Entrepreneur in Residence (Intern)

Entrepreneur In Residence (Intern)Melotech is revolutionizing media and entertainment. We create art through technology for humans to enjoy. In just 24 months, our work has been heard, watched and loved for over 3 billion minutes worldwide. Founded by entrepreneur and investor Soheil Mirpour, we are backed by top VCs Cherry Ventures, Speedinvest and GFC, alongside world-class angels from firms such as Spotify, Blackstone and KKR.What You Will DoYour role as Entrepreneur In Residence (Intern) is to identify and develop new market opportunities into sustainable business ventures, expanding our platform by exploring emerging markets, building strategic partnerships, and launching new verticals from conception to scale. Working fully autonomously alongside our founder, your decisions will directly influence our company's trajectory and success. On a typical day, your tasks may include:Identifying and validating market opportunities across media categories, geographies and platformsBuilding automated systems and operational frameworks that enable rapid scaling across multiple verticals and distribution channelsLeading cross-functional initiatives that integrate new business lines with existing operationsDesigning and executing strategic experiments across market entry, partnership models, and go-to-market strategiesEstablishing partnerships with industry leaders, technology platforms, and distribution networks to accelerate business expansionDeveloping comprehensive market entry strategies and operational blueprints for new business verticalsWho You AreYou're an upcoming business development professional with expertise in building new ventures in dynamic, high-growth environments. You excel at identifying market opportunities, validating business concepts through systematic experimentation, and executing comprehensive business development strategies while operating independently with minimal oversight. Typically, your profile will look like this:Pursuing degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, or related analytical field from a top-tier universityDirect venture development and business building experience in high-growth startups or indirectly via Tier 1 consultancies and leading investment firmsProficiency in business model innovation, operational system design, and strategic financial modellingSelf-starter who excels with minimal guidance and has demonstrable experience building initiatives from concept to executionStrategic thinker with exceptional execution capabilities and proven track record translating market insights into successful business outcomesYou thrive in a fast-paced and performance-oriented environmentColleagues would describe you as hard-working, ambitious and persistentYou're obsessed with music, video or social mediaWhat Makes This ExcitingYou are one of the first employees of an ambitious team, changing the world of media and entertainment. Being early means every decision you make shapes our trajectory. You're not a cog in the machine but the captain of your own ship, rewarded for performance and respected for leadership. Flat hierarchies mean that your voice matters, your ideas get implemented, and your impact is immediate. We pay competitive salaries and make you an owner of the business with equity. We work remotely to give you complete freedom over your life, while meeting regularly around the world for global offsites where we strategize, bond, and push boundaries together.What The Process Will Look LikeWe hire on a rolling basis. Earliest starting date is always ASAP. Once you begin our process, you can progress from start to offer within a week, depending on how quickly you can move through each stage:Online assessment: Motivational questionnaire and aptitude test - are you made for the job?Initial interview: 30-minute introductory call - getting to know youTake-home case study: Real-world project - showcase your skills and working styleCase interview: 90-minute case discussion - present and debate your results with a team memberFounder interview: 90-minute interview with our CEO - going deep on all topicsTeam interview: Individual or group interview with other team members - depending on positionOffer, Contract signing and OnboardingNote: As we are still in stealth, you will learn more about Melotech as you progress through the stages. By the end of the Founder interview, you will have a full grasp of our business and the details of your role.