WindBorne

Details

Positions: Business Development Intern
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Innovation Area: Energy, Food, Water, Human Health and Environment Nexus
Position Type: TomKat Center-supported
Compensation: $8000
Internship Term: 8 weeks

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Windborne Systems is supercharging weather forecasts with a unique proprietary data source: a global constellation of next-generation smart weather balloons targeting the most critical atmospheric data. We then combine that unique data source with the world’s most accurate AI weather models. Our long-term vision is to eliminate weather uncertainty, and in the process help humanity adapt to climate change, be that predicting hurricanes or speeding the adoption of renewables.

We’re based in Palo Alto, California and offer great snacks, on-site balloon launches, and Toby the office dog (a corgi)!

Responsibilities

Windborne is seeking a Business Development Intern to contribute to the build out of our commercial data and weather prediction sales pipeline. You’ll support our heads of commercial and international growth to strategize around new markets, identify and prioritize business opportunities, and get on the ground contacting and selling to customers.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the development of a sales pipeline strategy for new commercial markets
Execute the developed sales pipeline through strategic outreach and systematic follow-up
Conduct targeted cold outreach to potential clients
Perform market mapping and identify ideal customer profiles based on specific criteria provided by the team
Develop comparative analysis and case studies between WindBorne and competitors

Who should apply

We’re looking for someone who can turn weather data and predictions into compelling business stories. If you don’t have a traditional sales background, don’t worry – we can teach you to sell. We care about your ability to learn, adapt, and communicate across roles, cultures and areas of expertise. Experience with data analysis and visualizations is a plus!
Our ideal candidate has strong research and analytical skills, the ability to take initiative, a passion for technology, and interest in a grab-bag of energy, agriculture, insurance, aviation, and natural disaster mitigation.

Required Expertise

Strong research and analytical skills
Dynamic interpersonal skills and ability to adapt to customer needs
High-level written and verbal communication
Proactive mindset with demonstrated ability to take initiative and learn quickly
MS Office/Google Workspace proficiency

Preferred skills/Majors