JOIN THE GSA TALENT PROGRAM

At Global Startup Awards (GSA), we believe in the power of innovation and the drive of passionate individuals. The GSA Talent Program is designed to recruit top-tier professionals eager to contribute to the success of entrepreneurs and startups worldwide.

If you're ready to make an impact, we invite you to apply within one of the fields below:

🔹 Marketing – Help amplify our message and connect the entrepreneurial ecosystem through social media strategies and content creation.

🔹 Competition (See below) – Work at the heart of GSA, managing the competition process, assisting with nominations, and ensuring a seamless experience for participants across regions.

🔹 IT/Tech – Maintain and improve the technical aspects of our platform, from website development to tech support, ensuring innovative solutions for our global community.

🔹 Sales – Be a driving force in identifying new opportunities, fostering meaningful connections, and fueling innovation through strategic outreach and collaboration.

🔹 International Partnerships – Play a key role in shaping our global presence by forging strategic collaborations and strengthening connections within the startup community.

GSA Talent Program – Junior Startup Consultant

(Competition Team - Internship)

About the Role

The GSA Talent Program is highly selective, bringing together ambitious individuals eager to gain real-world experience in global startup ecosystems. As a Junior Startup Consultant (Competition Team), you will assist in running one of the world’s largest independent startup competitions, working closely with entrepreneurs, ecosystem leaders, and industry experts across the globe.

While the tasks are simple, the learning experience is immense—you will gain valuable insights into how startup ecosystems operate, expand your professional network, and contribute to meaningful projects.

This is more than just an internship—it’s an opportunity to develop your skills, make an impact, and be part of a global movement driving innovation forward.

What You’ll Do

• Support the operations team in managing the startup competition process

• Assist with startup and partner outreach, ensuring smooth communication

• Track competition milestones and maintain documentation

• Learn and work within our competition management system (training provided)

• Prepare reports and insights on competition activities

• Collaborate with international teams to ensure consistency across regions

  
  

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in the world of startups and innovation

• Exposure to top startup ecosystems and global thought leaders

• Professional development in a highly collaborative and agile environment

• Remote-friendly work culture with flexible hours

• A network of inspiring entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem leaders

  
  

What We Look For

We don’t expect years of experience, but we value:

✅ Curiosity – You ask questions, research, and explore new ideas

✅ Reliability – You take ownership of tasks and meet deadlines

✅ Detail-orientation – You double-check your work to ensure quality

✅ Proactivity – You take initiative and look for ways to improve processes

✅ Communication skills – You write and speak confidently in English

✅ Tech-savviness – You’re comfortable with digital tools (Google Drive, Excel, etc.)

Bonus Points

💡 Passion for startups, innovation, or ecosystem building

🌍 Comfortable working in an international, remote-first team

📊 Experience in project management, events, or operations (even if small)

Important Notes

• This is an unpaid internship under the GSA Talent Program

• Minimum commitment: 5 months (flexible working hours 15-20 hours/week)

• Open to students, graduates, and professionals looking to gain experience

• Remote-friendly (Offices in Copenhagen, Pécs and more, but team members are global working remotely as well)

🚀 If this sounds like you, apply and show us why you’d be a great fit!