Business Development & Operations Intern - Physical AI
ArbaLabs · Seoul, South Korea
Apply & track with Apply EdgePangyo Gyeonggi-Do | Part-time Internship | On-site / FlexibleAbout ArbaLabsArbaLabs is building trust infrastructure for Physical AI.Our technology, ArbaEdge, helps verify that AI systems, edge devices and their outputs are operating as expected in real-world environments.We are active across robotics, automotive, aerospace and industrial AI, working with customers, partners, investors and public-sector organizations in Korea and internationally.ArbaLabs is also preparing for its first orbital mission aboard Nuri, with our technology being validated as part of a Korean space mission pathway.We are looking for a Business Development & Operations Intern who is confident, highly organized and comfortable representing an international technology startup in professional settings.This is not a back-office-only internship.You may join the Founder & CEO at customer meetings, investor meetings, conferences and startup events, while also helping with commercial follow-up and day-to-day business operations.What You’ll DoJoin selected customer, investor and partner meetingsHelp prepare meeting briefs, notes and follow-up actionsSupport Korean ↔ English communication during meetings and follow-upsDraft and organize professional emailsUpdate CRM records, contact information and opportunity notesResearch potential customers, partners and investorsHelp coordinate meetings and external eventsSupport preparation of simple company, sales and presentation materialsAssist with conferences, exhibitions and startup eventsHelp track important commercial follow-upsSupport communication with Korean and international stakeholdersAssist the Founder & CEO with day-to-day business operationsLearn how early-stage partnerships, sales and fundraising actually workWho We’re Looking ForThis role may suit a university student, recent graduate or early-career candidate.You do not need extensive professional experience.We care much more about how you communicate and how you carry yourself.You should be:Fluent in KoreanHighly comfortable communicating in EnglishConfident speaking with new peopleProfessional and polished in customer-facing environmentsFriendly, energetic and personableOrganized and reliableComfortable writing professional emailsCurious and willing to ask questionsAble to take ownership of small tasks without constant supervisionInterested in startups, technology, AI or international businessComfortable working directly with the Founder & CEONice to HaveExperience studying or working in an international environmentPrevious internship or part-time experience in business development, sales, consulting, operations or marketingExperience attending business events or conferencesFamiliarity with CRM toolsStrong written EnglishInterest in AI, robotics, aerospace, automotive or emerging technologyExperience with presentations or public speakingInternational exchange or overseas experienceWhat You’ll Get Exposure ToYou will work directly alongside the Founder & CEO + team and gain exposure to:B2B customer developmentInvestor communication and fundraisingInternational partnershipsKorean startup and innovation programsPhysical AI and edge AIRobotics and autonomous systemsAerospace and Korea’s Nuri launch ecosystemCommercial strategyCRM and pipeline managementInternational customer meetingsStartup events and conferencesThis role offers considerably more real-world exposure than a traditional administrative internship.You may find yourself helping prepare an investor meeting in the morning, attending a robotics customer discussion in the afternoon, and following up with an international partner afterwards.Who Will Do Well HereWe are looking for someone who enjoys meeting people and is comfortable stepping into unfamiliar situations.You do not need to already understand Physical AI.We can teach you the technology.What is harder to teach is curiosity, confidence, professionalism and initiative.If you enjoy communicating, learning quickly and being close to where real business decisions happen, you may enjoy this role.Working ArrangementPaid part-time internshipApproximately 2–3 days per weekSeoul-basedPrimarily on-site, with some flexibility depending on schedule and tasksOccasional external meetings and eventsUniversity students are welcomeForeign nationals currently based in Korea are welcome to apply where they have strong Korean ability and appropriate work authorizationCompensation: Paid hourly internship, depending on experience and working arrangement.