high and build for long-term impact.

Benefits & Perks
We offer a flexible, employee-first benefits program designed to support your health, financial well-being, and life outside of work. Benefits begin shortly after hire and are designed to give you choice and flexibility based on your needs.

• Comprehensive health coverage with multiple plan options, including employer-funded deductible support and HSA contributions
• Dental and vision plans with multiple coverage tiers
• Tax-advantaged accounts including HSA, FSA, and commuter benefits (with monthly employer contribution)
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Company-paid life and disability insurance, plus optional supplemental coverage
• Additional support programs including EAP, health advocacy, and wellness resources
• Flexible, unlimited PTO and generous paid parental leave
• 11 company holidays