EU Grants Outreach & Partnerships Intern in Leeds

Location: Bali, Indonesia (On-site only)

Compensation: Unpaid Internship (with potential for full-time transition)

Role Overview

Join our Zero-X project in Bali and be part of our global expansion in commercial execution, EU funding, and deep-tech R&D. To accelerate the EU grant process, we need someone who can manage our outreach efforts and build a network of consortium partners. This role is critical in increasing funding velocity. This role offers significant international exposure, working with a diverse team on projects with a global footprint.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactive outreach to potential consortium partners
• Maintain the funding pipeline and track relevant calls
• Drive partner onboarding and MoUs
• Ensure speed from opportunity identification to submission
• Identify and contact potential partners for EU grants
• Track open funding calls and coordinate submissions
• Stakeholder communication: Build trust with research institutions, SMEs, corporates, and public bodies across countries and cultures.
• Relationship building: Develop and maintain long-term partnerships beyond a single grant call.
• Persuasion & negotiation: Align different partner interests into a coherent, fundable consortium.
• Strategic thinking: Identify which calls, partners, and projects are worth pursuing.
• Coordination & ownership: Drive multiple partners, inputs, and deadlines without formal authority.
• Attention to detail under pressure: Maintain accuracy and compliance while working against hard submission deadlines.
• Resilience & follow-through: Handle rejections, delays, and slow responses without losing momentum.

What We’re Looking For

• Can-do Attitude: You have a proactive mindset and an entrepreneurial spirit. You are self-driven and can thrive in fast-paced work environments.
• Ambitious: You are highly adaptive and curious, and motivated to learn new skills.
• Learning Agility: You are committed to continuous learning, adapting in dynamic environments, and tackling problems head-on.
• AI Tech-savvy: You have prior experience in leveraging AI to accelerate workflows.
• Collaborative: You are able to work both independently and in a team.
• International: You have a global mindset and can work in a diverse team.

What We Offer

This internship provides direct exposure to a fast-paced, high-growth environment where you can make a tangible impact. You will gain invaluable international experience, build a global network, and develop skills that are critical for a career in the tech and sustainability sectors. Our team provides support in settling into Bali, and you will be part of a vibrant community of entrepreneurs and innovators.

Important Note

This is an unpaid internship. We do not cover accommodation, visa, or flights. What we offer is the opportunity to build practical skills, free lunch, work on real business challenges, and gain experience in a high-growth environment.

Relocation: Mandatory relocation to Bali, Indonesia. No remote options available.

Start Date: ASAP

We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the listed requirements. We value diverse experiences and are open to candidates who are eager to grow and contribute to our team.