NOW HIRING INTERNS
Partnerships
Intern
ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP
The mission
The Partnerships Intern at SA Media works directly with the business development and leadership teams to identify, research, and support the development of strategic partnerships across SA Media's global markets. You will contribute to live outreach, pipeline research, and proposal development from your first week.
Your success will be measured by the quality of your research, the professionalism of your outreach, and your ability to keep the partnership pipeline organised and moving. This is a role for a student who is commercially minded, strong in communication, and ready to develop the business relationship skills that separate exceptional graduates from average ones.
WHAT YOU GET
What this internship actually gives you
Real Business Exposure
Work on live partnership pipelines and real outreach to actual organisations across multiple markets.
Senior Mentorship
Receive direct guidance from the SA Media leadership team on how high-value business relationships are built and structured.
Global Market Insight
Gain exposure to how partnerships are developed across North America, the Gulf, Southeast Asia, and Europe.
Commercial Skills
Develop practical skills in research, outreach, proposal writing, and relationship management that translate directly into career capital.
Flexible Remote Work
Work remotely with a schedule that accommodates your academic commitments at a minimum of 16 hours per week.
Conversion Potential
Strong performers are considered for full-time and contract roles as they become available. Your internship is an extended audition.
THE ROLE
What you will do
Research potential partnership opportunities across industries, geographies, and business models that align with SA Media services and strategic priorities.
Build and maintain a structured database of potential partners including universities, brands, agencies, technology platforms, and media organisations.
Support the drafting of outreach messages, partnership proposals, and introduction emails that clearly communicate the SA Media value proposition.
Assist in coordinating partnership conversations by scheduling meetings, preparing briefing documents, and tracking the status of active discussions.
Contribute to the development of partnership decks, one-pagers, and presentation materials used in introductory and negotiation meetings.
Monitor partnership activity across relevant industries and flag new opportunities, competitor partnerships, or market developments worth pursuing.
Support relationship management by maintaining regular communication with existing partner contacts and ensuring follow-up actions are completed on time.
Assist in documenting partnership terms, agreements, and deliverables so all commitments are clear, tracked, and actioned by the relevant teams.
Conduct competitive benchmarking on how other firms structure and activate their partnership programs to inform SA Media strategy.
Contribute to internal reporting on partnership pipeline activity, progress, and outcomes on a weekly basis.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The ideal candidate
A university student with strong communication skills, commercial curiosity, and the discipline to manage a research and outreach workload with minimal supervision.
Currently enrolled in an accredited university or college program in business, economics, communications, marketing, or a related field
Strong written communication skills with the ability to draft professional outreach and proposal content
Organised and detail-oriented with the ability to manage research, outreach tracking, and relationship follow-up simultaneously
Commercially aware and genuinely interested in how businesses build strategic relationships and grow through partnerships
Comfortable conducting independent research across industries, geographies, and business models
Professional and polished in written and verbal communication with external contacts
Self-directed with the ability to manage tasks and priorities without requiring constant direction
Available for a minimum of 16 hours per week during the internship period
NICE TO HAVE
Bonus experience
Prior experience in a client-facing, business development, or sales support role in any context.
Familiarity with CRM platforms such as HubSpot or Airtable for tracking pipeline and contact data.
Exposure to partnership, affiliate, or sponsorship program management at any level.
Understanding of SA Media service areas including brand strategy, digital marketing, AI, or web development.
Experience preparing professional decks or written proposals for business or academic purposes.
WHY SA MEDIA
Why intern with us
Work directly on SA Media partnership pipeline and real outreach across global markets
Build commercial skills in research, proposal writing, and relationship management that universities do not teach
Learn from founders and senior operators who have built partnerships at the highest level
Gain exposure to how a global media firm structures and activates strategic relationships
Flexible remote structure designed to fit around your academic schedule
Clear pathway to extended contracts and full-time positions for strong performers
FAQ
Your questions, answered
Is this internship fully remote?
Yes. This is a fully remote position open to students globally. You will need reliable internet access, availability for scheduled check-ins, and the ability to meet agreed-upon deadlines.
Is this internship paid?
Compensation is discussed during the interview process. It depends on your availability, the depth of your contribution, and where you are in your academic program.
Do I need prior experience in partnerships or business development?
No prior experience is required. Strong written communication, commercial curiosity, and the ability to research and organise independently matter more than prior job titles.
What kind of partnerships will I be working on?
You will work across a range of partnership types including university programs, brand collaborations, agency referral networks, technology platform integrations, and media relationships across SA Media markets.
How many hours per week is expected?
A minimum of 16 hours per week. We structure this flexibly to fit around your class schedule and academic commitments wherever possible.
Will I have access to senior leadership?
Yes. SA Media leadership is accessible and directly involved in partnership development. You will receive mentorship and feedback from the founders and senior team, not just peer supervision.
Can this lead to a full-time role?
Yes. We hire from within wherever possible and strong performers are regularly considered for extended contracts and full-time opportunities in business development, partnerships, or account management.
How do I apply?
Send your resume and a short note on your interest in partnerships and business development to internships@samedia.io with the subject line: Internship Application: Partnerships Intern. We review every application personally.
APPLY NOW
Ready to build something
real?
Send your resume and a brief note on your interest in partnerships to our internship inbox. Include the subject line: Internship Application: Partnerships Intern. We review every application personally.
Questions? Email us at internships@samedia.io