Business Development and Partnerships Intern

Business Development and Partnerships Intern Location: Dubai, UAE | Type: Unpaid internship Start date, duration, weekly hours and working arrangements will be agreed before joining. Dubai-based applicants are encouraged to apply. About Learnstar: Learnstar is an edutainment platform connecting learners with celebrities, creators and industry experts through practical courses, masterclasses and live experiences. We are expanding across Africa and MENA and building our presence in Dubai. About the role: Help Learnstar identify and develop partnerships with brands, universities and businesses as we expand in Dubai. What you will do: Research potential brand sponsors, corporate clients, universities and distribution partners. Identify relevant contacts and maintain an organised partnership and follow-up tracker. Draft personalised outreach messages and support partnership presentations and proposals. Help coordinate meetings, prepare briefing notes and record agreed next steps. Support the founder with follow-ups and research for courses, masterclasses and sponsorship opportunities. What we are looking for: Strong written English, research skills and attention to detail. Comfortable using spreadsheets and presentation tools. Interested in business development, marketing or the creative economy. Reliable, proactive and willing to learn; previous professional experience is not required. What you will learn: Practical experience in prospect research, business communication, proposal preparation and managing a partnership pipeline. You will work with guidance and feedback from the Learnstar team. How to apply: Email Kshitij Sainani at kshitij.sainani@kgskalliance.com with the role title, your CV or LinkedIn profile, and your availability. Include a short note explaining your interest in partnerships. This is an unpaid learning placement. Any appointment is subject to applicable UAE internship and work-authorisation requirements.