Sales Intern - Supporting Commercial Growth

Graduate Ventures; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from founding team

Exposure to international trade shows

Flexible Amsterdam-based internship

Job summary

Liion Power, a cleantech startup in Amsterdam, is seeking a Sales Intern to support commercial growth and gain hands-on experience. You will work with the Commercial Growth Director on lead generation, outreach, and market research while learning the ropes of partnership development.

You will map target markets, help build relationships with distributors and corporate clients, and contribute to sales materials as the team expands its presence at international trade shows.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's in Business, Marketing, International Management, Sustainability, or related field.
• Strong interest in sales and business development.
• Proactive, self-driven, startup mindset.
• Clear communicator with relationship-building skills.
• Interest in sustainability and measurable impact.
• Comfort with English; Dutch a plus.

Responsibilities

• Generate qualified B2B leads through outreach campaigns.
• Build and manage relationships with distributors, resellers, and corporate clients.
• Research target markets in cleantech and sustainability.
• Maintain and improve CRM and deal-flow tracking.
• Contribute to pitch materials, proposals, and sales playbooks.
• Assist with preparation for international trade shows.

Skills

Sales interest

Proactive

Clear communication

Sustainability focus

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Business/Marketing/Management/Sustainability

Tools

CRM

Sales Navigator

Job description

Sales Intern – Supporting Commercial Growth

Amsterdam (hybrid possible)

• 40 hrs/week
• Min. 5-6 months
• Start: ASAP

About Liion Power

Liion Power is a purpose-driven cleantech startup based at the VU Startup Amsterdam, dedicated to extending the lifespan of lithium-ion batteries and reducing electronic waste. Our flagship product, Leo, is a Plug & Play Battery Life Extender that prolongs device life by up to 50% and reduces environmental footprint.

After winning the CES Las Vegas Innovation Award, the European Green Challenge, and the IFA Berlin Impact Ambassador Award, we are entering a key growth phase - and we want you to be part of it.

Role Purpose

You will work directly alongside our Commercial Growth Director to support and accelerate our commercial activities. This is a hands-on role where you learn by doing - from lead generation and outreach to partnership development and market research.

What You'll Do

• Support outreach campaigns to generate qualified B2B leads
• Build and manage relationships with distributors, resellers, and corporate clients
• Research and map target markets in cleantech, consumer tech, and sustainability
• Maintain and improve our CRM and deal-flow tracking
• Contribute to pitch materials, proposals, and sales playbooks
• Help prepare for and attend international trade shows
• Work cross-functionally with marketing and product teams

You're Great For This Role If You

• Are enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's in Business, Marketing, International Management, Sustainability, or a related field
• Have a genuine interest in sales and business development
• Are proactive, self-driven, and take initiative in a startup environment
• Communicate clearly and enjoy building relationships
• Care about sustainability and measurable impact
• Are comfortable working in English (Dutch is a plus)
• Know CRM or outreach tools like Sales Navigator (a plus, not a must)

What We Offer

• A hands-on internship with real commercial impact
• Direct mentorship from the founding team and Commercial Growth Director
• Inside view of a high-growth cleantech startup
• Flexible working options (Amsterdam-based)
• Internship compensation in line with market standards
• The chance to attend international trade shows and events

We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply - even if you don't meet every single requirement.