StepStone Group · 2 weeks ago
2026 Venture Capital Business Development Summer Associate
Baltimore, MD
Full-time
Onsite
New GradStepStone Group is a global private markets specialist delivering tailored investment solutions and advisory services. The Portfolio Impact Summer Associate will support portfolio companies through business and corporate development by building relationships with technologists at global companies and providing curated recommendations based on research and insights.
BankingFinancial ServicesFinTechReal Estate InvestmentVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Conduct Market Research: Identify potential customers or partners for portfolio companies by researching industry trends, key players, and target markets
Support Relationship Building: Assist in nurturing relationships with key contacts by organizing meetings, sharing relevant materials, and ensuring a professional follow-up process
Collaborate with Portfolio Companies: Work closely with portfolio company teams to understand their product offerings, target customer profiles, and sales strategies
Facilitate Warm Introductions: Coordinate and execute outreach to potential customers, using email, phone, or events, to introduce portfolio companies and their solutions
Develop Target Lists: Maintain the firm’s database of corporate relationships and identify new prospective partners, leveraging tools like LinkedIn, CRM platforms, and industry directories
Track and Report Progress: Monitor the status of introductions, follow-ups, and outcomes; provide regular updates to the firm and our portfolio companies
Optimize Introduction Processes: Propose and implement improvements to the introduction workflow to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
Qualification
Required
Graduating from an MBA program in Winter 2026 or Spring 2027
Prior experience in entrepreneurial and/or business development roles
Demonstrated track record of academic and professional success
Willingness to go above and beyond to generate exceptional results for the team
Compelling and charismatic communicator who is comfortable interfacing with senior executives
Strong understanding of and interest in technology and venture ecosystem; pays close attention to technology trends and can articulate prospective long-term implications for the industry
Benefits
Supportive and inclusive team culture
Collaboration and learning
Teamwork, mentorship, and professional development
Practical experience and develop critical skills
Equal Opportunity Employer
Multiple Employment Resource Groups
Mentorship programs
Company
StepStone Group
StepStone Group provides investors with customized portfolios that integrate primaries, secondaries, and co-investments.
Founded in 2007
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$205M2024-09-09Post Ipo Secondary· $205M
2020-09-16IPO
Leadership Team
Scott Hart
Chief Executive Officer
Andy Jones
Senior Managing Director
Recent News
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