Placement Matching Specialist

About Virtual Internships
We're on a mission to create a world where internships are guaranteed for all. We ensure learners have access to remote internship opportunities at innovative companies worldwide, regardless of their background, major, location, or career field choice. Our clients include universities, governments, foundations, and online education institutions.

• $14.3million Series A fundraise announced in September 2022, with investors including Hambro Perks, Sequoia India & Surge, Arsenal Growth, Kaplan, and Ascend Vietnam Ventures
• Ranked 20th out of 13,000 organizations to "Escape To in 2023"Featured as a Top 100 EdTech Startup by HolonIQ in 2021, 2022, and 2023
• Rated as a Top 50 Rising Startup by Tech in Asia in 2022
• Remote-first with 100+ employees across 20+ countries globally
• B2B EdTech product, trusted by 100+ universities, 10,000+ interns, and 14,000+ companies

One of the core values at VI is transparency. Therefore feel free to "try before you apply" by visiting our VI-P Guide, which includes our values, how we operate, how we build our packages, and a few other snippets of who we are

Your Role
Join the fast-paced, rapidly expanding Placements Team at Virtual Internships, where we're guaranteeing remote internships for students worldwide. As a Placement Matching Specialist, your mission is to match interns with global companies by using creativity, persuasion, and relentless drive.

Whether you're already in an SDR, BDR, Sales Rep or recruitment role, or even looking for a career switch from another field, this is your chance to make a real impact in a rapidly growing team.

The role will start as a
3-month full-time contract role
, with potential to become permanent dependent on performance.

What You'll Be Doing

• Securing global opportunities by placing interns with innovative companies across industries and time zones.
• Leading the conversation in virtual meetings to present our interns and highlight the value of our internship programs.
• Building lasting partnerships by advising companies on intern selection and supporting them throughout the process.
• Sourcing smart through LinkedIn, cold outreach, creative networking, and any method that gets results.
• Keeping placements on track by managing key administrative steps to ensure a smooth and efficient process.
• (P.S. The secret password is "moo"—you'll need it later)

Why You'll Love This Role

• Global Impact: You'll work with interns from 100+ countries and companies from 75+ countries, expanding your cultural awareness and adaptability.
• Endless Opportunities: Every day is different—you could be speaking with CEOs from France, syncing with colleagues in South Africa, and sourcing companies in India, all in one day.
• Networking: Build your global network by working with founders, C-level decision-makers, and inspiring leaders across various industries.
• Rapid Growth: Be part of a fast-growing team that's scaling rapidly to meet the demand for remote internships worldwide.

Who We're Looking For
Your Attributes
We're Looking For a Powerful Mix Of The Self-Starter, The Persuader, And The Global Citizen — Rolled Into One Placement Matching Specialist. Here's How You'll Know You're The Right Fit

• You own the outcome: You don't wait to be told what to do — you take initiative, navigate ambiguity, and find a way to get results. You're outcome-obsessed and don't shift blame.
• You level up fast: You seek feedback, ask smart questions, and are eager to improve. You don't need to have all the answers on Day 1 — but you make sure you're sharper by Day 10.
• You close the loop: You follow through with precision, push through setbacks, and go beyond the ask. You don't just complete tasks — you finish strong and make an impact.
• You stay cool under pressure: Deadlines, shifting priorities, and high volumes don't rattle you. You prioritize, adapt, and get it done without dropping the ball.
• You thrive in a global, remote team: You're comfortable with tech, culturally aware, and communicative — even across time zones. You know how to stay productive and connected without being micromanaged.

Your Experience
We know that great talent comes from all backgrounds. Ideally, you have:

• Fluency in English (you don't need to have an IELTS, but if you did, it would be 7.0+).
• 1-3 years of experience in recruitment, sales, or similar roles where persuasion is key.
• Experience working remotely or with global teams.
• A passion for technology and the ability to quickly learn and navigate new systems.
• A history of working in fast-paced environments with ambitious goals.
• Cultural awareness and adaptability, especially if you've studied, lived, or worked abroad.
• Proven ability to hustle, meet targets, and deliver results under pressure.

Skills
We're also
keen to hear from career switchers
with
strong written persuasion skills
. Whether you've honed these in
teaching
,
customer service
, or another fast-paced role, if you:

• Have a knack for crafting compelling messages
• Can influence others through your writing
• Are ready to bring your drive and adaptability into a new challenge

*Virtual Internships Perks and Benefits*

• Remote-First: All roles at VI are currently and will remain remote - flexibility to work from anywhere.
• Flexible Working Hours: Start earlier, leave earlier, take a shorter lunch, or leave later, it's totally up to you.
• Annual Leave: Wherever you are in the world, you'll get 25 days of paid annual leave per year, plus bank holidays and 5 sick days.
• Life Event Leave: There are moments in life where your life responsibility is a higher priority than work (e.g. moving house, your best friend getting married, your sister having a baby) therefore, you'll get 5 days of paid life-event leave to support these occasions. You also get a day off on your birthday. This is in addition to your Annual Leave.
• Flexible VIer Budget: You'll receive a flexible budget of $1,000 per year that you can use on but not limited to your work setup, personal wellness, or professional development.
• Tech: New joiners receive a budget for your company laptop depending on the role and location.

Equality & Diversity
Virtual Internships is an equal opportunity employer, committed to equality and diversity amongst both our employees and prospective applicants. We ensure all applicants are treated equally and fairly throughout our recruitment process.