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New York University alumni in venture capital
15 New York University alumni work in venture capital and are in Paperclip’s network. A shared school can give you a relevant starting point for a conversation. Counts describe the Paperclip database, not placement rates.
Where they work
These firms are represented among New York University alumni in venture capital in the Paperclip network. Where available, a link opens our firm guide.
What these firms publish for students
For each firm where New York University alumni work in venture capital, the summer programs it lists as open on its own careers site and what our firm guide covers.
| Firm | New York University alumni | Open summer programs | On the firm page |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norwest | 2 | None listed | Firm guide |
| Draper | 2 | None listed | Firm guide |
| Generate | 2 | None listed | Firm guide |
| Energy Impact Partners | 1 | None listed | Firm guide |
Breaking into venture capital from New York University
Venture capital teams invest at different stages and in different sectors. Research the firm’s public investment focus and the responsibilities of any open role.
- Check current internships and full-time roles on the firm’s official channels.
- Confirm location, experience requirements, and start date for each opportunity.
- Track applications separately from exploratory conversations with investors.
Read about the portfolio and develop a specific question about the team’s work. Explain how your own experience relates to the role rather than assuming one background is required.
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Questions
How many New York University alumni work in venture capital?
15 are in Paperclip's database, which ranks New York University #8 of 8 schools in venture capital. These are people in our database, not placement rates.
Where do New York University alumni work in venture capital?
The firms with the most New York University alumni in venture capital are Norwest (2), Draper (2), Generate (2), Accel (1), Coatue Management (1) and Lightspeed (1).
How do I network into venture capital from New York University?
Email New York University alumni at the firms you want most, one short personal note each that mentions New York University and asks for a 15-minute call, and follow up once after about a week. Paperclip does this for you, New York University alumni first, from your own inbox every weekday.