DePin Surf Intern (Marketing)

Our Vision: Machines Will Be Our Future Workforce
At MachineFi Lab, we're not just envisioning the future; we're actively building it—today. We power the new reward economy by fostering a fairer, safer, and more rewarding Internet of Things (IoT). Central to our mission is the concept of Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN), a paradigm shift leveraging blockchain technology for capital formation and human coordination on a global scale. By enabling contributions to real-world infrastructure — spanning wireless, mobility, compute, energy, storage, and beyond — we empower individuals to invest in and shape the foundation of our future society. Leveraging our cutting-edge blockchain infrastructure, a robust suite of DePIN Modules, and expertise in crafting blockchain-integrated devices, MachineFi stands at the forefront of the DePIN revolution.Are you a maverick? A digital renegade? Are you someone who challenges the status quo, believing, against all odds, that you can change the world? If so, MachineFi is for you. Join us, and be part of the movement shaping the infrastructure of tomorrow.


About DePIN Surf
DePIN Surf is an accelerator within MachineFi Labs that prepares seed-stage DePIN founders for the global launch of their networks and tokens. DePIN, as a technological paradigm, has a broad mandate, covering any web-3 application that has a physical element, spanning edge-AI and virtual power plants. Mirroring the exponential rise of other viral applications of web-3 like DeFi and NFTs, the number of DePIN projects has exploded from less than a hundred in late 2022 to over a 1,000 at the time of writing.
Exemplifying the industry’s rise, IoTeX (aka MachineFi Labs), with support from FutureMoneyGroup and ForesightX launched DePIN Surf, the first accelerator dedicated exclusively to supporting DePIN founders.
Cohort 1 launched in March of this year and features eight startups. Programming is 100% virtual with demo day scheduled for April 30th. Cohort 2 launches in June and will run through the summer.
About The RoleAs a member of the DePIN Surf accelerator team, you will work directly with the director and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN) by directly supporting seed-stage founders as they prepare for global launch. This role offers a unique blend of venture capital, business development, marketing, and operational experience and will help prepare you for a full time role in any of those capacities.

WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE:

• Strategic Networking: Forge meaningful relationships with industry leaders, including venture capitalists, successful DePIN founders, and key opinion leaders (KoLs), expanding your professional network in the Web3 space.
• Venture Capital Experience: Develop an understanding of what makes a web-3 project investable, and what key metrics increase the odds of founder success.
• Program Management Experience: Gain hands-on experience in managing and executing projects within an accelerator program, from the initial application phase to the culminating demo day event.
• Insightful Market Analysis: Develop a deep understanding of the DePIN and broader Web3 market trends, identifying key growth areas and the technological underpinnings that drive success in this rapidly growing sector.
• Content Creation & Marketing Strategy: Enhance your skills in digital marketing and content creation by drafting compelling blog posts, developing marketing strategies, and engaging with the community through social media and other digital platforms.
• Technical Fluency: Receive a comprehensive education on IoTeX's modular tech stack and infrastructure offerings, equipping you with the knowledge to understand and contribute to discussions on technological integration and innovation.
• Event Planning Expertise: Acquire the ability to plan, organize, and execute virtual events that connect founders with investors and mentors, improving your logistical and coordination skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Organization & Applicant Sourcing: Work alongside the accelerator's director to organize the accelerator's programming and source potential applicants. This involves vetting and diligencing applications to identify promising DePIN startups that align with our mission.
• Event Coordination: Take charge of administrative tasks related to accelerator events. This includes scheduling, coordinating logistics, and following up with