Runwei™ / Data Integrity Intern | Company Ventures

This is a role with a startup in the Blackstone LaunchPad internship program, through this company’s relationship with LaunchPad partner, Company Ventures. Please note all hiring decisions are made by each applicable company. Students are encouraged to conduct their own research and diligence on each employer and on any internship opportunity offered by any employer. Learn more about Company Ventures here

Please note that through Blackstone LaunchPad’s partnership with Company Ventures, this role is ONLY open for students currently enrolled at City University of New York (CUNY) schools. Only CUNY students will be invited to interview and participate.

About the program:

Blackstone LaunchPad is committed to equipping primarily first generation and low-income college students with career skills and exposure for career success. Learn more here. The Blackstone LaunchPad Summer Internship Program connects students to meaningful opportunities at Blackstone and LaunchPad employer partners: Blackstone portfolio companies and select startups. Please note all hiring and employment-related decisions, including compensation and the terms and conditions of employment, are made by each applicable company. Students are encouraged to conduct their own research and diligence on each employer and on any internship opportunity offered by any employer.

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Runwei™ is an AI-driven platform dedicated to breaking down barriers to opportunity by connecting historically underfunded entrepreneurs with capital, networks, and capacity-building resources. With a mission to foster equitable economic growth, Runwei™ leverages technology to simplify the discovery and application process for grants, pitch competitions, business support services, and more.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to data integrity and AI-driven analysis, ensuring accuracy and consistency in identifying and documenting non-dilutive and non-debt funding opportunities for entrepreneurs. As a Data Integrity Intern, you will play a critical role in researching, verifying, and organizing opportunity data, working with AI technologies to enhance data extraction and analysis.

Intern Job Responsibilities
Conduct daily research to identify and verify business opportunities related to non-debt, non-dilutive, and no-fee funding.
Review and analyze newsletters, social media, Google Alerts, and support organization announcements for relevant opportunities.
Categorize opportunities into predefined classifications (e.g., Grant, Bootcamp, Incubator, Mentorship, Conference).
Extract, verify, and organize key information using a standardized Opportunities Form.
Validate data accuracy by cross-referencing sources and confirming details with sponsors or organizers.
Utilize AI technologies, including Large Language Models (LLMs) and Natural Language Processing (NLP), for data extraction and categorization.
Perform data ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes to ensure consistency across the opportunity database.
Assist in developing and implementing data integrity protocols to maintain high-quality, structured datasets.
Collaborate with team members to identify and resolve data discrepancies.
Maintain and update the opportunities database regularly.

Intern Qualifications/Skills
Strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail.
Proficiency in data management tools and spreadsheet software.
Excellent problem-solving and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
Basic understanding of ETL processes and data pipelines.
Commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
Passion for social impact and empowering underestimated entrepreneurs.

Desired Qualifications
Background in computer science, data science, or related fields.
Experience with SQL, Python, or R for data processing and analysis.
Familiarity with AI-driven data extraction and NLP tools (e.g., NLTK, spaCy, Hugging Face Transformers).
Knowledge of data visualization tools.
Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Other Optional Inclusions
Work location: Remote, with periodic check-ins and collaboration meetings.

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This is a role with a startup in the Blackstone LaunchPad internship program, through this company’s relationship with LaunchPad partner Company Ventures. Please note all hiring decisions are made by each applicable company. Students are encouraged to conduct their own research and diligence on each employer and on any internship opportunity offered by any employer.