Program Associate

Position: Program Associate
Organization: AIC-NMIMS Incubation CentreLocation: NMIMS, Mumbai

CTC: 3 L – 5 L
Reports To: Program Manager – AIC-NMIMS Incubation Centre

About AIC NMIMS Incubation Centre:

AIC NMIMS (Atal Incubation Centre at NMIMS University) was established under the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) of NITI Aayog, Government of India is housed within NMIMS University. AIC NMIMS aims to foster a thriving ecosystem for start-ups, innovators, and entrepreneurs. It supports early-stage ventures across various domains by providing mentorship, networking opportunities, funding access, and state-of-the-art infrastructure. AIC NMIMS being a sector agnostic incubation centre is committed to nurturing innovative solutions and sustainable business models that address real-world challenges, helping start-ups accelerate their growth and achieve long-term success in the competitive market. For more details, visit our website: https://aic.nmims.edu/

About the Role:

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and well-organized Program Associate to support the planning and execution of our Launchpad and Summer and Winter Entrepreneurship Programs. These short-term, high-energy programs are designed to introduce students to innovation, startup thinking, and problem-solving through interactive workshops, mentorship, and project-based learning.

In this role, you’ll help manage student communications, coordinate sessions and mentors, track deliverables, and ensure participants have a seamless and inspiring learning experience.

Key Responsibilities:

· Coordinate daily operations of the Launchpad, Summer and Winter Program, including scheduling, logistics, and session management

· Manage student onboarding, orientation, and communication throughout the program

· Track attendance, participation, and assignment submissions across cohorts

· Assist in scheduling and coordinating guest speakers, workshop facilitators, and mentors

· Share session briefs, collect feedback, and ensure follow-ups after each engagement

· Support moderation during live sessions and mentor meetings (online/offline)

· Maintain organized records of student progress, feedback, and session highlights

· Assist in compiling weekly reports, testimonials, and impact stories

· Create and manage feedback forms, surveys, and certificates

· Help manage WhatsApp groups, email communications, and program dashboards

· Ensure active engagement of participants through fun challenges, recap posts, and reminders

What You Bring:

· 0–2 years of experience in program support, education, or event management (internships count!)

· Excellent coordination and communication skills, especially with students and youth

· A friendly, proactive attitude and the ability to manage timelines

· Familiarity with tools like Google Workspace, Zoom, Canva is mandatory

· Passion for youth development, innovation, or entrepreneurship education

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹300,000.00 - ₹500,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 01/08/2025