Vento is Italy's most active non-governmental early-stage venture platform. With our second fund, we are investing €75M to empower exceptional Italian founders globally. Wholly funded by Exor, our €150,000 pre-seed and seed investments come with founder-friendly terms, a streamlined decision-making process, and access to an impressive network.
Beyond investments, Vento drives innovation through Venture Building and Italian Tech Week, creating an ecosystem where founders excel.
* Venture Building is a 5-month intensive program designed to turn ambitious individuals into successful founders. We select participants who don’t yet have a team or an idea and help them find the right co-founders and real problems worth solving.
* Italian Tech Week is one of Europe’s leading tech events that brings together investors, founders, and industry leaders. The last edition welcomed 15K+ attendees and 180+ speakers from 15 countries, featuring 30+ masterclasses and 50+ Side Events. For the 2025 edition, we aim to raise the bar and go beyond last year’s success, introducing new features to further enhance the participant experience. For the 2025 edition, which will be held in Turin from October 1st to 3rd, we aim to raise the bar and go beyond last year’s success, introducing new features to further enhance participants' experience.
Your Role as an Event Operations Intern
As an Event Operations Intern, you will handle Italian Tech Week operations from start to finish. Among the main activities that you will manage:
* Side Events & Masterclass Management – Engage with tech communities, coordinate side events’ agenda, and oversee the logistics of masterclass sessions, ensuring smooth execution and coordination between the parties involved.
* Networking & Platform Management (Brella/Luma) – Manage online registration tools and networking platform to enhance attendee interactions and engagement. Having experience with graphic design and visual content creation is a plus.
* Suppliers’ Coordination – Orchestrate service providers to ensure smooth operations, from travel and hospitality services to venue setup and logistics.
* Communication agency’s alignment - Support event marketing efforts related to social media posts and newsletter.
* On-Site Event Presence – Be actively involved during the 3-day conference, supporting the team in executing the event flawlessly.
What we offer
* Hands-on experience in one of Europe’s top tech events. You'll be involved in the full event lifecycle of Italian Tech Week, gaining practical event management skills while developing valuable connections with top-notch leaders in the tech scene.
* Opportunity to learn and grow. Your role will be a constant learning experience, allowing you to expand your skills and take on new challenges. We believe stepping out of your comfort zone is essential for development, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
* Unique work environment. You will work in OGR Torino, the hub where innovators and startuppers work on developing disruptive ideas.
* Young and committed colleagues. Every day you will work alongside a team of young, passionate individuals who give 100% both when it's time to roll up your sleeves and when it's time to have fun!
* The opportunity to learn and grow. Your role will allow you to learn new things and not stop learning. We think it is important to step out of your comfort zone to grow in your working experience and we are ready to support you in this journey.
You should apply if you are
* Proactive: You are energetic, hard-working, and persevere through adversity until the goal is reached. You have a “can-do” attitude, and you always love to explore new ways of doing things.
* Organized: You have exceptional organizational abilities and excellent time management. The role requires a strategic thinker with the ability to execute in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
* Startup Enthusiast: You are passionate about or interested in anything related to the world of startups and innovation.
* Good knowledge of English: You can carry on clear communications (both in written and oral form) with our international suppliers (a minimum level of C1 is required).
* Experience isn't a requirement: This is an Intern position, therefore, we prefer to work with talented people who are ready to put themselves out there and can meet the challenges arising from the tasks they will face on the spot rather than someone with experience but no initiative or adaptability.
Type of contract:
* 6-month paid internship - Full-Time
* Compensation: €1200/month net
* Location: OGR, Turin (Italy)
* Starting Date: April
If you believe you possess the qualities to stand out in this position, we invite you to apply and join our journey!