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Job Description
About Company
K1 is a large investor in small-cap enterprise software companies, with over $20 billion in Assets Under Management (AUM). Headquartered in Manhattan Beach, California, K1 partners with innovative management teams to build category leaders focused on AI-powered systems for enterprise clients globally. They support portfolio companies through K1 Operations LLC, focusing on growth acceleration through leadership development, technological innovation, and operational excellence. K1 has collaborated with over 250 enterprise software companies since its inception.
Job Description
K1 is seeking an AI Intern to support its Business Development team. This part-time (15–20 hours/week), paid internship ($30/hour) offers a rolling start date and is located in Manhattan Beach, CA.
The AI Intern will work alongside the Business Development and Data teams to build and deploy tools that improve how K1 identifies, researches, and engages with high-potential software companies. The intern will apply technical and analytical skills in a real-world private equity setting, automating workflows and enhancing data-driven sourcing strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
• Build and refine AI/automation tools to support the sourcing of software investment opportunities.
• Assist in developing and deploying scripts or applications for data extraction, enrichment, and analysis.
• Leverage APIs, LLMs (e.g., GPT), and other machine learning models to automate repetitive research and outreach tasks.
• Work with proprietary systems to maintain data quality and support pipeline visibility.
• Collaborate with Business Development team members to identify areas where AI can drive efficiency or insight.
• Stay current on AI and automation trends relevant to B2B software and private equity workflows.
Requirements:
• Current undergraduate student, graduate student, or recent graduate in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related technical major.
• Strong interest in artificial intelligence and practical applications of automation.
• Working knowledge of Python or another programming language relevant to automation or data workflows.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate business problems into technical solutions.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a positive attitude
• Experience with LLMs, LangChain, web scraping, or API integrations.
Perks:
• Exposure to high-growth B2B software markets and private equity deal sourcing.
• Opportunity for a full-time offer upon graduation.
• Lunch provided in-office every day.
