Business Development Intern

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.
  
  
  

• 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.
  
  
  

• 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.
  
  
  

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