Strategy & Operations Intern (PAID)
What is Delhi Picklers
Delhi Picklers is one of the fastest-growing pickleball communities — 500+ members in 90 days, 200+ weekly players, and recently featured in the Times of India (National Edition). We're building more than a sports group : a community where fitness meets fun, people find belonging, and barriers to starting a new sport disappear.
We're now looking for a Strategy & Operations Intern to join us as we scale.
What You'll Do
Own & Scale Projects
- Take charge of new initiatives — from ideation to execution — with founder support.
- Build playbooks for expansion into new neighbourhoods and, eventually, cities.
- Ensure operational consistency and efficiency across multiple locations.
Revenue & Partnerships
Work with the revenue team to bring in sponsors for sessions, events, and leagues.Develop creative brand integrations that add value for both players and partners.Support the design of membership models, credit systems, and loyalty programmes.Deal-Making & Operations
Negotiate with venue owners to secure courts on favourable terms.Manage vendor relationships and optimise costs.Coordinate session logistics with coaches, partners, and players.Data & Insights
Track weekly metrics (attendance, revenue, repeat rate) and recommend improvements.Gather player feedback and convert insights into action.What We're Looking For
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills — can see both big picture and details.Confident in deal-making, negotiation, and relationship-building.Excellent written and verbal communication.Self-starter with high ownership; thrives in a fast-moving, startup environment.Passion for sports, fitness, or community-building is a big plus.What You'll Gain
Ownership : Run projects end-to-end with real responsibility.Mentorship : Work directly with the founders and leadership team.Network : Exposure to brands, venue owners, and partners.Impact : Help shape one of India's fastest-growing sports communities.Stipend & Perks
Competitive stipend + travel allowanceFree access to Delhi Picklers sessionsOpportunities to interact and network with top entrepreneurs in sports / sports-techBe part of the growth of Delhi Picklers and pickleball in IndiaHow to Apply
You can message me here or email to [HIDDEN TEXT] with your CV (or LinkedIn) + 3–4 lines on a project you're proud of.
Skills Required
Negotiation, Analytical Skills, Problem-solving