Lead Generation Internship

Job Title: Lead Generation Intern

Company: Market Dialogue

Location: Horamavu, Bengaluru, Karnataka (On-site)

Job Type: Internship (3 Months)

Compensation: Unpaid / Learning & Experience Internship (Note: This is a non-stipendiary internship focused on intensive mentorship, practical B2B prospecting skill acquisition, and professional portfolio development).

About Market Dialogue

Market Dialogue is an executive intelligence and financial media platform operating at the intersection of fintech innovation, banking, enterprise technology, and regulatory policy. We curate high-impact editorial insights, closed-door executive roundtables, and industry forums that convene founders, CXOs, and institutional decision-makers.

About the Role

We are looking for a sharp, driven, and methodical Lead Generation Intern to join our growth and business development team in Bengaluru. If you are eager to master B2B prospecting, modern sales pipelines, and audience acquisition for high-end media and executive events, this role offers hands-on experience and real-world ownership from day one. You will work closely with leadership to identify, research, and engage high-value C-level executives and industry decision-makers.

Key Responsibilities

• Prospect Research & Database Building: Identify and research target accounts, companies, and C-level executives (founders, CXOs, fintech leaders) across fintech, banking, and enterprise tech sectors.
• Outreach & Communication Support: Assist in crafting targeted outreach messaging, email sequences, and LinkedIn connection strategies to engage executive audiences.
• Pipeline Management: Maintain, update, and clean CRM data and lead generation tracking sheets to ensure high-accuracy pipeline management.
• Campaign Support: Collaborate with the marketing and editorial teams to drive attendee acquisition for closed-door roundtables, webinars, and subscription campaigns.
• Performance Analysis: Track outreach response rates, engagement metrics, and conversion data to help refine targeting strategies.

What You Will Learn & Gain

• B2B Prospecting Mastery: Gain hands-on experience in high-end B2B sales development, account-based marketing (ABM), and executive outreach methodologies rarely taught in traditional settings.
• Direct Mentorship: Work shoulder-to-shoulder with senior business development and media leadership, receiving actionable feedback and professional skill development.
• Verified Experience & Portfolio: Build a proven track record in modern pipeline generation and B2B growth metrics to fast-track your career.
• Pre-Placement Offer (PPO) Potential: Outstanding performers during the 3-month term will be evaluated for full-time employment or advanced growth roles with Market Dialogue.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Recent graduate or final-year student in Business Administration (BBA/MBA), Commerce, Marketing, Economics, or related fields.
• Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong attention to detail; basic familiarity with research tools (LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Google Workspace, Excel/Google Sheets).
• Mindset: Highly proactive, resilient, detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced media startup environment.
• Availability: Able to commit to a 3-month on-site internship based in Horamavu, Bengaluru.

How to Apply

If you are ready to kickstart your career in B2B growth and lead generation, submit your resume or send your resume to us at [hr@marketdialogue.com].

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid sick time

Work Location: In person