Business Development Intern (Admissions)

JD - Business Development Intern (Admissions)

Experience: 0 - 2 years

Location: Bangalore (Client's Location/ Bannergatta Road)

Work mode: On-site

A candidate who can join within a week may only apply.

Only Bangalore candidates need to apply

Job Summary

We are seeking a high-calibre Business Development Intern to support strategic growth within our

education ecosystem. This role offers hands-on exposure to institutional partnerships, market expansion,

and student engagement, with a strong focus on interacting with students and parents to understand their

goals, guide them through programs, and represent the organisation professionally. Ideal for ambitious,

commercially aware candidates looking to build a solid foundation in business development.

Must Have Skills

● Confident in outreach, networking, and relationship building

● Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent verbal and written English communication

for counseling students and handling inquiries.

● Sales & Negotiation: Ability to pitch, persuade, and convert leads into admissions.

● Lead Generation & Management: Experience or interest in identifying potential leads via cold

calling, emailing, and social media outreach.

● Goal-Oriented: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet targets.

● Counseling & Relationship Management: Ability to guide students regarding courses, fees, and

career paths.

● Basic understanding of sales or business development processes

● Research-driven mindset with good analytical ability

● Presentation and negotiation skills

● Organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks

● Comfortable with MS Office / Google Workspace

Good to Have Skills

● Prior internship or exposure to sales, partnerships, or ed-tech

● Familiarity with CRM tools

● Experience conducting market research

● Social media or marketing exposure

Key Responsibilities

● Engage directly with students and parents to understand their academic needs and provide

accurate program guidance

● Identify and evaluate partnership opportunities with colleges and academic organisations

● Support the design and execution of outreach strategies to expand institutional networks

● Assist in driving initiatives that enhance student acquisition and brand visibility

● Coordinate and participate in meetings, presentations, and partnership discussions

● Maintain structured lead pipelines, track engagement metrics, and prepare performance reports

● Represent the organisation at academic events, seminars, and networking forums as required

● Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless partner onboarding and experience

Educational Qualifications

● Preferred Degrees: Pursuing or recently completed an MBA (Marketing/Sales preferred), BBA,

BBM, or a Bachelor's in Commerce/Economics.

● Current Students: Often, final-year undergraduate or postgraduate students are preferred.

● Academic Background: A solid understanding of business, marketing principles, or counseling.