Company Description:
Pontaq is a venture capital firm focused on cross-border investments and innovation, helping early-stage startups scale globally. The firm provides seed funding, growth capital, and strategic partnerships across sectors such as technology, healthcare, and finance. With a track record of identifying and supporting high-potential ventures, Pontaq helps portfolio companies navigate complex market dynamics and emerging trends. The team combines experienced investors, entrepreneurs, and advisors, guided by core values of integrity, excellence, and collaboration. Pontaq manages the “Indian Tech for the World Fund” (AIF) registered with SEBI (IN/AIF2/20-21/0807), reflecting its commitment to long-term value creation and transparent partnerships.
Role Description
The Research Intern role at Pontaq is a full-time, on-site position based in Chennai. The intern will support the investment and strategy teams by conducting market and industry research across sectors such as technology, healthcare, and finance. Day-to-day responsibilities include gathering and analyzing data on startups, competitors, funding landscapes, and emerging market trends; preparing research briefs; and assisting in the creation of presentations, investment materials, and internal reports.
The intern will help evaluate business models, contribute to the assessment of potential investment opportunities, and maintain clear documentation of research findings. In addition, the role offers opportunities to collaborate with the digital marketing team, supporting the creation of research-driven content, market insights, campaign materials, and other strategic communications as required. Collaboration across teams, participation in internal discussions, and adaptability in supporting both research and marketing initiatives will be key aspects of the role.
Qualifications
- Strong research, analytical, and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights.
- Proficiency in data collection and analysis using online databases, industry reports, and basic quantitative tools (e.g., spreadsheets, charts).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare concise summaries, reports, presentations, and research-backed content.
- Interest in venture capital, startups, emerging technologies, and innovation ecosystems, with a basic understanding of business models and market dynamics.
- Ability to work on-site in Chennai, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively within a diverse, cross-functional team.
- Willingness to contribute to digital marketing initiatives when required, including content development, market-driven storytelling, campaign support, and coordination with the marketing team.
- Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Marketing, Communications, or a related field. Prior internship or project experience in research, consulting, marketing, or strategy is an advantage.
- Comfort with productivity and collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Office or Google Workspace). Familiarity with financial, market research, design, or digital marketing tools is a plus.
Pay: From ₹5,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Work from home
Work Location: In person
