Business Development Intern

Business Development Intern – Digital Marketing Agency

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About S&J Advertising

S&J Advertising is a fast-growing social media and digital marketing agency working with brands across various industries.

This internship is designed for candidates who want real exposure, hands-on experience, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to business growth. Here, you will learn directly from the founder, handle real client interactions, and gain valuable skills that will help you build a strong career in the digital and business development domain.

What This Internship Offers (Benefits for Interns)

Practical Sales & Marketing Experience

You will learn how agencies acquire clients, prepare pitches, and close deals.

Direct Mentorship From the Founder

Learn communication, sales psychology, and business strategy firsthand.

Certificate + Letter of Recommendation

Professional documentation to strengthen your resume and future opportunities.

Performance-Based Incentives

Your efforts translate into direct rewards.

Full-Time Job Offer (PPO)

High-performing interns will be offered a permanent role with attractive benefits.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead Generation & Market Research

• Identify potential clients through LinkedIn, email, Instagram, startup communities, and industry research.
• Study market trends, competitors, and brand needs.
• Understand how social media and digital marketing services are positioned during pitches.

2. Client Communication & Pitching Support

• Assist in preparing proposals, presentations, pitch decks, and marketing documents.
• Join client meetings and learn pitching and requirement gathering.
• Support in scheduling calls, maintaining communication, and follow-ups.

3. Sales Learning & Deal Support

• Understand the sales pipeline from inquiry to conversion.
• Learn negotiation techniques and objection handling.
• Support senior members during deal closures.

4. Coordination With Internal Teams

• Coordinate with SMMs, designers, editors, and strategists.
• Clearly communicate client requirements internally.
• Assist in managing client expectations and communication flow.

5. Documentation & Reporting

• Update lead sheets, CRM tracking systems, and daily reports.
• Maintain a structured database of prospects and communication logs.
• Prepare weekly internal reports on leads and progress.

Skills You Will Develop

• Sales communication
• Negotiation and persuasion
• Digital marketing understanding
• Presentation and pitching skills
• Client handling
• Business psychology
• Professional documentation
• Agency operations

This internship is ideal for those who aspire to become:

Business Development Executives, Client Servicing Executives, Marketing Strategists, Digital Marketing Managers, or Startup Founders.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Confident and articulate
• Quick learners
• Comfortable communicating with businesses
• Aware of social media and marketing basics
• Ambitious and serious about career growth
• Available full-time (10 AM–6 PM, Monday–Saturday)

Growth Opportunity

Strong performers will be considered for:

• A full-time Business Development/Client Servicing role
• Increased responsibilities
• Higher incentives
• Leadership opportunities