Hiring: VC Associate Company: Toyota Research Institute Location: Los Altos Hills, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 10:29:45 Employment Type: Remote Target Skills & Keywords : AI, Apex About the job Experience: •2+ years of work experience in related role; previous experience in venture capital or an operational role in a technology company preferred Required Skills: •Network and take part in industry and VC events, organizations •Help generate deal-flow and source high-potential target companies •Meet with and evaluate companies to make recommendations on investing •Participate in due diligence, competitive analyses, and industry deep dives •Prepare memos and present potential investments to the Investment Committee •Support deal negotiations and closings •Analyze latest industry trends and author market research briefings •Partner cross-functionally with Toyota Ventures platform team to support portfolio companies Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, engineering or relevant field •High level of integrity and professionalism, with ability to maintain strict confidentiality •AI, robotics, or semiconductor exposure •Excellent communication and interpersonal skills •Strong financial modeling and analysis skills •Extensive experience working with Excel and Google Suite •Comfortable with ambiguity and risk •Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively with team members •Track record of successfully completing projects with minimal guidance •Passion for learning about new technologies and understanding their business potential Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!