About the job Business Development Intern
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Role Description: The Business Development(BD) Intern will be responsible for driving growth by identifying new business opportunities and fostering relationships with high-profile clients and corporate entities. This role will require proactive outreach, strategic engagement, and effective communication to build partnerships and close deals. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in expanding our client base and contributing to the company's revenue targets.
RESPONSIBILITIES AS A BD INTERN
Market Research and Lead Identification:
- Conduct in-depth research to identify potential clients and industries that align with the company's IT solutions.
- Analyze market trends and competitor strategies to inform outreach plans.
Cold Calling and Client Outreach:
- Initiate contact with target companies and high-profile individuals through cold calling and personalized outreach.
- Gather and organize lead information from online sources and networking events, including tech events and business conferences.
Relationship Building:
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients to build trust and facilitate long-term business.
- Engage with stakeholders to understand their specific needs and propose tailored IT solutions that add value.
Networking and Event Participation:
- Attend relevant industry events, conferences, and meet-ups to network with potential clients and collect valuable business contacts.
- Utilize business cards and information acquired from these events for targeted follow-ups.
Proposal and Presentation Development:
- Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to prospective clients to showcase the companys capabilities and service offerings.
- Collaborate with internal teams to align on project scope and customization for client-specific solutions.
Negotiation and Closing Sales:
- Lead negotiations to reach favorable agreements with clients, ensuring profitability and alignment with company objectives.
- Secure and finalize contracts to achieve sales targets.
Collaboration with Internal Teams:
- Work closely with project management, technical, and marketing teams to streamline client onboarding and project execution.
- Provide feedback and insights to improve service offerings and client experience.
Performance Tracking and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate records of all client interactions, sales activities, and outcomes in the company CRM.
- Prepare regular reports and updates on business development efforts and outcomes for senior management.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Minimum commitment of 3 months full-time internship
- Have a working device(laptop/desktop) with a stable internet connection
- Diploma or Degree or Masters (Pursuing or Graduated) in any field
- Membership of Industry Academia Community (If you are not a member already, please signup at https://industryacademiacommunity.com)
- Understanding of B2C and B2B sales, preferably in the IT sector.
- Ability to conduct effective market research and strategic outreach.
- Proficiency with or knowledge about using the CRM tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Self-motivated, result-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Pro-active and willingness to learn
Desired Requirements:
- Prior BD Internship experience
- Committee lead/member experience of College Club or Student Cell
- Personal BD Project experience beyond academics
What's for the candidate:
- Satisfaction of Working for a Social Cause to eradicate the perpetual unemployability issue amongst freshers, by helping millions of students get job-ready, in time!
- Internship Certificate from Cloud Counselage Pvt. Ltd.
- Opportunity for a paid internship after 3 months or permanent employment after graduation
- Letter of Recommendation based on performance
- Work from Home & Flexible working hours
- Mentorship from Industry experts
- Career Guidance and Development
- Industry Exposure & Networking Opportunities at Industry events
- Supportive Work Environment & Culture
- Leadership development by opportunity to lead other interns
- Exposure to different software and applications
- Opportunity to learn new tools
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