Business Development Associate Intern – Founder's Office

Business Development Associate Intern – Founder's Office

Location

Delhi

Working Days

Monday to Friday (5 Days Working)

Company

SportUp

Employment Type

Full-Time Internship

About SportUp

SportUp is building the operating system and marketplace for the health & fitness industry, helping sports facilities, gyms, studios, academies, and coaches operate, grow, and reach more customers.

We are looking for a highly motivated and entrepreneurial Business Development Associate – Founder's Office to work directly with the founding team. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in strategy, business development, partnerships, operations, and growth while contributing to the expansion of SportUp.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the founders on strategic initiatives and business growth projects.
• Identify, engage, and onboard sports facilities, fitness centers, academies, and coaching partners.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with potential clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Assist in partnership discussions, negotiations, and onboarding processes.
• Support the execution of sales and business development campaigns.
• Track key business metrics and prepare reports for the leadership team.
• Coordinate with operations, marketing, and product teams to ensure smooth execution of projects.
• Manage special projects and founder-led initiatives from planning to execution.
• Represent SportUp at networking events, industry meetups, and partner meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Management, Sports Management, or a related field.
• 0–3 years of experience in Business Development, Sales, Operations, Consulting, or Startup Ecosystems.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Google Sheets, and presentation tools.
• Self-driven, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Passion for sports, fitness, and technology is a plus.

What You'll Gain

• Direct mentorship from the founding team.
• Exposure to startup strategy, business development, and operations.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects with significant ownership.
• Fast learning environment with strong career growth opportunities.
• Chance to help shape the future of the sports and fitness ecosystem.

Work Location

In person