Business Development Intern
2025-07-09T10:57:07+00:00
Octavia Carbon
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Information Technology
Management
2025-07-23T17:00:00+00:00
Kenya
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Business Development Intern at Octavia Carbon
About Octavia Carbon:
Octavia Carbon is a pioneering Direct Air Capture (DAC) startup committed to addressing the global climate crisis through carbon removal technologies. Our mission is to reverse climate change in Kenya using cutting-edge climate tech. As we embark on this transformative journey, we seek a talented Technical Writer to join our team and help shape the narrative of our groundbreaking efforts.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic Business Development Intern to join us as an intern and take on a crucial role in communicating the technical aspects of our DAC technology, projects, and goals. As a member of the commercialization team at Octavia Carbon, you will work closely with our technical teams to translate complex concepts into clear, engaging, and compelling written content. Your contributions will support effective due diligence processes and applications, including grants and accelerator applications. For your application to be considered, your resume should accompany the writing assignment below.
This internship offers a unique opportunity to grow within the organization. Based on performance, the role has the potential to transition into a permanent position where you can further contribute to shaping Octavia Carbon’s growth and impact in the carbon removal sector.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Writing (70%)
- Collaborate with the technical and commercialization team to comprehend and communicate complex DAC technology, research, and developments.
- Create well-structured, concise, and accurate content for due diligence documents, grant applications, accelerator applications, and other relevant materials.
- Ensure that technical information is communicated in an accessible manner to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Write compelling narratives highlighting Octavia Carbon's innovation and differentiation in the carbon removal sector.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary information and insights for various writing assignments.
Commercialization Support (30%)
- Assist in identifying and evaluating commercial partnerships and funding opportunities.
- Support the preparation of investor, partner, and stakeholder decks.
- Help maintain CRM systems and business development pipelines.
- Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform strategic decisions.
Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (preferred but not required).
- Proven experience in technical writing, with demonstrated ability to simplify complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.
- Detail-oriented mindset and commitment to accuracy and clarity in written communication.
- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
- Proficiency in using various tools and platforms for collaboration and document creation.
- Proactive and adaptable, with a self-starter mindset and eagerness to take on evolving responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Duration:This is a 3-month internship opportunity that may lead to a full-time position with a revised salary offer based on your performance.
Assignment
Accelerator Application Vision Statement
You are applying to a prestigious global climate accelerator.
Write a 500-word vision statement that communicates:
- What problem Octavia Carbon is solving and why it matters
- How our DAC technology offers a transformative solution
- Our long-term vision for climate and industrial impact in the Global South
- Why is now the right time to scale Octavia Carbon
Resources: Please refer to our website to better understand our technology and goals.
Collaborate with the technical and commercialization team to comprehend and communicate complex DAC technology, research, and developments. Create well-structured, concise, and accurate content for due diligence documents, grant applications, accelerator applications, and other relevant materials. Ensure that technical information is communicated in an accessible manner to both technical and non-technical audiences. Write compelling narratives highlighting Octavia Carbon's innovation and differentiation in the carbon removal sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary information and insights for various writing assignments.
A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (preferred but not required). Proven experience in technical writing, with demonstrated ability to simplify complex technical concepts for diverse audiences. Detail-oriented mindset and commitment to accuracy and clarity in written communication. Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines. Proficiency in using various tools and platforms for collaboration and document creation. Proactive and adaptable, with a self-starter mindset and eagerness to take on evolving responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
No Requirements
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Vacancy title:
Business Development Intern
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Information Technology, Category: Management]
Jobs at:
Octavia Carbon
Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, July 23 2025
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi | Kenya
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, July 9 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Business Development Intern at Octavia Carbon
About Octavia Carbon:
Octavia Carbon is a pioneering Direct Air Capture (DAC) startup committed to addressing the global climate crisis through carbon removal technologies. Our mission is to reverse climate change in Kenya using cutting-edge climate tech. As we embark on this transformative journey, we seek a talented Technical Writer to join our team and help shape the narrative of our groundbreaking efforts.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic Business Development Intern to join us as an intern and take on a crucial role in communicating the technical aspects of our DAC technology, projects, and goals. As a member of the commercialization team at Octavia Carbon, you will work closely with our technical teams to translate complex concepts into clear, engaging, and compelling written content. Your contributions will support effective due diligence processes and applications, including grants and accelerator applications. For your application to be considered, your resume should accompany the writing assignment below.
This internship offers a unique opportunity to grow within the organization. Based on performance, the role has the potential to transition into a permanent position where you can further contribute to shaping Octavia Carbon’s growth and impact in the carbon removal sector.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Writing (70%)
- Collaborate with the technical and commercialization team to comprehend and communicate complex DAC technology, research, and developments.
- Create well-structured, concise, and accurate content for due diligence documents, grant applications, accelerator applications, and other relevant materials.
- Ensure that technical information is communicated in an accessible manner to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Write compelling narratives highlighting Octavia Carbon's innovation and differentiation in the carbon removal sector.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary information and insights for various writing assignments.
Commercialization Support (30%)
- Assist in identifying and evaluating commercial partnerships and funding opportunities.
- Support the preparation of investor, partner, and stakeholder decks.
- Help maintain CRM systems and business development pipelines.
- Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform strategic decisions.
Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (preferred but not required).
- Proven experience in technical writing, with demonstrated ability to simplify complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.
- Detail-oriented mindset and commitment to accuracy and clarity in written communication.
- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
- Proficiency in using various tools and platforms for collaboration and document creation.
- Proactive and adaptable, with a self-starter mindset and eagerness to take on evolving responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Duration:This is a 3-month internship opportunity that may lead to a full-time position with a revised salary offer based on your performance.
Assignment
Accelerator Application Vision Statement
You are applying to a prestigious global climate accelerator.
Write a 500-word vision statement that communicates:
- What problem Octavia Carbon is solving and why it matters
- How our DAC technology offers a transformative solution
- Our long-term vision for climate and industrial impact in the Global South
- Why is now the right time to scale Octavia Carbon
Resources: Please refer to our website to better understand our technology and goals.
Work Hours: 8
Experience: No Requirements
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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