Budding entrepreneur to win Dragons’ Den star Steven Bartlett as an intern and £5,000 prize

Budding entrepreneurs have been given the chance for Dragons’ Den star Steven Bartlett to become their intern for a day.

eBay has launched its WINtern scheme which will also see the winner secure a £5,000 cash grant to enable them to bolster their company to the next level and put their plans into action.

For the chance to win, entrepreneurs have been invited share a 30 second video on TikTok using the hashtag #EBAYWINTERN detailing what their business is and how the Social Chain co-founder can help them step their company up to the next level.

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Mr Bartlett said: “I can’t wait to get stuck in with a new small business, I’m sure I’ve got lots to learn and I’m excited to be involved in inspiring and educating the next generation of entrepreneurial talent.

“It’s amazing to think how many people have set up their business on eBay as a side hustle and are now using it to make a living and I look forward to supporting a small business brimming with potential and to watch it grow and thrive.”

The competition is open for entries via TikTok until May 9 and the winner will be chosen by May 11.

An eBay statement said: “Steven will be getting stuck into all areas of the business, whether that be packing products to send out, brainstorming creative ideas, answering customer enquiry emails or even making the tea.

“He will be bringing his wealth of knowledge and experience to his new role and will be sharing his expert tips and advice for success in business, as well as offering guidance for how to grow the business and take it to the next stage.”