Business Development Intern

About the job

Do you want to dive in the fast-growing industry of drones and get a rewarding experience in a dynamic scale up environment? 

At Flyability, we believe that robots should be sent into hazardous places and dangerous situations instead of humans. To support our belief, we created Elios, the world’s first collision-tolerant flying robot that for the first time allows remote entry to complex and indoor spaces. With more than 100 employees, Flyability is the pioneer in the UAV indoor inspection industry. Joining Flyability is not just taking on a new job, it is seizing the opportunity to improve the life of millions of people and build the future of robotics.

To complete our creative and dynamic team in Lausanne, we are seeking a 

Business Development Intern (100%, 6 months)

Starting date: 1st April 2026

Your role:

As a Business Development Intern, you will support the EMEA Sales team in identifying new business opportunities across strategic, high-value market segments. You will help uncover prospects that are traditionally difficult to reach through standard digital channels.

Reporting to the EMEA Sales Director, you will be working closely with Area Sales Managers, to define the most effective outreach strategies — from messaging and content to communication channels — targeting key decision-makers across sectors such as mining, power generation, infrastructure, or oil & gas.

Your mission is to open the door to new opportunities for the sales team and contribute directly to accelerating Flyability’s growth in promising segments.

What you will own: 

• Conduct proactive outreach through a mix of social media engagement, cold calling, and email efforts.
• Qualify leads and transfer relevant opportunities to the appropriate Area Sales Manager.
• Track, analyze, and report the performance of outbound activities to the Sales Director.
• Collaborate with Area Sales Managers and the Regional Marketing Manager to determine optimal content, channels, and audiences for outbound campaigns.
• Suggest improvements and new approaches based on campaign results, including how AI can enhance Flyability’s outbound strategy.
• Occasionally support Area Sales Managers as needed, including travel when required.

Your profile:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business or Marketing.
• Fluent in English (additional European or Arabic languages are a strong asset).
• Resilient, adaptable, and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and comfort working with data and performance metrics.
• Proactive, team-oriented, and enthusiastic problem-solver.
• Solid understanding of social media platforms, especially LinkedIn.
• Salesforce knowledge or CRM experience is a strong asset.
• Interest in technology, drones, robotics, or industrial innovation is highly valued

Perks & Benefits You'll Love:

• Enjoy 10 vacation days, plus all public holidays to recharge and explore
• Stay secure with comprehensive accident insurance covering medical treatments and hospitalization
• Work your way with flexible schedules 
• Boost your well-being with discounts on gym memberships and sports events
• Connect with your team at exciting events like our ski weekend, summer barbecue, and after-work gatherings

… and so much more! Apply now to discover all we have to offer.

Flyability is a young Swiss company that values independent thinking combined with a collaborative spirit. Every day, you will have the opportunity to share your ideas and contribute to solving problems. We all work together, and each voice is important to move forward.

Ready to join?

We know the confidence gap and impostor syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply —regardless of your past experience or resume, we'd love to hear from you.