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)
