Lead Generation & Marketing Intern (NYC | Hybrid)

Upper Echelon, formerly Deal Flow Xchange, is a highly curated private network for investors and founders who value trust, clarity, and long-term alignment. The platform fosters meaningful connections by vetting investors, preparing founders, and creating an efficient, trusted environment for collaboration.

Founders participate in the Founder AI Lab, an 8-week program designed to refine their business positioning and operational strategy. Investors in the exclusive Inner Circle benefit from high-caliber co-investment opportunities and elevated conversations.

Upper Echelon simplifies private capital networking, allowing members to focus on building genuine relationships and achieving impactful results.

Upper Echelon is seeking a driven and creative Lead Generation & Marketing Intern to support both LinkedIn outreach and content marketing initiatives. This role is based in NYC with a hybrid working model (mostly remote with occasional in-person hours).

The intern will work closely with the Chief Commercial Officer to identify leads, conduct outreach, and support marketing efforts that increase brand visibility and engagement. This is a hands-on opportunity to contribute directly to growth initiatives and expand a high-trust investor and founder network.

• Identify and develop new leads aligned with Upper Echelon’s initiatives
• Conduct market research to uncover partnership and growth opportunities
• Support lead generation through LinkedIn outreach, connection requests, and follow-ups
• Use LinkedIn Sales Navigator to build targeted prospect lists
• Assist in crafting and refining outreach messaging templates
• Maintain organized tracking of leads, outreach activity, and pipeline progress
• Support marketing initiatives including social content planning and publishing
• Help manage a content calendar and ensure consistency in brand voice
• Assist with video editing for short-form content (reels, event clips, promotional videos)
• Support graphic design and visual assets (Canva or similar tools)
• Track engagement metrics and provide performance insights

• Strong skills in identifying new leads and generating lead opportunities
• Proficiency in conducting effective market research and analyzing data
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build professional relationships
• Interest in sales, business development, partnerships, or marketing
• Proactive mindset with eagerness to learn and contribute
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with LinkedIn Sales Navigator and outreach messaging is strongly preferred
• Experience with Canva, CapCut, Adobe Suite, or similar tools is a plus
• Familiarity with private capital, investor relations, startups, or venture ecosystems is a plus
• Pursuing or completed a degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field

• Direct mentorship and collaboration with senior leadership
• Real-world experience in lead generation, outreach strategy, and content execution
• Exposure to investor relations and private capital networking
• Portfolio-building opportunities through published content and creative assets
• A meaningful role supporting growth and brand visibility

📅 2-month internship

🏙 Hybrid in NYC (mostly remote, some in-person hours required)