Connecticut Innovations (CI)
As Connecticut’s strategic venture capital arm and one of the most active investors on the East Coast, Connecticut Innovations (CI) manages a portfolio of 220+ companies spanning life sciences, technology, and climate tech. Each year, CI meets with hundreds of entrepreneurs to identify the most promising early-stage companies growing in Connecticut. CI invests in 20+ new companies annually and provides follow-on capital to existing portfolio companies. It also invests as a Limited Partner in Connecticut-based venture funds —17 funds in the past six years .
Since 1989, CI has:
In fiscal year 2025, CI invested $45.8 million in 67 companies and venture funds , helping attract an additional $653 million in outside capital. The year also generated $43.2 million in proceeds , fueling future investments in early-stage companies.
Our culture is vibrant, diverse, and collaborative . We share a mission-driven commitment to strengthening Connecticut’s innovation ecosystem. CI participates in 20+ ecosystem events annually , and our headquarters at District New Haven serves as a hub for partnership, community, and innovation.
Connecticut Bioscience Innovation Fund (CBIF)
Through the $200 million CBIF , CI accelerates bioscience breakthroughs by providing equity investments and loans. The portfolio includes 100+ companies across digital health, biotech, pharma, diagnostics, life science tools, and medical devices.
Venture Team Internship
Join CI’s Venture Team to gain hands-on venture capital experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interns contribute to projects that strengthen the venture infrastructure, support due diligence, and drive portfolio success.
We seek MBA, PhD, MS, or MPH students passionate about venture capital—especially those with backgrounds in life sciences or healthcare —who are enrolled in or reside in Connecticut.
The CBIF Venture Team is small in size, but each team member plays a pivotal role in investment due diligence and post-investment portfolio growth. The team values diverse perspectives, bold thinking, and mission alignment.
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The CI Intern Experience
As a CI Intern, you’ll dive into Connecticut’s startup ecosystem—learning, building, and connecting along the way.
You’ll have an opportunity to:
Equal Opportunity Employer
Connecticut Innovations is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer . We welcome applicants of all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.
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