Business Development Intern

Job Type:

Internship | Part-Time | Flexible

Compensation:

• $200 per school partnership secured
• No cap on earnings
• Typical range: $1,000–$4,000+/month depending on performance

About Chess KQ Club:

Chess KQ Club is an after-school enrichment program for K–8 students focused on developing critical thinking, pattern recognition, and confidence through structured chess instruction.

We partner directly with schools to deliver on-site programs, including curriculum, instructors, and optional tournaments.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Business Development & School Partnerships Intern to support expansion into new schools across the Bay Area.

This role focuses on outreach, partnership development, and early-stage growth execution. You will work directly on building relationships with schools and helping bring new programs to life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and research target schools (K–8) in assigned regions
• Conduct outreach to school stakeholders, including:
  • Principals
  • Front office administrators
  • PTO/PTA organizations
• Communicate the value of Chess KQ Club programs
• Coordinate introductory calls between interested schools and our team
• Follow up with leads to move partnerships forward
• Track outreach activity and pipeline progress

What Counts as Success:

You will earn $250 per partnership when:

• A school agrees to host a Chess KQ Club program
• The program is officially approved and scheduled

Qualifications:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable initiating outreach (email, phone, or in-person)
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Organized and able to track multiple conversations
• Interest in business, startups, or education

Preferred (Not Required):

• Experience in sales, outreach, or leadership roles
• Familiarity with local schools or community organizations
• Interest in entrepreneurship or early-stage startups

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on experience in business development and partnerships
• Exposure to startup growth strategy and execution
• Real-world experience communicating with external stakeholders
• Flexible schedule that works around classes
• Performance-based earnings with no cap

Work Schedule:

• Flexible hours
• Recommended: 15-20 hours per week

Application Instructions:

Apply through Handshake or email: [your email]

Please include:

• Name and school
• Short statement of interest (2–3 sentences)
• Any relevant experience (optional)

Employer Contact:

Adrian Benjamin
Founder, Chess KQ Club
chessclubkq.com