Build a startup. Don't just intern at one.

Most internships give you repetitive tasks, zero ownership, and a certificate that adds little real value.

This isn't one of them.

The Unfiltered Startup is building at the intersection of e-commerce, digital growth, AI-powered customer experiences, 3D/AR commerce, and performance marketing—helping brands scale faster with smarter technology.

Built by a team with roots in IIT Delhi and startup ecosystems, we move fast, experiment aggressively, and solve real business problems- not assign fake internship projects.

If you want exposure to sales, founder thinking, growth strategy, business development, and startup execution, this role gives you direct access.

What You'll Actually Do

As a Business Development Intern, you'll work closely with the founding/growth team to drive business expansion.

This is not a make PPTs and sit in meetings internship.

Opportunity Research

Identify high-potential brands, businesses, and growth opportunities
Research target markets, customer segments, and decision-makers
Track emerging trends in e-commerce, digital marketing, AI commerce, and startup growth

Lead Generation & Outreach

Build prospect pipelines through research and outbound prospecting
Reach out via LinkedIn, email, WhatsApp, calls, and other creative channels
Qualify leads and schedule discovery conversations
Support partnership and client acquisition initiatives

Founder's Office Exposure

Analyze competitors, positioning, and market opportunities
Contribute ideas for new growth experiments and GTM initiatives
Assist in validating offers, partnerships, and strategic opportunities
Learn how early-stage startup decisions are made

Client & Relationship Management

Support conversations with prospects and clients
Assist with follow-ups, proposals, and pipeline progression
Help maintain strong client communication and business relationships

Who Should Apply

This role is ideal for someone who:

Wants real startup exposure instead of a passive internship
Is confident communicating with people and initiating conversations
Thinks commercially, not just academically
Is proactive, resourceful, and execution-driven
Learns fast and takes ownership
Is curious about startups, growth, AI, e-commerce, or digital business

Preferred Qualifications

Pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree
Prior experience in sales, business development, outreach, or marketing is a plus
Familiarity with LinkedIn prospecting, spreadsheets, CRM tools, or outreach workflows
Strong written and spoken communication in English and Hindi
Interest in digital marketing, D2C, SaaS, e-commerce, or technology

What You'll Gain

Direct exposure to startup growth from the inside
Opportunity to work closely with founders and core growth teams
Practical learning in lead generation, business development, sales psychology, outreach, negotiation, and strategy
Exposure to fast-growing industries including AI, digital marketing, e-commerce, and immersive commerce
A significantly steeper learning curve than conventional internships
Potential full-time opportunity for top performers

Location

Gomti Nagar Vistar, Lucknow (In-office 3 days a week)