Business Development Intern

Location: Hybrid (Gurgaon-based) Duration: 2 Months Compensation: Commission per Qualified Lead Start Date: Immediate Summary of the Role As a Business Development Intern at Social Pillow, you’ll be at the front lines of our growth engine — identifying new opportunities, generating warm leads, and learning directly from the founding team. This is not your average internship. You'll get real-world exposure to startup sales, lead research, and client engagement. You’ll be working closely with our business team to initiate conversations with potential clients and set the stage for partnerships that drive revenue. Success in this role looks like: Consistently generating and qualifying warm leads Demonstrating initiative, clear communication, and strong follow-up Quickly learning how the agency-client ecosystem works Taking ownership of your lead pipeline and contributing to real deals This role plays a key part in expanding Social Pillow’s footprint in India and international markets (UK, Canada, Dubai), making you an essential part of our sales and marketing engine. Key Responsibilities Identify and research potential clients across industries using LinkedIn, web tools, and internal databases Generate warm leads by executing customized outreach via LinkedIn, email, and other channels Manage lead tracking and documentation in CRM tools (like HubSpot or Google Sheets) Collaborate with the founders and business team , attend real client meetings and sales calls Support in preparing proposals, decks, and brand introductions , when required Track weekly performance and iterate on outreach strategies based on feedback Maintain professionalism and clear communication in all client-facing interactions Qualifications Must-Have: Strong verbal and written communication skills Comfortable with online research, outreach, and follow-ups Based in or able to commute to Gurgaon for occasional in-person meetings Available full-time for 2 months (hybrid setup) Comfortable with a performance-based (commission-only) earning model Open to learning in a fast-paced, startup-style environment Preferred: Prior internship experience in sales, business development, marketing, or outreach Familiarity with tools like LinkedIn, Google Sheets, or CRM platforms A background in business, marketing, communications, or related fields A genuine interest in how brands grow and how agencies win business Self-driven, organized, and eager to take initiative Apply Now If you're looking to earn while you learn and want direct mentorship from startup founders — this is your chance. Show more Show less