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Software engineering intern in an e-commerce startup

🚀 About the Role
We’re building the future of social commerce—one real recommendation at a time. This Portuguese e-commerce startup empowers people to share and monetize authentic product and experience suggestions with their close network. No influencers. No ads. Just trust, discovery, and good vibes. We’ve raised €1.4M so far, are launching in Portugal, and growing fast. If you’re excited about the intersection of social and shopping, and love solving real-world problems with code, we’d love to meet you.

💻 What You’ll Do
• Build features and interfaces across our web and mobile apps using React, React Native, Next.js, and Expo
• Work on the backend too with .NET and Azure, if needed to reach your goals
• Work closely with product and marketing to bring delightful experiences to life
• Ship fast, learn fast: we believe in learning by doing and iterating quickly
• Dive into problems headfirst and own solutions end to end
• Bring your creativity and input to both product and technical discussions
• Get exposed to the realities (and magic!) of building a startup from the ground up

✅ What We’re Looking For
• You’ve played around with (or better, built stuff with) React and React Native
• You’re curious, self-driven, and eager to grow—you figure things out and ask questions when stuck
• You have experience or interest in Next.js and/or Expo
• You care about results and love solving problems
• You’re comfortable working in English—Portuguese or Spanish are a plus
• Bonus: You have an eye for UI/UX and enjoy making interfaces intuitive and beautiful

🎁 What You’ll Get
• Mentorship from senior engineers and founders
• Hands-on experience in a high-paced, product-driven startup
• Flexible schedule and remote-friendly culture
• Real impact—your code will be in production, used by real people
• Potential to join full-time after the internship

🎯 Ready to build the future of social shopping?
Apply now and let’s build something amazing together.

Sales intern at a remote-first e-commerce startup

About the Company
This ecommerce startup is a pioneering Portuguese company on a bold mission to become the leading Global Social Shopping Network. It empowers users by recognizing and rewarding their influence within their community—boosting purchasing power while fostering personal brand growth. Users earn rewards for sharing their authentic purchases and gain valuable insights by seeing what their friends and networks are buying.

Their 360° marketplace offers a wide range of products and services—from discovering a book to booking a restaurant or hotel stay—transforming everyday purchases into a truly social and engaging shopping experience.

Backed by one of Portugal’s largest pre-revenue funding rounds (€1.4M), this startup is supported by a team of seasoned professionals from top global marketplaces and is set to launch in Q2 2025.

About the Role
We’re looking for a high-potential intern who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow in a fast-paced marketplace environment. You will support the Hunting and Account Management team, prospecting sellers and helping them improve their presence and performance on the platform.

This is a hands-on internship where your work will directly contribute to seller growth, buyer experience, and overall business results.

What You’ll Do

Prospect potential sellers and conduct follow-ups to close deals
Assist in managing active sellers (catalogue updates, campaigns, data collection)
Follow up with sellers who have low engagement or incomplete onboarding
Help analyze seller and category performance (sales, NPS, campaigns)
Support the rollout of new features like Ads and Experiences
Join seller calls and manage follow-up tasks
Create and update support materials (FAQs, mini-guides, onboarding flows)

What You’ll Need

University student in Business, Economics, Marketing, or similar
Analytical mindset and strong problem-solving skills
Interest in ecommerce, marketplaces, or tech startups
Strong communication skills (you’ll be in contact with sellers)
Hands-on attitude, sense of ownership and responsibility
Comfortable with Excel/Google Sheets and organizing information
Fluency in English and Portuguese (both written and spoken); Spanish is a strong plus

What We Offer

A real opportunity to make an impact in a fast-growing startup
Mentorship and exposure to multiple areas of the business
A fast-paced, learning-driven environment where no day is the same
Remote-first working culture
Potential for a longer-term opportunity after the internship

This is your chance to lay the foundation for a high-growth company and make a significant impact.

Digital Marketing intern at a remote-first e-commerce startup

About the Company
This is the first social shopping network — a new kind of marketplace that’s social, transparent, and community-driven. Users are rewarded for sharing real opinions and honest reviews, helping others discover great products. Currently launching in Portugal and backed by €1.4M in funding, the platform is designed to put people, not ads, at the center of commerce.

The Role
We’re looking for a Marketing Intern to join at a key stage of growth. This role combines operational precision with creative thinking — from scheduling content and organizing assets to contributing to user engagement ideas and campaign flows. You’ll collaborate closely with the Head of Marketing and Marketing Coordinator and will have clear responsibilities and recurring tasks, but also the opportunity to take initiative, propose improvements, and grow within the team. If you’re structured, curious, and motivated to work in a real startup environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities
Social Media
● Create and adapt copy and design using brand tone
● Schedule and publish content across Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn
● Monitor post performance and recommend improvements
● Research trends and formats relevant to our audience

Community Engagement
● Respond to user interactions using pre-approved templates
● Suggest ways to increase user and seller activity on the platform (both in the marketplace and social wall)
● Support gamification campaigns, challenges, or referral incentives
● Report user insights and community feedback

CRM & Email
● Maintain and segment contact lists
● Assist in creating and reviewing email flows
● Map retention or reactivation journeys and triggers based on user behavior

Content & Campaigns
● Write, upload, and format blog articles in WordPress
● Apply SEO metadata, internal linking, and basic layout standards
● Check for outdated content and broken links
● Support 360° campaigns like influencers, PR, or ads

Research & Insights
● Analyze what other brands are doing (and how we can do it better)
● Build collections of references (hashtags, campaigns, visuals, etc.)
● Keep an eye on what moves Millennials and Gen Z and what formats resonate with them

What We’re Looking For
● Final-year student or recent graduate in Marketing, Communications, or Business
● Fluent with good writing skills in English. Portuguese and/or Spanish are a huge plus
● A curious, organized doer who wants to leave their mark on a real project
● Bonus: you enjoy thinking about creators, marketplaces, or community-driven products

What You’ll Gain
● Practical experience in a 360° marketing environment
● A front-row seat to a product launch and real-time growth strategies
● Ownership of meaningful tasks that go beyond “just helping” (with team support)
● Space to test and iterate
● Exposure to tools like WordPress, Notion, Posthog, Google Analytics
● Mentoring from a Head of Marketing with over 15 years of experience
● Possibility of a longer-term opportunity after the internship

Sales Development Representative Intern at an AI startup

Company Overview
We are a forward-thinking tech startup, founded by experienced technology, security, and design specialists with four previous exits. Disturbed by the lack of trust in traditional messaging platforms — especially for businesses — we built a new standard: one where users control their data, not platform owners.

Our tool empowers businesses and individuals to communicate securely and privately, whether sharing sensitive documents or personal media. Beyond industry-standard end-to-end encryption and geofencing, we are the only app of our kind to feature continuous facial recognition — verifying not just the device, but the person using it.

About the Role
We are looking for a Sales Intern who is passionate about business, driven by details, and unafraid of challenge. You will work directly with our Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) and leadership team to support the development and execution of our sales strategy — optimizing processes, identifying new opportunities, and embedding AI-driven tools that enhance our go-to-market activities.

We are building a high-performance team, and we need tenacious individuals: typical leaders among their peers — not reckless mavericks, but courageous, focused operators who can lead a pack while executing on a plan.

If you thrive under pressure, want real responsibility, and are excited by the intersection of AI, business, and sales innovation, this is your chance.

Key Responsibilities

Support the design and execution of our sales strategy, integrating AI-driven tools and systems.
Research and evaluate AI-based CRM and sales optimization tools to drive lead generation and conversion.
Help implement a fully integrated AI CRM, connecting our website and other systems to unlock new business opportunities from every engagement.
Analyze sales processes and propose improvements to enhance efficiency, consistency, and performance.
Work closely with senior leadership to test, refine, and scale new sales initiatives.
Monitor and report on key performance indicators to track the impact of new strategies.

Ideal Profile

Highly motivated, with a passion for business, sales, and entrepreneurship.
Sharp attention to detail, and the courage to challenge ideas constructively.
A natural leader — someone others follow — but able to work within a clear framework and plan.
Analytical mindset with the ability to spot patterns, solve problems, and deliver insights.
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving startup environment.
Strong communicator, able to work effectively with senior stakeholders.

Internship Details

Duration: 6 months
Location: Remote (preferably UK or Portugal, GMT time zone), with the possibility of working onsite in Portugal.
Compensation: Paid — details to be discussed during interviews

This is not just another internship. It’s an opportunity to build real-world skills, take ownership of meaningful work, and contribute to a mission-driven team reshaping how businesses communicate. If you have the passion, resilience, and drive to lead and execute, we want to hear from you.

Design intern at an AI startup

Company Overview
We are a forward-thinking tech startup, founded by experienced technology, security, and design specialists with four successful exits. Disturbed by the lack of trust in traditional messaging platforms — especially for businesses — we built a new standard: one where users control their data, not platform owners.

About the Role
We are looking for a Design Intern who is a creative powerhouse with the discipline to manage and uphold brand standards across a wide range of outputs. You will play a critical role in creating visual assets for our product UI, marketing materials, sales presentations, and social media, working in both static and video formats.

We need individuals with sharp attention to detail, passion for design and business, and the courage to drive high standards consistently. The right person will be a natural leader — confident in their creative instincts but able to operate within strategic brand guidelines and collaborate with a broader team.

If you are passionate about creating impactful visuals that enhance user experiences and tell compelling brand stories, this opportunity is for you.

Key Responsibilities

Produce high-quality UI/UX designs, graphics, and marketing assets across multiple platforms.
Create static and video content for sales presentations, product applications, and online channels.
Maintain and evolve brand guidelines, ensuring consistency across all internal and external communications.
Work with leadership and the sales team to translate business needs into clean, engaging design solutions.
Utilize tools like Figma, Canva, and AI-based design platforms to accelerate creative production.
Contribute to the overall visual identity of the company, offering ideas that enhance brand perception and user engagement.
Manage multiple design projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Ideal Profile

Strong graphic design skills, with a portfolio that shows a disciplined approach to brand management and creativity.
Proficient with Figma, Canva, and AI-generated imagery tools.
Skilled at both static and video content creation.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize and manage deadlines effectively.
Courageous and confident — willing to lead visual projects but able to align with the broader business vision.
Passionate about building a brand from the ground up within a tech-driven startup.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Internship Details

Duration: 6 months
Location: Remote (preferably UK or Portugal, GMT time zone), with the possibility of working onsite in Portugal.
Compensation: Paid — details to be discussed during interviews

This is more than a design internship — it’s a chance to shape the visual identity of a cutting-edge company, working alongside seasoned professionals in technology, security, and business. If you are ready to take on real responsibility, lead visually, and push creative boundaries, we’d love to hear from you.

AI / Machine Learning intern

Company Overview
We are a forward-thinking tech startup, founded by experienced technology, security, and design specialists with four successful exits. Frustrated by the lack of trust in traditional messaging platforms — particularly in business communications — we created a new standard: a platform where users retain full control of their data, not the platform owner.

Our product empowers businesses and individuals to communicate securely and privately, with industry-leading innovations such as end-to-end encryption, geofencing, and continuous facial recognition — verifying not just the device but the actual person engaging with it.

About the Role
We are looking for a Technology Intern with a strong academic background and passion for machine learning, computer vision, and advanced biometric systems. You will work directly with our senior technology team on projects that enhance and extend our platform’s capabilities, particularly around biometric authentication and object recognition using machine learning.

We are looking for tenacious individuals with an eye for detail, a deep love for technology, and the courage to push new ideas forward. Ideal candidates are the ones who often lead technical projects among their peers — bold, innovative, yet able to work within a focused plan to drive real results.

If you’re excited about building AI and machine learning solutions in a security-first environment, and want to work on cutting-edge real-world applications, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Research and develop machine learning models for biometric authentication (facial recognition, object identification).
Explore and experiment with frameworks such as TensorFlow and other modern ML libraries.
Support the optimization and integration of AI/ML models into real-time mobile and desktop applications.
Collaborate with engineering and design teams to deliver practical, scalable technology solutions.
Analyze system performance and model accuracy; recommend improvements based on findings.
Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies in AI, computer vision, and cybersecurity.

Ideal Profile

Postgraduate or final-year graduate student specializing in Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, or related fields.
Experience working with TensorFlow and familiarity with other ML frameworks.
Strong interest in biometric systems, object identification, and applied AI.
Analytical mindset, highly detail-oriented, and motivated to solve complex problems.
Courageous in proposing new solutions and rigorous in evaluating them.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, startup environment where innovation is constant.
Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Internship Details

Duration: 6 months
Location: Remote (preferably UK or Portugal, GMT time zone), with the possibility of working onsite in Portugal.
Compensation: Paid — details to be discussed during interviews

This is not a theoretical exercise — it’s an opportunity to apply your knowledge of machine learning and biometrics to real-world, high-impact problems in a company that’s redefining secure communication. If you have the ambition, resilience, and technical ability to lead at the cutting edge, we look forward to hearing from you.

GTM Strategy Intern

Company Overview

A forward-thinking tech startup was founded by a team of experienced technology, security and design specialists with four previous exits. Disturbed by the lack of trust in existing messaging platforms – particularly in a business setting -they developed their own, packed with features that place control into the hands of the user, and not the platform owner.

Our tool is available for business and individual users who want to know that the messages, files and media they share are secure, private, and only being viewed by the intended recipient, whether that’s a private picture or sensitive documents. As well as end-to-end encryption and geofencing features, we’re the only app of our kind to use continuous facial recognition to verify not just the device, but the person looking at it.

We are looking for GTM Strategy intern to help define and deliver our sales strategy.

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity for a driven and analytical intern to gain hands-on experience in GTM strategy, sales optimization, and AI-driven business solutions. The focus will be on integrating AI into sales and marketing strategies, improving processes, and identifying new opportunities for automation and efficiency. If you’re passionate about AI, sales, and bringing fresh ideas to the table, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

Support the development and execution of an AI-powered GTM strategy.
Research and analyze AI-driven sales tools to enhance business growth.
Identify opportunities to improve sales processes and operational efficiency through AI.
Implement a fully integrated AI based CRM system into the company website and other company systems to create business opportunity from web site enquiry and other engagement.
Work closely with the leadership team to test and implement new AI-driven approaches.
Working closely with the CRO.

Ideal Profile

Passionate about AI, sales, and go-to-market strategy.
Analytical mindset with a keen interest in business growth and process improvement.
Creative thinker who can bring fresh driven insights.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with senior professionals.

Internship Details

Duration: 6 months.
Location: Remote, preferably UK or Portugal (GMT time zone), possibility of working in Portugal at head office
Compensation: Paid, to be discussed during interviews.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain real-world experience in AI-driven GTM strategy while working alongside experienced professionals. If you’re eager to learn, innovate, and contribute to AI-powered sales growth, we’d love to hear from you!

Community Management Intern

Company Overview

We are a curated network of ambitious professionals who excel in making things happen. We’re revolutionizing networking by creating a vibrant community that connects like-minded individuals, fostering meaningful connections and opportunities. Focused on elevating the value and impact of professional networks, we bring innovative approaches to help our members thrive. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organization dedicated to reimagining how professionals engage, collaborate, and succeed.

Community Management Intern

Key Responsibilities:

Engage with community members to foster connections and ensure an exceptional member experience.
Deep strategic analysis across countries to understand how to move the network forward strategically
Support the planning and execution of events and initiatives designed to strengthen the network.
Manage and grow online presence by creating engaging content for social media and newsletters.
Collect feedback from members and propose actionable improvements to enhance community value.
Collaborate with the team to identify and onboard new members who align with vision.
Monitor community activity and provide insights to drive meaningful engagement and participation.

Ideal Profile:

Highly communicative and personable, with a passion for building relationships and connecting people.
Good eye for detail and market research
Creative thinker with experience in social media management and content creation.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Proactive, adaptable, and eager to take initiative in a growing and dynamic organization.
Interest in professional networking, events, and community building.

Location:

This is a fully remote position

Compensation:

This is an unpaid internship.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of community engagement and professional development, contributing directly to the growth and impact of a network of top-tier professionals. If you’re enthusiastic about creating meaningful connections and making a tangible difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Digital Marketing Intern

Company Overview

OtiTest is an innovative medical technology company specializing in clinical evaluation and regulatory advancements for cutting-edge medical software. Based in Porto, OtiTest is focused on improving connectivity between medical software systems while expanding its reach into the U.S. market. With a small yet highly skilled team of engineers and support from a diverse advisory board, OtiTest is dedicated to transforming the future of healthcare through technology. As the company grows, we are offering exciting internship opportunities for driven individuals passionate about software development, engineering, and digital marketing.

Digital Marketing Intern

Key Responsibilities:

Manage OtiTest’s social media channels, creating engaging content and campaigns to increase visibility.
Develop and execute a digital marketing strategy tailored for the U.S. market, focusing on SEO, trends, and analytics.
Utilize Google Analytics and other tools to track performance and improve marketing initiatives.
Assist with content creation, blog posts, and communications that align with brand voice and regulatory standards.
Research market trends to drive creative and data-driven marketing strategies.

Ideal Profile:

Background in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
Experience with SEO, Google Analytics, and social media management.
Creative thinker with excellent writing and analytical skills.
Passion for digital marketing and healthcare innovation.

Location:

Hybrid or based in Porto preferred.

Salary:

Paid role, with compensation discussed during the interview

These internships offer the chance to work in a startup environment alongside industry experts, gain hands-on experience in a rapidly evolving field, and make a meaningful impact on healthcare innovation. Join OtiTest and help shape the future of connected medical software!

Software Engineering Intern

Company Overview

Otitest is an innovative medical technology company specializing in clinical evaluation and regulatory advancements for cutting-edge medical software. Based in Porto, Otitest is focused on improving connectivity between medical software systems while expanding its reach into the U.S. market. With a small yet highly skilled team of engineers and support from a diverse advisory board, Otitest is dedicated to transforming the future of healthcare through technology. As the company grows, we are offering exciting internship opportunities for driven individuals passionate about software development, engineering, and digital marketing.

Software Engineering Intern

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with the CTO to design, develop, and implement software solutions, focusing on Python and React.
Work on integrating connectivity features with other medical software systems to ensure seamless interoperability.
Assist in refining the architecture and developing tools that meet regulatory standards.
Support the evaluation and testing of clinical software applications to ensure compliance and functionality.
Contribute to building a robust, scalable codebase while troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.

Ideal Profile:

Background in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Proficiency or interest in learning React and Python.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Interest in health tech or experience with medical software is a plus.

Location:

Open to remote or hybrid; based in Porto preferred.

Salary:

Paid role, with compensation discussed during the interview.

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