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Business Development Intern (f/m/d)

Companyyuri GmbH
LocationMeckenbeuren
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 13, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Support the management team by creating slides, conducting market research, and preparing executive documents. Work on strategic projects and support day-to-day operational tasks.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
73
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Yuri is a space biotech company that uses the microgravity environment of space to develop and manufacture superior biotech products. The team of 30+ space engineers and biologists has worked on 20+ payloads for the International Space Station in collaboration with organizations like NASA, ESA, GSK, Charité Berlin. We develop modular bioreactors and incubators for cell cultures, protein crystals or plants and launch them for scientists around the world to the ISS and other spacecraft such as Sierra Nevada Dream Chaser or SpaceX Dragon. We also sell and rent devices to simulate microgravity on Earth, namely our Random Positioning Machine (RPM) and our Clinostat.
About the Role

WORKING AT YURI IS LIKE:


YOUR MISSION:

Make our management team more effective by supporting them on company strategy, investment pitches, business development, communication and other high-impact tasks.


YOUR TASKS:

  • Support the management team by creating slides, business modeling, investment opportunities, doing market research, planning meetings, preparing executive documents, etc.
  • Work on your own strategic projects, such as expanding to new countries or developing SOPs for our most important processes and products
  • Support strategic decisions of the management team by analyzing markets, competitors, technology, benchmarks, etc.
  • Support the management team in day-to-day operational tasks such as communication, slides, preparing important meetings, streamlining processes, etc.


WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:


  • Currently enrolled student in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Economics, Management, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Strategy, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable program

  • First practical experience (e.g. internships, working student roles, consulting projects, startups) is a plus

  • Rockstar skills in creating presentations and financial models, ideally with the support of AI tools

  • Strong people skills and the ability to manage a diverse set of stakeholders (founders, team members, investors, partners, etc.)

  • Deep empathy for customer and market needs

  • Structured way of working with the ability to prioritize tasks independently and execute them diligently

  • Fluent and confident communication in English; German is a plus

  • Your mindset:

    • You are self-motivated and proactive

    • You take full ownership of your work

    • You have a hands-on mentality and get things done

    • You are persistent and stay committed

    • You are extremely solution-oriented and resourceful

    • You think analytically

    • You act with empathy

    • You are a team player


WHY YURI:

Space & Biotech

  • Is there anything more exciting than the intersection of space and biotechnology?
    You'll be working - directly or indirectly - on projects that are sent to the International Space Station and other space platforms.

Flexible Work

  • We offer a flexible work environment with adjustable working hours and the option to work from home.

Location: Germany

  • Our office is located in one of the most beautiful regions in Europe - right by Lake Constance, with the Alps just under an hour away for hiking or skiing.
    You'll feel right at home in our cozy 600 m² loft office, complete with a spacious kitchen, foosball table, spikeball, and a well-stocked beer fridge (yes, beer and coffee are on us!).
    Weekly team cooking sessions and regular team events add some extra variety to your work life.

Technology That Fits You

  • Whether you're Team Mac or Team Windows, we'll help you find your perfect setup.
    And because modern technology also means sustainable mobility for us, you can charge your e-car, e-bike, or e-scooter for free at our office in Meckenbeuren.

Diversity & Inclusion

  • We care about each other and believe that a great workplace reflects the diversity of the world we live in.
    We value what makes you unique - your gender, background, sexuality, religion, or even your (secret) dislike of pineapple on pizza.

Sustainability & Impact

  • We offset the emissions from our rocket launches, business travel, and all other activities.
    On top of that, we also offset the private emissions of every team member.
    You’ll get one Impact Day per year to dedicate to social or environmental causes - whether that’s joining a climate protest or volunteering your time for a good cause.

Key Skills
Business DevelopmentMarket ResearchPresentation SkillsFinancial ModelingCommunicationAnalytical ThinkingProject ManagementStakeholder ManagementEmpathyStrategic ThinkingProblem SolvingTeam CollaborationSelf-MotivationProactivityOwnershipResourcefulness
Categories
Management & LeadershipConsultingScience & ResearchTechnologyEnvironmental & Sustainability
Benefits
Flexible WorkDiversity & InclusionSustainability & Impact