Job Description

Company Description Startup Story® is a storytelling platform dedicated to amplifying the voices of startups and showcasing their journeys to a global audience. The organization focuses on inspiring current and future entrepreneurs by highlighting real-world challenges, milestones, and lessons from diverse ventures. With a strong commitment to inclusivity, Startup Story® features founders from major hubs as well as tier 2 and tier 3 cities, recognizing the unique obstacles they face. By elevating these stories, the platform aims to build a vibrant startup ecosystem, bridge opportunity gaps, and celebrate resilience, creativity, and innovation in entrepreneurship.

Role Description The Media Sales & PR Intern will support the growth of Startup Story® by assisting in media outreach, sales prospecting, and brand communication. This internship role is hybrid, based in New Delhi, with flexibility for some work-from-home tasks depending on project needs. Day-to-day responsibilities include identifying and researching potential media partners and sponsors, preparing outreach lists, drafting emails and proposals, and following up with leads under guidance from the team. The intern will help manage PR activities such as coordinating interviews, maintaining press lists, supporting social media announcements, and tracking coverage. The role also involves collaborating with content and marketing teams to ensure consistent messaging, gathering performance data, and contributing ideas to strengthen partnerships and audience en
gagement.
Qualifications
Candidates should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, including clear written and spoken English and the ability to present ideas confidently.
Candidates should possess basic media sales and business development abilities, such as lead research, client outreach, and relationship-building with partners and sponsors.
Candidates should possess public relations and branding skills, including media list management, drafting press or outreach materials, and coordinating interviews or features.
Candidates should possess digital and social media familiarity, with comfort using platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, and email tools for professional outreach.
Candidates should possess organizational and analytical skills, including attention to detail, time management, and the ability to track and report on outreach or campaign performance.
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Communications, Media, Business, or a related field is preferred.
Demonstrated interest in startups, entrepreneurship, or storytelling, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Ability to work in a hybrid arrangement from New Delhi, manage independent tasks responsibly, and collaborate effectively with a small team.