My Money Story / Product & Growth 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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Overview of My Money Story
We've created a peer-to-peer financial accountability platform designed for People of Color making under $70K. We pair two people together to have judgment-free money conversations, like gym buddies but with a focus on achieving your financial goals together. We provide guidance and behavioral science-informed nudges to help our users connect deeply and stay on track with those goals. 1-on-1 financial coaching, workshops, and tax preparation are also available on our platform. We are currently pairing our matches over video calls and text messages. We've partnered with nonprofit organizations and other social enterprises to reach many of our users so far.

Position Overview
The Product & Growth Intern will work directly with the Founder & CEO, Darren Liddell, to enhance client engagement, manage projects, and support product development. This role will involve conducting user research, driving project deliverables, facilitating workshops, creating social media content, and developing client-facing resources. This is a full-time internship with a stipend and requires 35 hours per week for 10 weeks during the summer of 2025.

Specific Responsibilities
Client-Facing Resources: Create tools, guides, and materials for My Money Story’s website and outreach efforts.
User Research: Draft questions and conduct interviews or focus groups to gather client feedback.
Client Communications: Assist clients with application inquiries and support needs.
Partner Resource Creation: Work with external partners to create resources helpful in onboarding and retailing clients.
Social Media & Content Creation: Develop engaging content to educate and inform clients.
Project Management: Develop timelines and roadmaps, and execute product initiatives.
Business Growth and Development: Assist the CEO in partner outreach and sales, marketing, modeling income projections, finance-related tasks, and partner outreach.
Confidentiality & Client Engagement: Maintain secure communication while engaging with clients.
Other Duties: You may be asked to complete additional tasks or projects not included in this description. Be open and nimble. We’re a start-up with ever-evolving needs.

Qualifications
Experience or coursework in business, economics, marketing, product management, personal finance, behavioral science, user research, or a related field.
Strong communication and project management skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate in a fast-paced environment.
Passion for financial inclusion, social impact, immigrant justice, economic empowerment, and community support.
Excitement to work for an early-stage start-up focused on scaling quickly.
Immigrants and those from low-income backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Those with student leadership experience are encouraged to apply.

Hours & Schedule
Hours are somewhat flexible but must be agreed upon with your supervisor.
Work will be hybrid, meaning both virtual and in-person in our offices at 150 Court St in Brooklyn.
There may be an option to continue working with our team beyond the internship based on performance and budget.

Why Join Our Team
We’re a lean start-up team, meaning you will have many opportunities to learn and grow quickly.
You’ll get to implement product features that will reach thousands of us households and families. 
You’ll inform the future the future of our product and build something that helps low-income households 
You work with a team that respects you and encourages you to do your best work.

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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.