About StudentsBoat
StudentsBoat is building a trusted platform that helps international students find verified housing, compatible roommates, and everything they need to settle into life in a new country, from bank accounts and SIM cards to a welcoming community. We launch in Spring 2027 and are backed by Oregon's startup ecosystem, including Portland State University, VertueLab, TiE Oregon, RAIN Catalysts, Business Oregon, and Janus Innovation Hub.
About the role
As a City Launch Manager you are responsible for StudentsBoat in one city. You plan the launch, lead the local ambassadors, and build the network of hosts and services that students rely on when they arrive. You work directly with the founders and report on progress every week.
What you'll do
- Plan and run the StudentsBoat launch in your city with clear weekly goals
- Recruit, onboard, and coach Campus and Local Ambassadors
- Build a supply of verified host families and rentals near campuses
- Work with our partnerships team to bring on local services such as banks, phone carriers, and movers
- Organize welcome events for incoming international students
- Report weekly on progress, results, and what is blocking you
On the StudentsBoat platform
- Review new host listings in your city against our verification checklist
- Monitor student housing requests and help match students with suitable options
- Keep city information on the platform up to date: neighborhoods, typical prices, and transit
- Escalate trust and safety concerns to the founders
What we're looking for
- Two or more years of experience in operations, sales, community, or project management; internships count
- Know your city well
- A self-starter who can lead and motivate volunteers
- Strong written and spoken communication
- 8-12 hours a week to give
Nice to have
- Experience in real estate, hospitality, student services, or launching something new
- A network at local universities
What you'll get
- Leadership experience owning a market end to end
- Work directly with the founders on strategy
- Certificate of completion, LinkedIn recommendation, and reference letter
- Commission on closed host or partner deals where offered, confirmed in writing when you are selected
Compensation
This is a volunteer role. Depending on the role, you may also earn commission or per-referral rewards. Any rewards and their terms are confirmed with you in writing when you are selected.
Quick answers about this role
What does a City Launch Manager do at StudentsBoat?
Own the launch of StudentsBoat in one US city: build our host network, lead local ambassadors, and help students get settled. Key responsibilities include: plan and run the StudentsBoat launch in your city with clear weekly goals; recruit, onboard, and coach Campus and Local Ambassadors; build a supply of verified host families and rentals near campuses.
Is the City Launch Manager role paid?
This is a volunteer role. Depending on the role, you may also earn commission or per-referral rewards. Any rewards and their terms are confirmed with you in writing when you are selected.
How many hours a week does the City Launch Manager role take?
About 8-12 hours a week, on a flexible schedule you set yourself.
Where is the City Launch Manager role based?
It is a remote role open to people in the United States.
Who can apply for the City Launch Manager role?
Requirements: two or more years of experience in operations, sales, community, or project management; internships count; know your city well; a self-starter who can lead and motivate volunteers; strong written and spoken communication; 8-12 hours a week to give.
How do I apply for the City Launch Manager role?
Apply with the form on this page, or email info@studentsboat.com with the subject "Application: City Launch Manager". We review applications and reply by email.