Growth and Partnerships Intern - for Startup in Sydney, Australia

Operations Intern - Growing Sustainable Vintage Marketplace

About Client:

• Our client is building the “future of sustainable homes” through a growing online platform for carefully curated pre-loved, vintage, and antique furniture and home decor in Australia.
• They redefine the furniture shopping experience through an elevated marketplace for buyers to discover and purchase one-of-a-kind pieces, while offering sellers an attractive platform to showcase and sell their inventory.
• They aim to create a space where passionate collectors, designers, and vintage enthusiasts can appreciate, and purchase unique pieces for their homes, all while promoting sustainability and reducing waste in the furniture space.

About Role:

As a Growth & Partnernships Intern, you will play a key role in expanding our client's seller community and supporting day-to-day growth of the marketplace. You will identify and reach out to potential sellers, introduce them to our client's platform, and guide them through the onboarding process. You will also support sellers in presenting their inventory in a way that appeals to design-conscious buyers, while ensuring listings meet platform quality standards. This role is ideal for someone with strong communication skills, excellent written and spoken English, and an interest in startups, marketplaces, sales, operations, and sustainable design.

Key Responsibilities:

Seller Outreach & Partnerships:

• Identify and reach out to potential sellers, including vintage stores, furniture dealers, collectors, and independent sellers.
• Build and maintain relationships with prospective sellers and introduce them to Bazaa's marketplace.
• Support seller acquisiton and onboarding to grow the platform's seller base.

Onboarding & Support

• Guide sellers through the onboarding process and assist them with setting up their profiles and listings.
• Help sellers upload and present their inventory in a way that appeals to design-conscious buyers.
• Provide ongoing support to ensure a smooth and high-quality seller experience.

Quality Control & Marketplace Operations:

• Review product listings and conduct quality checks to ensure listings meet Bazaa's standards
• Monitor seller activity and assist in resolving operational issues where needed.
• Help maintain a seamless experience for both buyers and sellers across the platform.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with founders, strategy and operations team, and partnerships lead to support marketplace growth.
• Share insights from seller interactions to help improve onboarding, listings, and overall platform experience.

About You:

• Excellent written and spoken English
• Strong communication and interpersonal Skills
• Confident reaching out to new people and building relationships
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills
• Interest in startups, marketplaces, Interior design, vintage furniture, or sustainability
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, early stage environment and taking initiative

More Information:

• Duration: 6 months
• Type: Part time (approx. 3 days/week), full-time considered
• Start Date: ASAP
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid
• Location: Sydney CBD, Australia
• Monthly Allowance Provided