Sales & Business Development Intern

Job Description

Sales & Business Development Intern | SharpStakes
The Tone:
This is a part-time internship at SharpStakes, a company building a cutting-edge research tool designed to make sports betting easy, fun, and transparent. The SharpStakes platform helps users find insights, discover the best bets, and make smarter decisions in iGaming. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in an exciting startup environment, at the intersection of sports, data, and business. The Sales & Business Development Intern is crucial for expanding SharpStakes’ brand presence, connecting directly with potential users, and gathering vital feedback to continually improve the product experience.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time
• Location: In-person
• Pay: $20 hourly (plus commission)
• Mission: Grow the SharpStakes brand, boost awareness, generate new leads, and provide user insights to enhance the platform’s user experience.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Brand Promotion: Grow SharpStakes’ brand visibility and reach by leveraging social media and engaging in direct, in-person marketing efforts.
• Event Management: Plan and execute engaging experiences and events designed to boost brand awareness and foster community connection.
• Event Representation: Actively assist at and represent SharpStakes during company-sponsored sports events and various social gatherings.
• Partnership Identification: Proactively connect with key potential partners, including local sports bars, relevant student organizations, and influential figures in the sports community.
• User Feedback: Systematically gather valuable user insights and provide constructive feedback to the leadership team to improve the SharpStakes platform experience.
• Lead Generation: Create and implement effective strategies, utilizing both in-person engagement and online channels, to generate qualified leads for the business.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. A strong interest in marketing, sales, and business development, specifically within the sports and iGaming domain.
• Experience: No specific years required. Demonstrated ability to engage with diverse groups of people, build meaningful connections, and take initiative to achieve objectives.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to confidently engage, influence, and promote the SharpStakes brand to various audiences.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: A proactive and self-driven approach to work, characterized by initiative-taking, a focus on getting things done, and a strong eagerness for continuous growth.
• Sports Passion: A deep and current passion for sports, evidenced by staying informed on games, teams, and prevailing trends.