Business Development Intern (Kochi)

Company: Nearwala (A NearPay Innovations Private Limited Venture)

Location: Kochi, Kerala

Duration: 1 to 3 months

About Nearwala

Nearwala is a hyper-local shopping aggregator platform that connects users with nearby local shops, offering assured cash discounts on every purchase. Our mission is to empower local merchants and create a win-win situation for both users and businesses by promoting local commerce. We are looking for passionate and driven individuals to join our team in Kochi to help us expand our network of partnered businesses.

Role and Responsibilities

As a Business Development Intern, you will be on the front lines of our growth in the Kochi market. You will be responsible for:

• Market Research: Conducting thorough market research to identify potential local businesses (retailers, restaurants, service providers, etc.) in Kochi that align with Nearwala's platform.
• Lead Generation & Prospecting: Actively identifying and generating leads for new merchant partners through physical visits, phone calls, and other outreach methods.
• Merchant Onboarding: Approaching prospective merchants, presenting the value proposition of Nearwala, and successfully onboarding them onto our platform.
• Relationship Management: Building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with new and existing merchant partners to ensure their continued satisfaction and engagement.
• Sales & Negotiation: Negotiating partnership terms and contracts with merchants, and closing deals to meet and exceed targets.
• Brand Promotion: Acting as a brand ambassador for Nearwala, promoting the app and its benefits to both merchants and the local community.
• Reporting: Maintaining accurate records of all sales activities, merchant interactions, and progress reports.
• Collaboration: Working closely with the marketing and operations teams to ensure a smooth onboarding process and to support promotional campaigns.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Management, or a related field.
• Strong interest in business development and sales, with a desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in both English and Malayalam.
• A proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Stipend: A competitive monthly stipend will be provided.
• Accommodation: Accommodation will be provided to interns.
• Certificate of Internship: Upon successful completion of the internship, you will receive a certificate recognizing your contributions.
• Hands-on Experience: Gain invaluable real-world experience in business development and sales at a growing startup.
• Networking: Opportunity to build a professional network with local business owners and industry professionals.
• Career Growth: High-performing interns may be considered for a full-time position upon completion of the internship.
• Mentorship: Receive guidance and mentorship from experienced business development professionals.

Job Type: Internship
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: ₹5,000.00 per month

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• This is for an outdoor marketing program. Apply only if you're interested.

Work Location: In person