Financial Strategy Intern

Ephemeris Net•El Segundo, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an intern to work on financial strategy at Ephemeris Net. You will work with the Head of Government Programs & Finance on a project that directly supports how we differentiate ourselves, close customers, or make strategic decisions. Ephemeris Net is building the networking layer for the space economy. Getting the business model, financial projections, and commercial positioning right is just as important as getting the hardware right. You will help us build financial strategy that drive the business forward. By the end of this internship, you will have delivered work that directly supports growth at a space infrastructure company. Your specific project will depend on your background and interests. We will match you to a project that is both meaningful to the company and a strong learning opportunity for you. Example Projects Upcoming intern projects span three areas. You would work on one of these tracks, not all three: Valuation & Modeling (VC Fundraise) Explore non-dilutive and hybrid financing instruments relevant to Ephemeris's stage and sector: SBIR/STTR stacking, DoD OTA agreements, export credit facilities for international customers, debt, etc. Build or refine financial models supporting VC fundraise: unit economics, revenue projections, scenario analysis, and cap table modeling Prepare and iterate on pitch deck materials and investor-facing documentation Manage logistics and coordination for fundraise processes: data room organization, investor outreach tracking, and meeting preparation Commercial & Government Deals (Business Development) Conduct market mapping and competitive analysis: identify target customer segments, adjacent markets, and strategic partnership opportunities Build pricing models and business case analyses for new product offerings or customer engagements Conduct pricing research, rate analysis, and volume/cost modeling to support pricing decisions Partnership Strategy (Supply Chain Support) Conduct pricing research, rate analysis, and volume/cost modeling to support make-versus-buy decisions and supplier negotiations Audit current and planned supplier relationships across SRT and LRT BOMs and propose opportunities to de-risk the program Directly negotiate six figure procurement deals, balancing vendor relationship development, program de-risking, and financial success of the company. What You Will Learn How commercial space deals get done: from customer discovery and proposal development to pricing and contract structure How market mapping and competitive intelligence translate into go-to-market strategy How to effectively translate between technical and business stakeholders to create a compelling product How to work as part of a small, focused team where your contributions directly affect the company’s trajectory

Requirements

Currently pursuing or recently completed an undergraduate or masters degree in business, finance, engineering, public policy, international relations, or a related field
Strong analytical skills: you are comfortable building financial models, working with data, and structuring ambiguous problems
Strong written and verbal communication skills: you can write clearly and persuasively under deadline pressure
Ability to work independently on a scoped project with mentorship and regular check-ins
Interest in working at a fast-paced startup where priorities shift and you need to adapt quickly
Ability to work on-site in El Segundo, CA or Oakland, CA for a minimum of 3 months, 3 days a week
Must be a US person (15 CFR § 772.1)

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in consulting, investment banking, venture capital, private equity, or corporate finance
Prior experience in the aerospace, defense, or space industry
Familiarity with venture capital fundraising processes and investor relations
Experience building financial models in Excel or Google Sheets (DCF, LBO, scenario analysis, or startup unit economics)
Experience with market research, competitive analysis, or strategic planning