Upvest, founded in 2017, enables any financial institution to offer great investment experiences to its customers. Upvest is an investment firm regulated by the German supervision authority (BaFin). The company currently employs 170+ people across Europe with its headquarters based in Berlin, Germany.
The company is backed by the world’s largest venture capital funds and investors including Bessemer Venture Partners, BlackRock, Earlybird, HV Capital, Notion Capital, and ABN Amro Ventures, as well as by renowned fintech entrepreneurs (including Maximilian Tayenthal, founder of N26, and Felix Haas, founder of IDnow).
We’re looking for fintech enthusiasts to join us in creating the financial infrastructure of tomorrow. We’re building the first European Investment API to enable any financial institution offering a wide range of efficient and transparent investment products, such as stocks and ETFs in nominal, portfolio, and fractional form. Our mission and vision is to make investing as easy as spending money.
We're based in Berlin and we are only considering Berlin based candidates for this role.
Your mission:
Are you ready to kick-start your career at the intersection of fintech and innovation? Join Upvest as a Client Launch Intern, where you’ll support the onboarding of Europe’s leading fintechs and financial institutions to our cutting-edge Investment API. This is a dynamic, hands-on opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact while working alongside a team of experts shaping the future of investment infrastructure.
This role will give you the opportunity to:
- Assist in Client Onboarding: Support client launches by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth implementation from contract signing to go-live. You’ll get hands-on experience with project planning, coordination, and communication.
- Learn 360° Project Management: Gain exposure to the intricacies of fintech, including tech infrastructure, operations, and regulations. You’ll help streamline processes and contribute to creating repeatable, first-class client launch experiences.
- Support Client Collaboration: Work closely with clients to understand their needs and provide support during their onboarding journey. Learn how to build strong professional relationships and deliver impactful solutions.
- Develop Best Practices: Help standardize processes, create reusable documentation, and identify areas for optimization, all while contributing to a faster and more efficient client experience.
What We’re Looking For:
- A motivated student pursuing a degree in Business, Finance, Technology, or a related field.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with a passion for problem-solving.
- A proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and enthusiasm for fintech and financial services.
- Excellent communication skills in English (German is a plus!) and the ability to collaborate in a team environment.
- Basic knowledge of financial markets or APIs is a bonus but not required.
What You’ll Gain:
- Real-World Experience: Be part of live client projects and see your contributions come to life.
- Mentorship: Work closely with experienced professionals who are invested in your growth.
- Skill Development: Build a strong foundation in project management, client communication, and fintech operations.
- Networking: Connect with industry leaders and like-minded peers in a fast-growing fintech company.
At Upvest we believe in empowering the next generation of fintech talent. If you’re ready to embrace challenges, make a difference, and grow your career in a supportive and innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply now and start your journey toward shaping the future of investment APIs.
Job requirements:
- You worked in a fast-paced environment before (e.g., strategy consulting, venture capital, start-ups)
- You are structured, have very good analytical skills, and know how to solve problems by yourself, allowing you to take ownership and execute projects quickly
- You have excellent written and oral skills in English (with German a plus)
- You are hungry to learn & are passionate about the Fintech industry and want to change the investment world to enable more people to invest
- You have a minimum of 4 months & are based in Berlin
Why Upvest?
- We're working on solving a hard problem: fixing the European securities financial infrastructure that empowers more people to be able to invest. You have the opportunity to contribute to this change.
- We invest in you. From access to a personal coach, development budget and plenty of opportunities to grow in your role.
- We take hiring seriously with a strong focus on keeping a high bar when interviewing (equally important is that we hire decent people, who are passionate about their craft and helping us achieve our shared mission).
- While we're not quite fully-remote, we are committed to being a flexible employer, as we understand you don't have to be in the office to do your best work.
- We live a culture of empowerment, trust (that we hire the best people and get out of their way) and openness (there's a greater advantage in sharing information than keeping it to ourselves).
Our values:
- Learn and grow. We aim high to shape our future. We give and request honest feedback knowing that we develop together. Progression over Perfection.
- Team first. We make it easy for others. We value our differences and are open to others' opinions. We win and celebrate together! Team over Egos.
- Own the outcome. Whether we win or we lose, we stand together. We are proactive and get the job done. Outcome over Process.
- Tell the story. We always start with the why. We share knowledge to empower others. Transparency over Complexity.
Upvest is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees
