Business Development Intern

Role Overview

Business Development Intern

Key Responsibilities

Market Research & Prospecting

• Research potential client segments, industries, and decision-makers to build targeted prospect lists.
• Analyse market trends and competitor activities to support strategic planning.
• Identify potential leads and gather relevant business information.

Outbound & Inbound Support

• Assist in conducting outreach through email, phone calls, and social media platforms.
• Initiate introductory interactions with prospects to spark interest in our services.
• Support the team in qualifying inbound leads and directing them to the appropriate sales channels.

Client Interaction Assistance

• Participate in client calls, demos, and presentations for learning and support.
• Help prepare meeting notes, follow-up emails, and basic sales collateral.
• Maintain a professional and customer-focused approach in all interactions.

Sales Operations & Documentation

• Update and maintain lead information, activity logs, and progress reports in the CRM.
• Assist in preparing proposals, pitch decks, and sales reports.
• Track key metrics such as outreach volume, responses, and meeting schedules.

Collaboration & Learning

• Work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Technical teams to understand offerings and customer needs.
• Share observations about customer behaviour, objections, and market patterns.
• Participate in training sessions to build skills in communication, sales tools, and industry knowledge.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong communication skills and a willingness to engage with new people.
• Enthusiastic, curious, and eager to take initiative and learn quickly.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.
• Interest in sales, business development, or the IT services industry.
• Basic familiarity with LinkedIn, CRM tools, or email platforms is a plus (training provided).
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, IT, or a related field.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in B2B sales, lead generation, and customer engagement.
• Exposure to real-world sales processes, tools, and enterprise technology solutions.
• Mentorship from experienced sales professionals and regular performance feedback.
• Internship certificate and recommendation letter upon successful completion.
• Potential opportunity for full-time employment based on performance.