# Deel Backs AI Matchmaking Job Startup Intch Secures $1.2M With Over 500K Users
_Today, US-based startup Intch has pivoted to become the first AI-powered platform dedicated to connecting top professionals with businesses for part-time rol..._
**Published:** 2024-12-04
**Source:** https://www.startuphub.ai/ai-news/funding-round/2024/deel-backs-ai-matchmaking-job-startup-intch-secures-12m-with-over-500k-users
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Today, US-based startup [Intch](https://intch.org/) has pivoted to become the first AI-powered platform dedicated to connecting top professionals with businesses for part-time roles. This strategic move sets Intch apart from platforms like LinkedIn or Upwork, which predominantly cater to freelance gigs and full-time roles, but seldom address the specific needs of senior-level part-time talent.

The startup’s innovative platform is designed to help small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) access high-quality talent at a fraction of the cost of full-time hires. Supported by a $1.2 million pre-seed funding round led by AltaIR Capital and a partnership with [Deel](https://get.deel.com/zea6l87skceb), the platform leverages AI-driven matchmaking to bridge the gap between skilled professionals and businesses seeking flexible staffing solutions.

With a user base exceeding 500,000 across more than 140 countries, Intch is addressing a growing demand for remote and flexible work arrangements. The platform’s technology enables SMBs to quickly connect with experienced part-time specialists and streamlines communication to facilitate seamless project discussions.

"SMBs have been struggling to compete with larger companies for top talent, especially with rising full-time salaries," said Yakov Filippenko, Founder and CEO. "[Intch] offers a solution by providing access to flexible, skilled professionals at a fraction of the cost. Unlike freelancers who rely on one-time gigs, part-time specialists seeking for mid-term projects,   66% of which list finding work as their biggest challenge, are ideal for many businesses. Yet, finding them is difficult, as most platforms don’t focus on connecting SMBs with part-time professionals, complicating the search for flexible, skilled talent.
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Original analysis from [startuphub.ai](https://www.startuphub.ai), the #1 AI startup directory.