Business Development Intern

Job summary

Research Web3 and blockchain markets, build and maintain client and partner databases, and support outreach and follow-ups. Assist with events, demo calls, proposals, partner presentations, and research reports that inform business development strategy.

Job details

Back to Careers Business Development Intern 📍 Office/Remote💼 Business Development⏰ Internship As a Business Development Intern at Openverse, you will work directly with our founding team to explore opportunities in the Web3 ecosystem. This is a unique chance to gain hands-on experience in blockchain business development, client engagement, and partnership building. Requirements ✓Currently studying or recently graduated in Business, Finance, Technology, or related fields ✓Good English proficiency (reading, writing, and speaking required) ✓Curious about blockchain, DeFi, and Web3 infrastructure ✓Proactive, self-driven, and able to take initiative ✓Comfortable working in a startup environment where speed and adaptability matter Responsibilities Conduct market research and analyze trends in Web3/Blockchain Build and maintain a client & partner database Support outreach: draft emails, LinkedIn messages, and follow-ups Assist in offline events: networking, note-taking, and client follow-ups Join demo calls and prepare proposals & partner decks Prepare research reports and insights to support BD strategy What We Offer ★Allowance: Negotiable (depending on commitment & performance) ★Opportunity to convert into Business Development Partner role after internship ★Exposure to international projects and clients across APAC, EU, and US ★Free access to Openverse’s Training classes, team activities, and events ★Team culture: young, dynamic, and supportive environment ★Mentorship from founders with achievements in global hackathons & Web3 startups Growth Path During your internship, you will be guided to achieve measurable outcomes such as: →Building client databases. →Sending outreach emails & setting up meetings. →Supporting demo calls and preparing proposals. →Assisting in offline events & networking activities. Outstanding Performers May Be Offered →Conversion to Business Development Partner role (with salary + commission). →Potential inclusion in Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) for long-term commitment. KPIs Month 1–2 Build a client database (50+ PT / 100+ FT companies) Send 15+ PT / 30+ FT outreach emails Deliver 1–2 research reports on market/competitors Month 3–4 Secure 3–5 (PT) / 5–10 (FT) qualified meetings Expand client database by +30% from baseline Attend 1+ offline event, join demo calls, co-create client proposals Month 5–6 Independently handle 2–3 (PT) / 4–5 (FT) demo calls Support 2–3 event pitches or networking follow-ups Generate 2–3 (PT) / 4–6 (FT) qualified opportunities per month, with at least 1 potential POC/pilot lead Ready to Join Our Team? Take the next step in your career and be part of Vietnam's leading Web3 development company. We're excited to hear from you!

What you’ll do

Research Web3 and blockchain markets, build and maintain client and partner databases, and support outreach and follow-ups. Assist with events, demo calls, proposals, partner presentations, and research reports that inform business development strategy.

Requirements

Applicants should be current students or recent graduates in business, finance, technology, or a related field, with good English reading, writing, and speaking skills. They should be curious about blockchain, DeFi, and Web3 infrastructure, proactive, self-driven, and comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment.

Benefits

• Negotiable Allowance
• Potential Business Development Partner Role
• International Project and Client Exposure
• Free Training Classes
• Team Activities and Events
• Founder Mentorship
• Potential Employee Stock Option Plan

Listed skills

• Business development · Preferred
• adaptability · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Market Research
• Trend Analysis
• Web3
• Blockchain
• Decentralized Finance
• Client Engagement
• Partnership Building
• Business Development
• Outreach
• Email Communication
• LinkedIn Outreach
• Networking
• Proposal Preparation
• Research Reporting
• Initiative
• Adaptability

Job areas

• Sales
• Technology
• Marketing

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