Business Development Intern

1 Month ago • All levels

Job Summary

Job Description

The Business Development Intern will support fundraising and partnership efforts, researching funding opportunities, preparing applications, and assisting with outreach. They will maintain a database of prospects, monitor industry trends, and participate in meetings. This role offers real-world experience in startup fundraising and business development with mentorship opportunities. The intern will need to be proactive and eager to learn about startup funding and donor relations and comfortable with online research and Microsoft Office Suite. This is a hands-on role ideal for students or recent graduates interested in business development, fundraising, and startup growth.

Must have:

Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
Strong research, communication, and organizational skills.
Proactive and eager to learn about startup funding and donor relations.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable with online research.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Perks:

Real-world experience in startup fundraising and business development.
Mentorship from experienced professionals.
Flexible working hours.
Opportunity for a full-time role upon successful completion.

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Job Details

About the Role

Are you passionate about startups and eager to learn the art of fundraising? We are seeking a motivated Business Development Intern to support our efforts in acquiring funds and building strategic partnerships. This is a hands-on role ideal for students or recent graduates interested in business development, fundraising, and startup growth.

Responsibilities

Research and identify fully funded startup opportunities, grants, and potential investors.
Assist in preparing funding applications, pitch decks, and partnership proposals.
Support outreach to donors, funding organizations, and accelerators.
Help maintain a database of prospects and track application progress.
Participate in team meetings and brainstorming sessions to develop new fundraising strategies.
Monitor industry trends and funding news relevant to startups.

Qualifications

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
Strong research, communication, and organizational skills.
Proactive and eager to learn about startup funding and donor relations.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable with online research.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.