Refer.IO ยท 2 months ago
AI Business Development Trainee (Portland) - Structured Career Pivot
Refer.IO is offering an opportunity for individuals looking to transition into a high-earning career in AI. The AI Business Development Trainee role focuses on leveraging relationship-building skills to connect local businesses with AI solutions, with comprehensive training and mentorship provided.
Human Resources
Responsibilities
Your daily work involves meeting business owners in the Portland area, asking insightful questions to understand their challenges, and introducing them to the potential of AI
You succeed by being curious, coachable, and consistently following our proven, step-by-step process
You are a student of business, a community interviewer, and a process guide all in one
You find the opportunities, identify the need, and introduce the solution-which our expert team then delivers
You start your day with a check-in with your mentor, reviewing your "Core Loop" strategy for the day: having 5+ conversations about AI with local business owners
You then use our content templates to post your learning insights on LinkedIn, building your personal brand under guidance
You attend a local networking event, like a chamber of commerce meeting or a tech meetup, with a senior team member
You learn our "Event-to-Gamma" strategy by watching it in action and practicing your pitch in a low-pressure environment
You assist in hosting the casual Weekly AI Meetup for the Portland community, gaining exposure and confidence in a supportive setting
Qualification
Required
Incredible people skills honed in fast-paced environments like retail, hospitality, or teaching
Drive and natural ability to connect with people
Relationship-building skills
Curiosity and coachability
Ability to follow a proven, step-by-step process
Transferable skill set: ability to connect, empathize, and communicate
Eager to learn and help people articulate their ideas or work through a problem
Benefits
Comprehensive Training
A Full Tech Stack
Marketing & Branding Assets
Direct Mentorship: Weekly coaching calls