Founder's Associate Intern

About UniPaith

UniPaith is a fast-growing, highly anticipated AI software company based in Boston, US. We provide both student advisory services and institutional solutions in the college admissions process, powered by large language models (LLMs) and machine learning (ML). We are building a B2B2C platform that offers a well-informed, individualized, streamlined experience, aiming to fill the information-asymmetry gap in the college admissions and advisory industry.

The Role

As a Founder’s Associate Intern, you will work directly with the founders on the company’s highest-priority initiatives across the entire organization. This role offers key support in scaling an industry-changing company that aims to challenge monopolies, reshape the college admissions industry, and help millions of students and families receive better education and uncover potential. You will gain direct exposure to fast-paced decision-making and AI-centric entrepreneurship, helping to build a high-growth AI software company.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct User Interviews: Plan and lead interviews with students, parents, and admissions professionals.
• Synthesize Insights: Turn interview findings into clear conclusions the team can act on.
• Design & Analyze Surveys: Help design surveys, analyze responses, and present results in a concise one-page summary.
• Monitor the Market: Track competitors and the college admissions landscape, and maintain an up-to-date market overview.
• Drive Recommendations: Translate research into specific recommendations for product and marketing.
• Build & Scale with AI: Use AI tools daily to accelerate research, analysis, and writing.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Education: Current or recent bachelor's or master's student in the social sciences, education, psychology, entrepreneurship, marketing, or a related field.
• Interpersonal Skills: Confidence engaging with people you have not met before, in English.
• Synthesis: Ability to summarize a long conversation into a few precise points.
• Ownership & Reliability: Strong organization, consistent follow-through, and proactive communication when issues arise.
• AI Curiosity: Genuine interest in using AI tools as part of your daily workflow.
• Availability: Ability to commit to the hours below for the full internship.

Nice to have

• Research Experience: Interviews, surveys, or other research, including academic projects.
• Data Analysis: Comfort analyzing results in Excel, Google Sheets, Qualtrics, or a survey platform.
• Admissions Knowledge: Familiarity with the U.S. college admissions process.
• Research Knowledge: Experience with public database research such as IPEDS or the College Scorecard.
• Languages: Proficiency in a second language.

Note: Interested but don't meet all requirements? Please apply. We value thinking and work ethic over a perfect resume.

Details

• Title: Founder's Associate Intern
• Location: Remote/Hybrid (U.S. EST). Based in Boston, US.
• Hours: Part-time (15-25 hrs per week)
• Duration: One semester (about 12–16 weeks), with the option to extend
• Start: Rolling; December 2026 preferred

What We Offer

• Real ownership: Take responsibility for meaningful projects and contribute to decisions impacting business and fundraising. Participate in product development, marketing, and investor decisions.
• Mentorship & Development: Receive hands-on coaching, continuous feedback, and guidance from experienced leaders and advisors.
• Accelerated Learning in AI-native skills: Gain cross-functional exposure to strategy, operations, finance, partnerships, and company building in a high-growth environment, with hands-on practice running research, writing, and operations with AI tools.
• Community & Career Growth: Join weekly in-person team events and monthly meetup weeks, build your network, and benefit from future full-time opportunities for exceptional performers.
• Sponsorship: We support international student applicants (CPT/OPT).