Business Development Internship

About us

Founded in 2010, Startupbootcamp ranks as the world's 3rd largest startup accelerator. We operate through more than 20 global offices and have successfully boosted top companies worldwide. Despite our achievements, we're still eager to grow. Our goal is to become the world's leading accelerator, aiming to launch 100,000 startups and engage 100 million people in innovation by 2030. Alongside Innoleaps, our sister company, we also help established corporations innovate and excel through Open Innovation.

About the role

As a Business Development Intern at Startupbootcamp, you’ll join our Corporate Relations Unit, working at the forefront of innovation and startup ecosystems. This is more than just a lead-generation role — you’ll be the key driver in building and expanding relationships that power our business. Your core responsibilities will include:

• B2B lead generation and qualifying leads

• Writing proposals and managing client communications

• Promoting and organizing events, and actively participating in them

• Supporting the team in sales activities to drive growth

• Start date: ASAP 

This internship offers hands-on experience in B2B sales and relationship management, giving you the opportunity to work directly with a wide range of stakeholders including startups, corporates, and investors.

Profile Overview

We’re looking for someone who thrives in dynamic environments and is excited by the startup world. You’ll fit right in if you have:

• Previous internship experience (preferred but not required)

• A natural inclination for teamwork and an ability to take initiative

• A keen interest in the startup/innovation ecosystem

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent experience)

• Strong interpersonal skills: you’re the type of person who effortlessly builds connections, engages with others, and remembers everyone’s name at the end of an event

• Methodical and persistent work habits, with the ability to tackle repetitive tasks with a positive attitude

• Proficiency in Excel and other business-related software

• Fluency in English (additional languages are a bonus)

Benefits:

• A unique opportunity to be heavily involved in a global innovation ecosystem.

• An expansion of your network - we work with startups, investors, corporates, and entrepreneurs who will inspire you!

• You will learn everything about the startup world and be up-to-date with the latest technology trends.

• You will become part of an amazing team consisting of dedicated and ambitious professionals that are driven to achieve growth and impact, but also love to have a laugh!

• Tons of opportunities to stimulate your personal growth - workshops & masterclasses available on a daily basis.

• Dedicated time to perform study related activities such as a sales project.

How to Apply:

Got excited? Great, because we would love to hear from you!

Please attach your CV, and a short motivation letter (or video) telling us why you are a good fit for this role! Would you like to apply but feel like you don’t have enough ‘professional experience’ yet? We’d like to encourage you to apply anyway, and tell us your story! We are always looking for motivated individuals who would like to start their careers and grow with us.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and support workforce diversity. All applications for vacant positions will be welcomed and will be considered on the relative merits of the applicant against the role profile for the position regardless of colour, race, nationality, ethnic origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, educational background, marital status, disability, parental responsibilities, age, religion, or belief.