Sales Intern (Business Development)

Auptimate is a Singapore-headquartered startup helping angel investors, syndicate leads, fund managers, and professional investors design, launch, and operate their SPVs, Syndicates, and Funds. We are a fast-growing seed-stage company with a strong focus on delivering exceptional client service as we scale. Role Overview We’re looking for a motivated Sales Intern to join our growth team and learn how a venture capital infrastructure platform is sold from the ground up. This is a 6-month, full-time internship with the potential to convert into a full-time position based on performance. You’ll be at the front line of our outreach, engaging fund managers, syndicate leads, and professional investors across the region through calls, emails, and messaging. You’ll work closely with our founders and senior team members, so you’ll need to be fluent in English. Cold Outreach & Prospecting Conduct cold outreach to prospective clients, including angel investors, syndicate leads, emerging fund managers, and family offices, via phone calls, email, and LinkedIn messaging. Build and maintain prospect lists with accurate contact and company information. Follow up consistently with prospects to move conversations forward. Sales Pipeline Support Qualify leads and schedule discovery calls and product demos for the senior team. Update and maintain the CRM so that pipeline stages, notes, and follow-ups are accurate and timely. Prepare client-ready materials such as proposals, pitch decks, and follow-up summaries. Client Communication Draft clear and professional emails and messages to prospects and clients. Respond promptly to enquiries and ensure action items and next steps are documented. Work with the client success and compliance teams to ensure smooth handovers when prospects convert to clients. Events & Community Building Support webinars, networking events, and investor community initiatives. Help build relationships with angel networks, accelerators, and ecosystem partners. Qualifications & Experience Has completed a Diploma or Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Marketing, or a related field. Must have full working rights in Singapore. Prior internship or work experience in sales, business development, or marketing is an advantage. Interest in venture capital, startups, fintech, or the investment industry is highly desirable. Available for a 6-month full-time commitment. Skills & Competencies Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, particularly in professional email correspondence and phone conversations. Confident and comfortable making cold calls, with resilience in handling rejection. Strong interpersonal skills and confidence engaging with senior stakeholders. Proactive and resourceful, with the initiative to follow through without being chased. Organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Comfortable using tools such as CRM platforms, LinkedIn, Google Workspace, or Microsoft Office. Familiarity with Notion is a bonus Growth mindset, with openness to feedback and continuous improvement. What we offer A fast-growing work environment with real ownership from day one Direct mentorship from the founders and senior team members Exposure to the fast-growing ecosystem of Corporate Services, Venture Capital Infrastructure, and Fintech investment platforms Potential to convert to a full-time position based on performance If you’re excited about the opportunity to kick-start your career in sales within the investment sector, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and join us at the forefront of innovation. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.