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AI Fund

Venture studio launching AI-based startups

Senior Executive Assistant

Full-Time
$110k - $150k/yr
Senior
Bachelor's
Mountain View, CA, USA
In Person
Administrative & Executive AssistanceExecutive Support

About the job

Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, or related fields.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in administrative roles is required, with a strong preference for experience supporting C-Suite executives.
  • Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to own and manage complex calendars, prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
  • Some experience in Marketing, Communications, or Event Management is preferred to effectively coordinate speaking engagements, conferences, and external communications.
  • Strong written and verbal English communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to draft, edit, and proofread executive-level materials.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to anticipate needs, prioritize tasks efficiently, proactively resolve issues, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to use good judgment and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.
  • Highly resourceful team player, with the ability to work independently and ask relevant questions to do one’s job effectively.
  • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • High level of responsiveness and adaptability – Ability to support a dynamic executive with a fast-paced schedule (including across multiple time zones when he travels). While work-life balance is respected, the role requires proactive communication and timely execution to ensure priorities are managed effectively.
  • Proficiency in office software, project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Asana, Slack, Zoom) along with genuine fluency in AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini) and a habit of using them to work faster and smarter. A natural curiosity and willingness to adopt new technologies as they emerge.
Responsibilities
  • Proactively manage Andrew's calendar by prioritizing and scheduling meetings with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring optimal time management and efficiency across all of his companies and board commitments.
  • Anticipate conflicts, provide strategic recommendations, and ensure Andrew is well-prepared with the necessary context and briefing materials for each engagement. Track action items and ensure timely follow-ups.
  • Arrange business travel arrangements for Andrew, and other staff members as needed. Plan and help with logistics for a variety of events for AI Fund and its ecosystem companies.
  • Submit monthly expense reports for reimbursement or upload receipts for Andrew.
  • Project Manage the Letter of Recommendation Process: Track incoming recommendation requests and deadlines, edit drafts, coordinate reviews with the Chief of Staff and Andrew for final approval, and submit letters of recommendation. (Stanford applications, Immigration-based Talent visa applications for ecosystem partners, etc.)
  • Support Andrew’s Chief of Staff in driving the logistics and communications for the Andrew’s Speaking engagements/conferences and ensure seamless coordination with event organizers and execution.
  • Support Andrew's responsibilities as a board member of public companies such as Coursera and Amazon, including preparing for board meetings, coordinating related scheduling and travel, and managing associated documentation and follow-ups.
  • Prepare/assist with presentations, reports, and other documentation needed by Andrew.
  • Voicemail box follow-up.
  • Support COO and Operations Manager on miscellaneous operational and administrative matters.

About the company

AI Fund is a venture studio that creates and launches AI-based companies. It partners with innovators and tech pioneers to develop startups that apply artificial intelligence to solve problems in fields such as manufacturing, mental health, maritime shipping, and education. It acts as a minor co-founder, offering resources, strategic guidance, and investment to help entrepreneurs move ideas from concept to reality quickly. Unlike traditional funds, it builds companies around AI-enabled business models and shares equity stakes in the ventures it helps create and grow. Its goal is to advance practical AI applications and drive meaningful impact by helping early-stage startups scale and succeed.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$437M

Headquarters

Palo Alto, California

Founded

2017

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What believers are saying

  • IrisGo raised $2.8 million in May 2026 with Acer preinstalled, proving hardware distribution.
  • LearnVector announced July 28, 2026, backed by Coursera's $100 million, expanding AI Fund reach.
  • AI Fund backed Netail's February 2026 Series A and BizTrip AI's pre-seed, keeping pipeline active.

What critics are saying

  • Andrew Ng’s July 2026 LearnVector launch splits attention from AI Fund’s portfolio oversight.
  • AI Fund’s model depends on continuous founder recruitment; weak markets stall new studio creations quickly.
  • Hyperscalers ship bundled copilots faster than studio startups, crushing narrow product wedges within months.

What makes AI Fund unique

  • Andrew Ng combines AI Fund with LearnVector and Coursera ties, closing founder-to-distribution loops.
  • AI Fund co-founds companies from zero, not just writing checks, compressing pre-seed execution.
  • IrisGo’s Acer preloads show AI Fund turns prototypes into OEM-shipped products quickly.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Wellness Program

Professional Development Budget

Paid Vacation

401(k) Company Match

Remote Work Options

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