Business Development Intern

We are posting this role on behalf of our client. You will be able to see more details about the hiring company once you start your application.Wonder Tools is seeking a Strategic Operations Intern to support the publication's day-to-day operations, subscriber communications, and business development efforts. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented undergraduate who wants hands‑on experience in the business side of digital media—including customer relations, sponsor support, partnership outreach, and operational workflows. You'll work closely with the founder. Join us to get experience at a fast‑growing entrepreneurial creator venture.Responsibilities Marketing & Growth Support and execute marketing initiatives to grow subscribers and engagementAssist with campaign planning, content promotion, and audience developmentTrack performance metrics and help refine growth strategiesPartnerships & Business Development Research and identify potential partners, sponsors, and collaboratorsSupport outreach, partnership discussions, and relationship managementHelp coordinate co‑marketing initiatives and strategic collaborationsSponsor Support & Metrics Gather post‑campaign performance metrics for sponsors (open rates, click‑through rates, subscriber reach) from Substack's analytics dashboardCompile metrics into clear, professional sponsor reports using established templatesSend completed reports to sponsors and handle routine follow‑up communicationsAssist the Business Development lead with sponsor outreach: research prospective sponsors, gather contact information, and draft initial outreach emails for reviewTrack sponsor pipeline activity and follow‑up status in a shared trackerResearch potential collaborators: other Substack writers, podcasters, YouTube creators, and newsletter authors in adjacent spaces (productivity, AI, journalism, education)Draft outreach messages for cross‑promotions, guest collaborations, and Substack Live invitations (for founder's review and approval)Send approved outreach messages and manage follow‑up communicationsResearch potential group subscription targets: journalism schools, newsrooms, corporate training departments, nonprofit associationsAssist with coordinating logistics for Substack Live conversations: scheduling, guest confirmations, and post‑event follow‑upGeneral Support Act as a thought partner and operational support to the founderHandle ad hoc projects related to growth, partnerships, and strategyMinor video or audio editing or social media producingQualifications Currently a student receiving a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications, Media Studies, or similar.Strong interest in media, startups, marketing, and partnershipsHighly organized, proactive, and detail‑orientedExcellent written and verbal communication skillsNice to Have Familiarity with Substack, newsletter platforms, or email marketing toolsExperience with customer service, sales support, or outreach in any contextExposure to CRM tools, project management tools (Notion, Asana, Trello), or basic data analyticsInterest in productivity tools, AI, or journalismWhat You'll Gain Direct experience working with the founder of a fast‑growing, highly‑rated independent media publicationHands‑on exposure to business development, partnership outreach, and sponsor relations in digital mediaExperience with the operational side of scaling a newsletter with 84,000+ subscribers as it heads to the near‑term goal of 100,000 global subscribersPractical skills in professional communication, customer relations, and project coordinationA portfolio of real outreach, research, and communications workHourly compensation during the internship: $15-$20.#J-18808-Ljbffr