Business Development Intern (UAE)

About the Company

CertiK is a leading company in blockchain security, recognized for its rapid growth and trustworthiness.

• Clients: Over 4,798 clients, securing over $597 billion in digital assets, monitoring over 17,000 projects.
• Notable Clients: Aave, Polygon, Yearn, Chiliz.
• Investors: Insight Partners, Sequoia, Tiger Global, Coatue Management, Lightspeed, Advent International, SoftBank, Hillhouse Capital, Goldman Sachs, Shunwei Capital, IDG Capital, Wing, Legend Star, Danhua Capital, and others.

About the Role

CertiK is looking for motivated and detail-oriented Business Development Interns for a 3-month internship. This role is for individuals passionate about Web3, blockchain, and emerging technologies who want hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment. You will support the BD team with go-to-market initiatives, market research, and strategic partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying and qualifying new business leads within the blockchain and Web3 ecosystem.
• Conduct market research on competitors, trends, and potential clients.
• Support partnership outreach, including initial contact and follow-ups.
• Help prepare pitch decks, client reports, and meeting summaries.
• Maintain and update CRM tools with lead and partnership data.
• Monitor industry news and provide summaries relevant to the BD strategy.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and product teams to align messaging and BD goals.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Marketing, or a related field.
• Strong interest in blockchain, Web3, or emerging technology markets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to research and synthesize complex data.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides).
• Familiarity with CRM tools (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce).
• Ability to commit to a 3-month, part-time or full-time internship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience or coursework in business development, consulting, or tech startups.
• Familiarity with blockchain projects, tokenomics, and Web3 communities.
• Multilingual abilities are welcomed.
• Demonstrated passion for the crypto ecosystem through personal projects, writing, or community involvement.

Employment Type

• Internship

Company Benefits and Policies

CertiK offers benefits to full-time employees including:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with high deductible plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Flexible paid time off and holidays

CertiK also offers a variable commission program for business development sales roles.

Equal Opportunity Employer: CertiK is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status or civil partnership/union status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other protected status. CertiK will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws. All employees are expected to support diversity within their teams and the company.

Employment Eligibility Verification: In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.