Business Development Intern

About the job
Company Description: Zelbia is an affordable SaaS platform that enables creators, small businesses, and entrepreneurs to build branded online stores and manage their digital commerce in one place. The platform allows users to list products, track sales, and manage customer relationships through a simple, user-friendly interface. By streamlining the online selling process, Zelbia makes it faster and easier to launch and grow an online business. Its focus on affordability and simplicity offers an accessible alternative to traditional e-commerce solutions, appealing to growth-minded users worldwide.

Role Description
The Business Development Intern will support Zelbia’s growth efforts by identifying new business opportunities and assisting in the expansion of our user base. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting market and competitor research, supporting lead generation campaigns, and helping manage outreach to prospective customers. The intern will collaborate with the business development and marketing teams to prepare presentations, draft outreach messages, and contribute to sales pipelines and reporting. Additional tasks may involve assisting with customer insights, gathering feedback on product features, and contributing ideas to improve our go-to-market strategy.

This is a full-time remote role, offering hands-on experience in business development within a fast-growing SaaS environment.

Qualifications
Strong analytical and market research skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
Effective communication skills for engaging prospects, collaborating with teams, and preparing clear written materials.
Lead generation and customer service skills to support outreach, nurture relationships, and handle inquiries professionally.
Interest in SaaS, e-commerce, or entrepreneurship, with a proactive and self-driven work style.
Ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
Proficiency with online productivity tools (e.g., spreadsheets, presentation tools, CRM or sales tracking software is a plus).
Enrollment in or completion of a degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.