Atelier Society
Fundraising and Development Fellow
Remote
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Intern
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As a Fundraising and Development Fellow, you will support fundraising efforts by conducting research on potential investors, accelerators, and competitions, managing applications, coordinating events, and maintaining an investor relations database to ensure strategic growth and effective outreach. Your role will also include providing market insights and assisting in investor communication strategies.
Description
Job Title: Fundraising and Development Fellow
Location: Remote
Type: Unpaid, Part-Time Internship
Duration: January-May 2025
Who We Are:
Atelier Society is a VC-backed, female-founded fashion tech startup out of Yale University that revolutionizes how apparel fits upon delivery. We are a bespoke tailoring service for retailers to offer consumers tailoring before delivery for e-commerce and in-person through our integrated widget and body scanning technology. With a click of a button, you can discover how your apparel fits before purchase and resolve those fit problems before delivery – its bespoke apparel delivered to your door in a matter of days. We address the multibillion-dollar apparel return crisis for retailers (~40% of all apparel purchased is returned and 25% of all returned apparel is thrown away) by ensuring that when apparel is delivered to customers' doors, it fits like a glove.
Who We're Looking For:
At Atelier Society, we're seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Fundraising/Development Fellow. If you're passionate about startups, the intersection of fashion and technology, eager to contribute to sustainable solutions, we want to hear from you. You will gain hands-on experience and insights into the intricacies of startup fundraising; and develop a deep understanding of the fundraising landscape, best practices, and the art of compelling storytelling to attract investors.
Responsibilities:
As a Fundraising and Development Fellow, your role will be pivotal in our fundraising initiatives and development strategies. Your key responsibilities include:
- Fundraising Research: Conduct comprehensive research on potential investors, accelerators, and competitions aligned with our industry and values. Identify strategic opportunities for funding and sustainable growth.
- Investor Research & Outreach: Assist in identifying potential investors (VCs, angels, and institutional investors) aligned with our mission and values. Support in crafting personalized outreach emails and communication strategies.
- Application Management: Assist in the preparation and submission of applications for accelerators and competitions. Ensure all documentation is accurate, compelling, and tailored to the specific requirements of each opportunity.
- Market Research: Conduct research on industry trends, investor interests, and comparable fundraising rounds in the fashion tech sector to provide insights and support strategic decisions.
- Event Coordination: Help organize investor meetings, pitch events, and webinars. Ensure smooth logistical operations and assist with follow-up communications.
- CRM Management: Assist in maintaining an investor relations database, tracking interactions, and updating records to ensure follow-up actions are completed.
Fellowship Details:
- Compensation: This is an unpaid fellowship position.
- Hours: 5-10 hours per week, flexible based on availability.
If you're excited about reshaping the future of sustainable fashion and want to be part of a team making a real impact, apply now to join Atelier Society as a Fundraising/Development Fellow. Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line: Fellowship Application.