Business Development intern

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Job Type

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Job Description

Business Development Intern (Fundraising & Partnerships)

Remote | Internship | 3 Months

About UpStar

UpStar is an AI-powered, skill-first hiring platform transforming how talent connects with opportunity. We help job seekers identify skills, close gaps with personalized learning, and showcase their validated expertise, while employers access pre-vetted, role-fit candidates.Our mission:

Match Better, Grow Faster.

Role Overview

We are seeking a motivated

Business Development Intern

to play a pivotal role in

fundraising support

and

business partnerships

. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to startup fundraising, investor relations, and B2B partnership development. The ideal candidate will be resourceful, detail-oriented, and excited about working at the intersection of HRTech, AI, and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Fundraising Support:
    • Research and source potential angel investors, venture capital firms, and family office networks.
    • Maintain and update investor databases and outreach trackers.
    • Assist in preparing pitch materials, memos, and investor briefs.
    • Support scheduling, follow-ups, and communications with investor prospects.
  • Business Partnerships:
    • Identify and engage potential employer partners to expand UpStars employer network.
    • Support outreach campaigns to enterprises, startups, and recruitment firms.
    • Assist in partnership proposals, presentations, and follow-up activities.
    • Contribute to relationship management with prospective and existing partners.

What You'll Gain

  • First-hand experience in fundraising for a SaaS startup.
  • Exposure to investor relations and pitch preparation.
  • Skills in B2B business development and partnership building.
  • Opportunity to work closely with the founding team on a high-impact product.

Qualifications

  • Strong research and communication skills.
  • Interest in startups, fundraising, and business development.
  • Comfortable with outreach (email, LinkedIn, etc.) and follow-up communication.
  • Organized, proactive, and eager to learn.
  • Prior exposure to fundraising or B2B partnerships is a plus but not required.

Duration & Compensation

  • Internship duration: 3 months (with potential extension).
  • Compensation: Stipend + performance-based incentives.

How To Apply

If you're excited about this opportunity, please apply by sending your

cover letter and updated resume

to

career@upstars.ai

. Highlight both your

technical and soft skills

that complement this role even if you are a fresher or have no prior professional experience.

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