Intern - Ibex (3-month contract)

About Ibex

Ibex is a full-service breakthrough growth engine for established corporates. Backed by the world’s most active early-stage VC, Antler, and led by a global team of venture builders and innovation specialists, our unique Polynodal Approach taps into the multi-trillion-dollar innovation ecosystem to help partners make strategic vertical leaps, instead of the incremental steps offered by more traditional approaches—from full-service CVC, strategic M&A, and establishing internal innovation capabilities, to global startup challenges that advance critical strategies faster, more efficiently than ever before possible. 

The qualities we value help guide how we behave in the world and the experiences we create. From the cultures we foster, to how we engage our clients and partners, and the challenges we seek to solve. Our values:

1. Embrace Ambition. Our clients don’t come to us for mild or moderate returns. They come to us for the bold and audacious; when they need to shift trajectories and disrupt the status quo. Aim for the summit in all that you do. Be fearless in your ideas and forensic in the detail. We value the pursuit of mastering your tradecraft, a culture of excellence and continual improvement, no matter how senior or established you may be. Whether it’s in the work you create or in your own career, embrace ambition in all that you do.
2. Make It Personal. Before most projects get to us, they demand a huge personal investment, political capital and professional risk from our clients who commission it. We never take that for granted. Work hard to make them feel supported and proud of the work we do together. Make it your mission to propel careers, not just case studies. Deliver concierge-like service. When you invest a piece of yourself into the work that you do, it emboldens others to do the same.
3. Connection Matters. We’ve long believed in the power of connection. Connections strengthen bonds, they build trust, they create meaning, and they enable us to tap into the talents of others so we can all go further, faster, together. Whether at a personal level with clients or colleagues, or networking with the million startups that dot our ecosystem, we celebrate the spirit of community and connection always.
4. Progress Over Process. Ambitious undertakings always face resistance. That’s why we value the drive, work ethic, hunger and resourcefulness to just get shit done. Don’t be rigid or bound by old thinking. If there’s a better, more efficient way to achieve an outcome, don’t let process slow the progress. If there’s a faster path up the mountain, don’t be afraid to take it.
5. Defy Convention. Great breakthroughs never come from blindly following in the footsteps of others. Resist the lure of convention. Actively seek out newer, better ways to achieve positive outcomes. Even the most sheer cliff face has its footholds for those who look close enough.

The Role

As an Intern with Ibex, you’ll work side-by-side with our core team of venture builders, ex-founders, and strategy operators on live client projects. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of startups, corporates, and venture capital, helping some of the world’s leading companies make high-impact, strategic moves into new markets, models, and ventures. You’ll be hands-on, client-facing, and exposed to the full journey, from strategy and to execution. In your role as Intern with the Ibex team, your focus may range across the following (illustrative):

What You Will do

• Client Delivery
  • Work directly with Ibex managers and partners to identify, problem-solve, design, and execute on innovation initiatives
  • Support the execution of startup partnership programs, venture-building sprints, and other corporate innovation initiatives
  • Contribute to the day-to-day running of live projects, including workshop facilitation, client interactions, and stakeholder management
• Business Strategy & Thought Capital
  • Focused support with managers and partners of the group
  • Conduct market and startup landscape mapping
  • Developing and building our thought capital strategy
• Ecosystem Building
  • Developing and executing our ecosystem strategy
  • Collaborate with Ibex’s global network of experts, entrepreneurs, and VCs to bring fresh thinking and insights to our partners

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree completed or in progress
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to adapt to different audiences and seniority levels
• Ability to produce high-quality, output-driven materials (e.g., PowerPoint decks, Excel models, written reports)
• Proactive and highly organized, with the ability to work independently and follow through on tasks to completion
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills grounded in data and logical reasoning
• Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and pivot quickly in dynamic environments
• Excellent time management skills in a fast-paced, autonomous work environment
• Aligned to our Ibex values - chasing impact, making it personal, hustling, and aren’t afraid to challenge convention
• Currently residing in Malaysia with a status of residency allowing full time work, or the ability to acquire such status and relocate to Malaysia in the short term

What We Offer

• Meaningful responsibility from day one: You will have the opportunity to work on live client projects with clear ownership and visibility.
• Work alongside experienced leaders: Learn directly from a team of ex-founders, operators, consultants, and investors, as well as access our global startup and VC network.
• Exposure to the venture ecosystem: Gain hands-on experience working at the intersection of corporate innovation, startups, and venture capital.
• An international, collaborative environment: Join a diverse and inclusive team that values ambition, curiosity, and collaboration.
• Opportunity to shape corporate growth and innovation: Be part of a team helping global corporations take bold steps into new markets and business models.
• Team connection and culture: We foster a strong team culture with regular team events, dinners, and opportunities to connect outside of day-to-day work.
• Competitive Compensation: Attractive compensation commensurate with experience and impact.

Internship Terms

• Reporting: You will report to Suan Ong, Antler Manager
• Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
• Duration: 3 months
• Start Date: 6 April 2026