Sales Development Representative Internship (SDR)
AI-powered Sales Development Representative (SDR)
Reports To: Founder CEO and Venture Capital Board Member
Job Type: Full-Time Internship ππ
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Job Summary
As an AI-Powered SDR, you will blend AI-driven efficiency π€ with high-touch, in-person prospecting π€ to identify and qualify leads. Youβll use generative AI tools to automate outreach, analyze data π, and optimize strategies while prioritizing face-to-face interactions at industry events, conferences, and client meetings π€β¨.
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Key Responsibilities
AI-Driven Prospecting & Outreach
β’ Use AI platforms (e.g., ChatGPT, Perplexity) to:
β’ Generate personalized cold emails, LinkedIn messages, and follow-ups π¬
β’ Analyze market trends and competitor activity to refine targeting π―
β’ Constantly explore new tools β paid, free, and open source β to improve processes π οΈπ
β’ Manage CRM pipelines with AI-enhanced tools for predictive analytics and workflow automation ππ€
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In-Person Lead Generation
β’ Attend 8β10 industry events, trade shows, and networking conferences quarterly to build relationships πΌπ£οΈ
β’ Schedule and conduct face-to-face meetings with high-value prospects π
β’ Collaborate with marketing to host AI-themed workshops or demos for lead acquisition π‘ποΈ
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Hybrid Sales Execution
β’ Qualify leads using AI-powered chatbots for initial screenings π€π¬, then transition to personalized outreach.
β’ Partner with CEO to hand off AI-nurtured leads and provide context from in-person interactions π§ π€
β’ Report on AI tool efficacy and propose improvements to the tech stack π§°π
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Continuous Learning
β’ Stay updated on AI sales tools (e.g., conversational AI, predictive lead scoring) π°π
β’ Train team members on integrating AI into traditional sales processes π§βπ«πΌ
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Nice-to-Haves
β’ A genuine passion for AI tools and the curiosity to explore new ones regularly π€©π€
β’ Enjoys crafting clever prompts and thinking creatively to get the most out of AI platforms like ChatGPT and Perplexity π‘π―
β’ Thrives on human connection β you gain energy from meeting new people and arenβt shy about starting conversations in a room full of strangers β‘π£οΈ
β’ You live for networking β whether itβs at a conference, a workshop, or a spontaneous coffee chat βπ€
β’ Comfortable combining AI-generated insights with real-world intuition to adapt outreach strategies on the fly π§ βοΈ
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What Youβll Gain
β’ A tremendous learning opportunity for growth-oriented and entrepreneurial-minded individuals ππ
β’ Crash course + on-the-job training in some of the highest-growth and most futuristic industries including AI and Web3 π§βπ»π
β’ Direct immersion in fast-paced startup execution, with real-world exposure to deal-making, product launches, and advanced tooling π₯ποΈ
β’ Opportunity to try out for full-time positions based on performance ππ