Business Development Intern Job Description
Role Overview
We are looking for an energetic and ambitious Business Development Intern to support our sales and market expansion efforts. This role is perfect for someone eager to learn the foundations of B2B sales, understand customer needs, and contribute to business growth initiatives. You will work directly with senior team members, gaining hands-on experience in lead generation, market research, outreach activities, and proposal preparation.
Key Responsibilities
Market Research & Prospecting
- Research potential client segments, industries, and decision-makers to build targeted prospect lists.
- Analyse market trends and competitor activities to support strategic planning.
- Identify potential leads and gather relevant business information.
Outbound & Inbound Support
- Assist in conducting outreach through email, phone calls, and social media platforms.
- Initiate introductory interactions with prospects to spark interest in our services.
- Support the team in qualifying inbound leads and directing them to the appropriate sales channels.
Client Interaction Assistance
- Participate in client calls, demos, and presentations for learning and support.
- Help prepare meeting notes, follow-up emails, and basic sales collateral.
- Maintain a professional and customer-focused approach in all interactions.
Sales Operations & Documentation
- Update and maintain lead information, activity logs, and progress reports in the CRM.
- Assist in preparing proposals, pitch decks, and sales reports.
- Track key metrics such as outreach volume, responses, and meeting schedules.
Collaboration & Learning
- Work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Technical teams to understand offerings and customer needs.
- Share observations about customer behaviour, objections, and market patterns.
- Participate in training sessions to build skills in communication, sales tools, and industry knowledge.
What We're Looking For
- Strong communication skills and a willingness to engage with new people.
- Enthusiastic, curious, and eager to take initiative and learn quickly.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.
- Interest in sales, business development, or the IT services industry.
- Basic familiarity with LinkedIn, CRM tools, or email platforms is a plus (training provided).
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, IT, or a related field.
What You'll Gain
- Hands-on experience in B2B sales, lead generation, and customer engagement.
- Exposure to real-world sales processes, tools, and enterprise technology solutions.
- Mentorship from experienced sales professionals and regular performance feedback.
- Internship certificate and recommendation letter upon successful completion.
- Potential opportunity for full-time employment based on performance.
