Business Development Intern
Key Skills
Job Description
About BUZZ Buzz is the fastest-growing power bank sharing company in Europe, helping thousands of people to stay charged. We are a startup with vibrant energy and freedom of action, where everyone feels part of a fast-growing international project. The team is united by trust, speed, creativity, and a sense of real impact – you can literally see your ideas becoming part of the city and bringing value to people. About the Role (Sales & Account Impact) We’re looking for an energetic, action-oriented professional with a hunter mindset who enjoys sales but also understands the value of long-term relationships and clean processes. This is a hybrid B2B role combining sales, business development, and account management in the HoReCa & Entertainment segment: cafés, restaurants, bars, clubs, and venues where Buzz stations live and grow. Your mission: Bring new partners into the Buzz network, activate them successfully, and help existing locations grow further. What You Will Do Sales & Growth Prospect new venues: calls, messages, visits, and meetings with owners and managers Qualify leads and move them through the funnel — from first contact to signed location Support door-to-door and on-site meetings together with senior sales colleagues Partner Acquisition & Activation Represent Buzz on the ground: explain the product, value proposition, and placement logic Help potential partners understand how Buzz improves guest experience and generates extra revenue Build relationships with venue owners and managers to secure new partnerships Support new partner onboarding and ensure successful activation of locations Account & Pipeline Operations Stay in touch with existing partners to drive upgrades, reorders, and referrals Keep CRM clean and structured: log calls, update deal stages, track follow-ups Support weekly pipeline updates and basic reporting What to Expect Daily action: calls, WhatsApp, emails, and in-person visits Clear sales playbooks, training, and coaching from day one Measurable KPIs: meetings booked, active pipeline, partner activation Real ownership — your work directly turns into live locations You Are Proactive, confident, and comfortable taking initiative A natural communicator with a hunter mindset — you like opening doors and moving things forward Have a growth mindset and positive energy, always open to knowledge and new learning experiences Fluent in English is a must; conversational Dutch or fluency in multiple languages is a strong plus Organised and reliable (you follow up, keep notes, and close loops) Sales or horeca experience is welcome, but not required Students enrolled at a university and eligible for an internship are welcome We Offer Full training, scripts, and tools from day one Fair compensation and a modern office in the centre of Amsterdam Close work with experienced sales professionals Fast responsibility and steep learning curve Clear growth path to Sales Executive based on performance A young, ambitious team and a product that genuinely sells itself Application Process We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage candidates to apply as early as possible. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by our HR team to proceed to the first interview. At that stage, we will provide further details to help you prepare. For any questions regarding the role and the company, please contact us at [email protected]. Kindly note that we do not accept applications via email; all applications must be submitted via the provided sources. That said, we are always keen to connect with strong talent and may reach out in the future should a suitable opportunity arise.
Core Responsibilities
Prospect and qualify venues, secure new partnerships, and support partner onboarding and activation across the HoReCa and entertainment sectors. Maintain relationships with existing partners, manage CRM and sales pipeline records, and support upgrades, referrals, and reporting.
Requirements
Candidates should be proactive, confident communicators with a hunter mindset, strong organization, and reliable follow-up habits. Fluent English is required; conversational Dutch or additional language fluency is a plus, while sales or hospitality experience is welcome but not required, and applicants must be university students eligible for an internship.
Benefits
- Full Training
- Fair Compensation
- Modern Office
- Coaching
- Growth Opportunities
About Buzz Power Banks
Industry: Consumer Goods Rental
Company size: 11-50 employees
Buzz is a power bank-sharing company. Through the Buzz Power Bank app you can rent a power bank and charge your device. Our mission is to become the best power bank-sharing company in the Netherlands and create a nationwide network. Let's Buzz together ;)