Founder’s Office: Chief of Staff (Intern)Company: Hightable (thehightable.world) Internship Details
• Duration: 6 months (full-time)
• Stipend: ₹10,000 per month
• Mode: Work from Office only
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Location:
BTM Layout, Bengaluru
• Working days: Monday to Saturday
• Timings: 10 AM to 7 PM About Hightable
• Hightable is a global, invite-only community of seasoned founders, CXOs, and industry experts.
• We help startups with Money, Mentor, Market: funding, mentorship, market access, and community in one platform.
• Our work includes fundraising support, go-to-market strategy, global expansion, talent, and expert mentorship.
• We host mixers, conferences, and ecosystem events that connect startups with investors, mentors, and innovators.
• We work with a network of partners across the startup ecosystem.

About the Role
• You will work as the right hand to the Founder, sitting at the centre of everything happening at Hightable.
• This is a high-trust, high-ownership role for someone who can think ahead, execute fast, and keep multiple things moving at once.
• You will help the Founder plan, prioritise, follow up, and close loops across partnerships, events, growth, and operations.
• You will see how a startup community and GTM platform is run, with direct access to the Founder’s decisions, conversations, and priorities. What Success Looks Like
• The Founder’s time is spent on the highest-impact work, because everything else is organised, prepared, and followed up.
• No task, commitment, or follow-up falls through the cracks.
• Projects and events run on time, with clear owners and deadlines.
• The Founder gets clear, timely updates, not surprises.
• Partners, members, and investors have a smooth, professional experience with Hightable. Roles & Responsibilities1. Founder Support & Prioritisation
• Manage the Founder’s calendar, meetings, and daily priorities.
• Prepare briefs and background research before meetings with founders, investors, partners, and sponsors.
• Attend meetings when needed, take notes, and track decisions and action items.
• Follow up on every commitment and keep the Founder informed on status.
• Filter, organise, and prioritise incoming requests, emails, and messages. 2. Project & Initiative Management




• Own and drive special projects assigned by the Founder from start to finish.
• Break goals into clear tasks, owners, and deadlines, and track progress.
• Coordinate across partnerships, growth, events, and community so work stays aligned.
• Flag risks and blockers early, and propose solutions.
• Run regular check-ins and keep a clear view of what is on track and what is delayed. 3. Event Planning & Execution
• Support planning and execution of Hightable mixers, conferences, and ecosystem events.
• Manage timelines, checklists, vendors, venues, guest lists, and invitations.
• Coordinate with sponsors and partners before, during, and after events.
• Handle on-ground coordination and post-event follow-ups. 4. Partnerships & Stakeholder Management
• Support the Founder in managing relationships with investors, partners, sponsors, and members.
• Draft proposals, decks, emails, and partnership documents.
• Follow up with partners and prospects, and keep conversations moving.
• Maintain a clean record of all relationships and next steps. 5. Operations & Process
• Set up and maintain straightforward systems for tracking leads, members, partners, tasks, and deliverables.
• Keep the CRM, trackers, and shared documents organised and up to date.
• Identify repetitive work and improve it with better processes, templates, and AI tools.
• Handle admin coordination: onboarding, documentation, invoices, and follow-ups. 6. Research, Analysis & Insights
• Research startups, investors, competitors, and market trends.
• Pull together data and updates the Founder needs for decisions.
• Build clear summaries, one-pagers, and presentations. 7. Communication & Reporting
• Draft emails, messages, announcements, and talking points on the Founder’s behalf, in the right tone.
• Share a daily summary of what was done, what is pending, and what needs the Founder’s attention.
• Prepare a weekly review covering priorities, progress, and blockers.



Who We Are Looking ForMust Have
• A dedicated and focused person who takes ownership and finishes what they start.
• Excellent written and spoken English, with confidence communicating with senior people.
• Robust organisation, planning, and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail, and the habit of following up until things are done.
• Discretion and integrity, since you will handle confidential information.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, shifting priorities, and tight deadlines calmly.
• Ability to commit to the full 6 months and work from office six days a week.
• Students, recent graduates, or anyone in a BBA, MBA, or related program (any stream is welcome if the attitude is right).
• Comfort with Google Workspace, LinkedIn, and AI tools. Good to Have
• Prior internship or experience in operations, project management, executive support, or consulting.
• Exposure to events, community building, or startup ecosystems.
• Experience building trackers, dashboards, or straightforward systems.
• Interest in startups, venture capital, and business strategy. Mindset We Value
• High ownership and a bias for action.
• Proactive thinking: anticipating what is needed before being asked.
• Reliability: doing what you say you will do, on time.
• Calm under pressure and comfort with ambiguity.
• Professionalism, discipline, and respect for deadlines.
• Hunger to learn and take on more responsibility. What You Will Gain
• Direct mentorship from the Founder and close visibility into how decisions are made.
• Exposure to founders, investors, CXOs, and the startup ecosystem.
• Hands-on experience across operations, strategy, partnerships, events, and growth.
• A strong foundation for a career in startups, consulting, VC, or leadership roles.
• A strong network and a track record of real ownership.
• Certificate of internship and recommendation on successful completion. Commitment Expected
• This is a full-time, 6-month internship.
• You must be present in the BTM Layout office Monday to Saturday, 10 AM to 7 PM.
• You are expected to take full ownership of your responsibilities and deadlines.
• This role is not suitable for those who need remote or flexible work, or who cannot commit to 6 months.

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