Overview:
At Pronghorn, we are passionate about building the future of the Spirits industry through innovation, diversity, and leadership. Our Spirits Internship Program (SIP) offers a unique 10-week paid experience designed for college students and graduating seniors to gain hands-on exposure to the business of Spirits, entrepreneurship, and brand-building.
SIP participants will experience hybrid work, with the opportunity to collaborate with teams in our Alpharetta, GA, or New York, NY locations. Interns can expect a structured program with project ownership, professional development workshops, leadership networking, and real-world business impact.
Pronghorn Partner Collaboration: (HQ)
Pronghorn partners with some of the leading Spirits companies in the industry to create meaningful, real-world experiences for our interns. Through SIP, participants may have the opportunity to support initiatives connected to our partners, gaining unique exposure to the broader Spirits ecosystem.
Specific project assignments and potential partner collaborations will be discussed during the interview process to ensure the best fit for each intern's interests and skills.
General Responsibilities:
- Support Pronghorn's Investment Management team in identifying, analyzing, and tracking potential investment opportunities within the Spirits and entrepreneurial ecosystem.
- Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and leverage market trends data (e.g., Nielsen) to inform investment decisions.
- Assist in preparing materials and agendas for weekly investment review meetings.
- Develop and manage scalable tools for internal investment tracking and portfolio performance analysis.
- Track monthly performance data for active portfolio companies, ensuring alignment with growth KPIs.
- Support founder success by curating resources, building a digital library, and developing training materials for portfolio companies.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to gather, organize, and deliver founder-focused tools and resources.
Basic Qualifications:
- Current graduating senior with a minimum of two prior internships or significant project-based experience.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and self-motivated drive.
- Passion for the Spirits industry, entrepreneurship, and Pronghorn's mission to foster empowerment within diverse communities.
- Ability to think strategically, adapt quickly, and approach challenges with creativity and solution-oriented thinking.
Locations:
- New York, NY
- Hybrid (Combination of in-office and remote)
Start Dates:
- Fellowship programs start date: June 2025
Why Choose Us:
At Pronghorn, we're not just offering an internship, we're offering an opportunity to grow, innovate, and make an impact. You'll work alongside industry trailblazers, be empowered to own your ideas, and help shape a more inclusive future for the Spirits industry.
Here, you'll find a vibrant community committed to your success, leadership that invests in your growth, and real opportunities to launch your career.
Salary:
$22-25 per hour
Work Authorization:
Due to the nature of this position, we are unable to provide sponsorship for U.S. work authorization now or in the future.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Pronghorn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.